Residence Counselor Classic Upward Bound Program

Job Title:

Residence Counselor for Classic Upward Bound Program

Location:

Atl Metropolitan State College

Regular/Temporary:
Temporary

Full/Part Time:
Part-Time

Job

Welcome to Atlanta Metropolitan State College (AMSC)! At Atlanta Metropolitan State College, we are committed to creating a vibrant, growth‑oriented community where innovation thrives, collaboration is celebrated, and contributions are valued. As a proud member of the University System of Georgia (USG) and fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), AMSC is a dynamic institution dedicated to transforming lives.

AMSC embraces core values, Excellence, Integrity, Leadership, Belonging, and Public Service, that guide our culture and work. We strive to create an atmosphere where individuals feel respected, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential. Here, gratitude and recognition are not just practices but embedded in everything we do.

Located on a picturesque campus in Southwest Atlanta, AMSC offers the perfect blend of accessibility and opportunity. Just ten minutes from downtown Atlanta and fifteen minutes from Hartsfield‑Jackson Atlanta International Airport, our campus is an ideal destination for those ready to make a meaningful impact.

Atlanta Metropolitan State College, a four‑year degree‑granting institution of the University System of Georgia, is accepting applications for Part‑time Upward Bound Residence Counselor(s) (4) for the Classic Upward Bound Summer Enrichment Program held at Atlanta Metropolitan State College (AMSC) in Atlanta, GA. AMSC currently serves 1500 commuting students on a beautifully landscaped campus located 10 minutes south of downtown Atlanta and 15 minutes north of Hartsfield‑Jackson International Airport.

• Supervises students at all times to ensure general safety and compliance with program rules.
• Supervises students’ daily schedule of activities. Assists in coordinating and providing oversight of students during planned Upward Bound activities.
• Helps to maintain an efficient and effective operation. Assists with physical training/team sports/leisure activities, etc.
• Handles minor problems and refers all others to the appropriate Upward Bound staff.
• Monitors students during classes and ensures that a learning environment is created during study sessions.
• Supervises students at recreational activities, field trips, and outings. Provides assistance with daytime and evening programs as needed.
• Assists other Residence Counselors with any other responsibilities.
• This position resides on a college campus (overnight stay) for the duration of the Summer Enrichment Program.
• Performs other duties that are within the scope of the program and assigned by Director.

Upper‑level academically successful college student (at least 15 credits earned).

Preferred Qualifications:

Interest in working with adolescents and excels in a team setting; interpersonal skills, sensitivity to the needs of the disadvantaged, and commitment to the goals of Upward Bound; intangible traits such as reliability, flexibility, effective communication, trustworthiness, motivation, leadership qualities, and a positive attitude.

Proposed Salary:
The position does not offer benefits and pays a $3,000 stipend for up to five (5) week Summer Enrichment Program.

Atlanta Metropolitan State College (AMSC) is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the AMSC to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev.

Proc. 75‑50). For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the AMSC's Human Resources at .

Offers of employment are subject to a background investigation, including criminal records history, to determine eligibility for employment. Additionally, credentials and employment history stated in your application materials are also subject to verification. For certain positions, a satisfactory credit check, MVR, or other relevant investigations may also be conducted.