Staff Assistant/Mentor TRIO Upward Bound

The Salina Upward Bound Program is seeking mentors for the Summer Program. TRIO Upward Bound participants will be participating in the K-State Salina Upward Bound summer program June 8 - July 17, 2026. Mentors are required to live on the Salina ...

  • 521166
  • Salina, Kansas, United States
  • Student Belonging
  • Temporary Full-time
  • Closing at: May 1 2026 - 23:55 CDT
  • On-site
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About This Role

The Staff Assistant/Mentor will provide supervision of the TRIO Upward Bound (UB) participants during the K-State Salina Upward Bound summer program. The Upward Bound Summer program is June 8 - July 17, 2026, and the residential portion of the summer program is June 8- July 2, 2026, on the Salina campus. The Mentor will facilitate small group activities and events and supervise TRIO Upward Bound participants residing on campus during the residential summer program

About Us

Upward Bound is a campus-based TRIO program designed to assist area high school students with additional academic preparation, advisement, and encouragement to succeed in high school and later in college.

The mission of Upward Bound at Kansas State Salina is to prepare scholars to persist in post-secondary education by promoting lifelong learning and instilling the ideals of achievement in all aspects necessary to succeed collegiately and personally

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

 

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Completed at least 2 college academic years by June 1 (junior, senior, graduate student or relevant experience) with at least a GPA of 3.0 and no academic problems, probation, or expulsions.
  • Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Must attend the 1-day training on Saturday, May 30, 2026
  • Must live in the residence hall during the summer program (June 8-July 2, 2026).
  • Day Shift staff must assist with community service and college visits during residential program
  • Must have a valid driver’s license with good driving record.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

1. Letter of Interest
2. Resume
3. Three professional references with contact information.

Application Window

Applications close on: May 1, 2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$10.59 - $28.98 ($1,800 program total)

 

 

Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Remote and Hybrid work options:

Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements.  An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.

Relocation to Kansas:

Kansas participates in the MakeMyMove program, which connects eligible newcomers with participating communities offering financial incentives, housing support, and local perks to help make your move easier and more rewarding. If relocating from outside of Kansas you can visit the site to apply online for the program incentives. 

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

Interview Preferences:

Kansas State University honors interview preferences for qualified applicants who are veterans or individuals with disabilities. Eligible applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, submit all required application materials, and submit required preference documentation by the closing date on the job advertisement will be granted a first-level interview.

The disability and veteran interview preferences do not apply to student employment positions, temporary positions, athletics positions, academic and administrative department heads*, positions that require licensure as a physician, and positions that require that the employee be admitted to practice law in Kansas.

*Heads of Departments refers to any individual holding a primary leadership role responsible for the overall strategic direction, management and operational oversight of a recognized academic or administrative unit within the university.

To learn more about interview preferences at K-State, please visit our interview preferences page.