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Job Title: Upward Bound Summer Residential Advisors - Gilmer (Temporary, Summer 2026) Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA Regular/Temporary: Temporary Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 295355 About Us Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus. Job Summary The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Temporary Summer Residential Advisor. Upward Bound provides fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college entrance. Upward Bound serves high school students from low-income families; and high school students from families in which neither parent holds a bachelor's degree. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the rate at which participants complete secondary education and enroll in and graduate from institutions of postsecondary education. The Upward Bound (UB) program hosts a 6-week Summer Institute each year. For three-weeks, UB participants will live on UNG's Dahlonega campus, attending academic and cultural classes designed to provide educational and cultural experiences. Upward Bound Summer Residential Advisors (SRA) are responsible for the well-being of UB students. Counseling, academic tutoring, and various types of supervision are all facets of this responsibility. During the UBSI 3-week residential component (except for weekends) the SRA is expected to keep close contact with the students in all aspects of community life. The SRA lives in the dorm among students and takes on the roles of teacher, counselor, and mentor. The SRA enforces program rules and codes of behavior and is expected to respond to loud noises and nighttime emergencies. SRAs should report serious breaches of program rules to the proper administrator. SRAs must sleep and reside in the program's dormitory and be available for nighttime emergencies as well. SRA's will also travel out-of-state for 1 week with participants during the college and cultural tour. Mandatory training will be during the week of May 26th. The tentative dates for the residential component are June 14th - July 10th, 2025. Compensation: $2,500 stipend as well as meals and room/board. Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions. As a public institution, the university's ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees. If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at (706) 867-4470. Responsibilities Serve 'on duty' rotation, supervising students as they leave the residence halls to go to meals, classes, and events, escorting students to the infirmary, assisting central staff with office work and errands, and other duties as assigned. Serve as teaching assistants in academic classes (English, Mathematics, Lab Science, Foreign Language), and Career and College classes as scheduled; assist Instructors with supplemental preparation for class. Facilitate small-group discussions on topics as outlined in the Summer Staff Handbook, provide meaningful educational experiences related to character development and managing appropriate boundaries. Assist and supervise students in specified area during the study hall period; Plan, organize, and facilitate "special events" including the dance, talent show, etc. Serve as a positive role model and mentor for Upward Bound students, sharing the importance of education and the attitudes and skills that will enhance the students' academic and personal success while building healthy relationships of mutual respect. Participate actively in staff meetings and weekly supervision me