Upward Bound Summer Counselors

Position: 2026 Upward Bound Summer Counselors
Location: Blanding

Overview

USU Blanding Campus is accepting applications for counselors/tutors for UB's Summer Program. The 5-week comprehensive program offers assistance to Upward Bound participants. Counselors are required to live in residence hall and will mentor and tutor participants on a daily basis. Room and board will be provided along with a salary of $3500 for the five weeks. Summer employment begins May 25, 2026, and continues through June 19, 2026.

Responsibilities

* Assist UB participants in improving academic achievement either in a group or individually by meeting with them on a regular basis to complete class assignments and work on study skills.

* Must be able to tutor participants in English, math, science, PE, and/or Foreign Language.

* Monitor attendance and academic performance of participants on a daily basis.

* Enforce the rules and regulations of the USU Blanding Campus including housing and Upward Bound Program.

* Meet with director, program coordinator, and teachers regularly to ascertain participants' progress and address any concerns.

* Assist in the planning, coordination, and implementation of enrichment activities.

* Assist participants with financial aid applications and scholarships for fall semester.

* Maintain a productive, positive attitude and confidentiality with other counselors, instructors, and UB staff.

* Any other duties as assigned by the Upward Bound Director and Program Coordinator.

* Must adhere to the USU travel and driving policies

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

* Associate degree or have completed at least 18 credits of college work at time of application.

* Must have a solid academic background in English, and/or science, math, and/or Foreign Language.

* Must commit to full-time availability between May 25, 2026, and June 19, 2026. Scheduling and/or commitment conflicts cannot be accommodated.

* Experience in conducting team building and other group activities.

* Experience working with high school students.

* Must possess the ability to handle high levels of stress.

* Must have superb analytical, problem solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

* Preference to previous summer counselor experience

* Background similar to TRIO/College Launch participants

* Bilingual in Navajo

Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

* Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary

$3500, Commensurate on experience

ADA

The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing).

Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibrations from equipment, and conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation.

Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges.

Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the  season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament…