TRIO Upward Bound Summer Residential Advisor

San Juan College•Farmington, NM

2d•$16

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing residential advising to the TRIO Upward Bound summer program. Resident Advisors (RAs) are responsible for ensuring the wellness and overall positive experience of SJC UB summer participants during the six-week program. Each RA is responsible for overseeing 12-14 low-income/first-generation high school students. Through this position, an RA will enhance leadership, organizational, problem-solving and communication skills in a safe, educational environment, while enhancing their ability to establish and maintain meaningful student relationships. Orientation/Training for this position will be from May 27 – 28, 2026. Resident Advisors will be provided room and board in San Juan College Housing between May 29 – June 19, 2026.

Requirements

Knowledge of college and program policies and procedures.
Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
Skill in the use of such office equipment as a computer, scanner, fax machine, and copier.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of an associate’s degree or in their final semester of completing their associate’s degree.
currently enrolled college student

Nice To Haves

Experience in working with high schools with mentoring and advising preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains student files and enters student information into the student database as needed.
Attend an RA orientation prior to summer program.
Facilitate evening activities during the week.
Attend daily morning and afternoon meetings.
Facilitating college preparation topics and all program documentation.
Be available to students throughout the 5-week summer program while students are residing in the SJC residence halls.
Supervision of students during the night hours and daily head count, contacting the Upward Bound Director in the event of an emergency.
Performs related duties.