Senior Program Advisor- CA

Cambridge Information Group•San Jose, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Senior Program Advisors (SPAs) support the residential and social aspects of Edconic’s Pre-College program, maintaining a safe, inclusive living and learning community by upholding the Student and Family Handbook. They supervise and advise Program Advisors and engage students living on campus throughout the program. The position is live-in, offers housing, and may involve working up to 40 hours per week, typically in the afternoons and evenings. Staff may need to remain within a 15-minute walk of campus after 11 p.m. on scheduled working nights; this restriction does not apply on days off. The role includes preparing residential spaces, supporting student arrival and departure, conducting room checks, documenting incidents, helping students access health resources, and coordinating or chaperoning activities. Staff work closely with minors and must complete training related to their protection. The position requires use of a personal cell phone for communication. Virtual training is scheduled for May 25–27, 2027. Staff move in on May 31, with in-person training June 1–4. Program terms run June 6–18, June 20–July 2, July 4–16, and July 18–30; move-out is July 31. The role pays $20 per hour.

Requirements

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Bachelor’s degree or current college enrollment required.
At least two years of residential life experience, such as summer camp, boarding school, or college campus experience.
Must be CPR certified or willing to obtain certification before the program starts.
Two references required.
Must complete online training before arrival and training related to the protection of minors.
Must be willing to live onsite.
Outgoing disposition and enthusiasm for working with high school students.
Ability to establish a nurturing, inclusive community and encourage positive self-expression.
Flexibility and adaptability in a changing environment.
Motivation and willingness to take initiative.
Sound judgment and ability to enforce rules and assume leadership roles.
Interest in New York City culture and comfort exploring the city with students using mass transit.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and excellent command of English.
Ability to use a personal cell phone for communication with staff and students.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, travel up and down stairs, crouch, stoop, and reach.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak another language.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain a strong, safe, and inclusive residential community.
Prepare residential spaces before students arrive and hold floor meetings with Program Advisors.
Co-supervise Program Advisors and students.
Assist with residential check-in and check-out, ensuring students are properly moved in and understand residence hall policies.
Participate in student orientation, including diversity, equity, and inclusion sessions and community-building activities.
Support students’ physical and mental health and refer them to appropriate resources as needed.
Attend weekly staff meetings.
Enforce program policies and procedures; document violations and incidents.
Mediate roommate and peer conflicts.
Use student management software to manage student and staff interactions and document incidents.
Complete room checks at least five nights per week and ensure students are accounted for during evening checks.
Follow curfew and proximity requirements when scheduled.
Assist with logistics and coordination of co-curricular activities, events, and outings, including event setup and breakdown.
Escort students to and from off-campus events when needed.
Assist with administrative tasks using apps, Microsoft Office, and online software.
Perform other program duties as assigned.