Upward Bound Residential Advisor - Temporary Summer Position (multiple openings)

The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is seeking energetic and versatile applicants for Residential Advisors that will support our Upward Bound Summer 2026 program. This is a live-in, temporary position. Residential Advisors provide direct support to Upward Bound participants residing in the residence hall. This immersive role requires participation in every aspect of the summer program, including constant overnight supervision and resides in the dorm during the week.

Residential employees work a maximum of 7 weeks, including a staff training week, living in the residence hall Sunday night through Thursday afternoon.

The weekly rate of pay for this position is $528 (based on 32 hours).

 

Key Responsibilities   Programming & Facilitation

• Plans and facilitates daily activities focused on academics, careers, wellness, and personal development.
• Delivers the Upward Bound Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum through weekly advisor group sessions.
• Organizes and leads daily wellness activities.

Student Support & Supervision

• Tutors and assists students during nightly study sessions and “Common Time”.
• Provides overnight supervision and manages bedtime hours in the dorm (excluding weekends/nights off).
• Coordinates student transportation to and from various career sites. 
• Serves as a positive role model, providing companionship and guidance for intellectual growth.

Administrative Tasks

• Writes comprehensive evaluations for assigned students.
• Attends staff meetings to discuss program planning and student concerns.

  Required Skills & Core Competencies

• Communication Excellence: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.

  Required Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) and 3 years of college.
• General Experience: Experience working with adolescents.
• Specialized Experience: Previous relevant professional experience in one of the following: career development, college transitions, or academic excellence in your program of study.

Preferred Qualifications

• Personal experience with, or a deep understanding of the challenges faced by low-income and first-generation college students. 

  The University of Maine at Farmington employees are Mandatory Reporters with the exception of UMF’s licensed, clinical medical providers (including athletic trainers) and mental health providers and their clinical interns when working in their capacity as providers.  

 Application Requirements:

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three (3) professional references

 

We are not able to consider applicants who require any visa sponsorship support

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 pm EST on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.  

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post-offer physical as applicable.

 

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.   Clery Act                                    

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