2025 Summer Program Resident Assistant

.Position Title: 2025 Summer Program Resident Assistant 

Organization: TRIO Programs, Texas State University 

About Upward Bound: Upward Bound is a federally funded TRIO program operating under the US Department of Education. Our program aims to provide early intervention academic preparation to 62 high school students in the Del Valle area, empowering them to stay in school and become college-ready.

Job Summary: Upward Bound is seeking qualified candidates to assist with various residential duties. The program conducts a six-week residential initiative each summer, aiming to empower college-bound high school students who demonstrate the potential for success in higher education. This summer residential program integrates academic courses with social activities, trips, and other experiences, fostering holistic growth and development among participants.

Qualifications:

• Junior standing or above, preferred.
• Major in Social Work, Psychology, Education, or related field.
• Experience working with high school students preferred.
• Prior experience in a residential setting preferred.
• Demonstrated motivational and organizational skills.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must not have another job or be enrolled in more than one summer course at Texas State University or another university (if you are enrolled in a course at Texas State you can only work 24 hours a week).

Responsibilities:

• Reside in the residence hall, Sunday evening through Friday afternoon throughout the six-week summer program.
• Be on call from Sunday evening to Friday afternoon, including special event weekends.
• Supervise 62 program participants, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Enforce program and residence hall rules and regulations.
• Assist in the effective operation of the residence hall, fostering a safe and conducive environment for living and learning.
• Serve as a role model and mentor to student participants.
• Develop and facilitate programs and recreation activities aimed at student growth and maturity.
• Be available to students and other Upward Bound staff for conferences addressing student issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Upward Bound staff.

Terms/Conditions of Employment:

• Salary: $10.00/hr.  + Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) (Monday – Friday, and Sundays), and housing (Laurel Hall).
• Training Time Commitment: May 26th – May 30th, 2025
• Time Commitment: June 1st – July 11th, 2025, Sunday - Friday
• For more information or to express interest, please contact Mr. Cory Godbolt, Direct Supervisor, at UBDelValle@txstate.edu or 512-408-7039.
• Evaluation Process: RAs will be evaluated on their performance at the end of the summer session by the Director and Grant Coordiantor.

Location:

Texas State University – San Marcos

400 N. LBJ Drive

San Marcos, Texas 78666

Note: Position is contracted for the 2025 Summer Residential Program only. Position contingent upon grant funding.