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2026 Upward Bound High School Advisor

Utah State University
Commensurate with experience and education
United States, Utah, Logan
Jan 12, 2026


2026 Upward Bound High School Advisor

Requisition ID: 2026-9810
# of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT-Monument Valley
Category: Student Programs & Services
Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time
Job Classification: Non-Benefited
College: Statewide Campuses-Residential
Department: SW Campuses RES-Blanding
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience and education

Overview
Monument Valley High School - Upward Bound serves first generation, low-income, high school students to help them develop the skills needed to become successful college students. Advisor will assist in selecting participants in the development of educational goals, directing them to resources in making career and academic major choices, financial aid, college admission, etc. Provide opportunities to develop social skills, college, and cultural experiences; monitor academic and tutoring requirements. This position will be required to be at Monument Valley High School on a weekly basis.

Responsibilities
  • Identify eligible participants who desire to go to college, orient new participants, and monitor weekly check-ins to determine monthly stipend eligibility.
  • Develop files on each participant for use in educational and career planning.
  • Provide information for admission to postsecondary institutions, financial aid, and scholarships, etc., and provide required weekly workshops.
  • Provide participants tutoring/mentoring services.
  • Consult with parents via school orientations and/or home visits.
  • Implement services as per Plan of Operation and submit monthly reports.
  • Assist in strategies for orienting faculty, staff, and organizations about Upward Bound.


Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
  • Associate degree required, or 2-years' experience of a combination of higher education and experience working with potential first-generation students.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
  • Knowledge of student assessment instruments and learning styles.
  • Demonstrated ability to relate well to participants, parents, teachers, staff, and administrators.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree preferred in education, counseling, or related field experience.
  • Experience working in TRIO projects or similar programs preferred.


Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"

2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary
Commensurate with experience and education

ADA
The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

College/Department Highlights

University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women's volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women's soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu .

*updated 12/2025

https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/9810/2026-upward-bound-high-school-advisor/job?in_iframe=1

Notice of Non-discrimination
In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266
Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322
For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:
U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov
U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, OCR.Denver@ed.gov


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