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POSITION SPECIFICS TRIO Upward Bound Programs is seeking a Program Advisor for program operations in the Mount Union and Steelton-Highspire School Districts.At Penn State, the Upward Bound Program ...

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Upward Bound Advisor for Washington County

Upward Bound Advisor for Washington County

Bowdoin College

Brunswick, ME • On-site

$24.45 - $25.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Posting Details
Title
Upward Bound Advisor for Washington County
Posting Number
S01562JP
Department
Upward Bound
Job Summary
Bowdoin College's Upward Bound/TRIO programs are grant-funded through the US Department of Education and designed to provide fundamental pre-college support to income eligible participants from families in which neither parent holds a bachelor's degree. Bowdoin College Upward Bound serves 14 target high school schools in two Maine regions - Washington County and Mid-Maine with the ultimate goal of ensuring students are successful in their pursuit and completion of higher education.
The UB Advisor provides one-on-one school-based academic, personal, career and college counseling to area students as well as small and large group activities and training/oversight of area tutors and mentors. The UB Advisor works closely with target school staff and families in Washington County to identify and recruit eligible area students as well as plan and implement regional outreach activities including: tutoring, college visits, mentoring, job shadows and cultural enrichment. This position is year-round and requires being present on Bowdoin College Campus for the summer program. The Upward Bound Program at Bowdoin College is grant-funded through the U.S Department of Education and this position is contingent on continued grant funding.
Review of applications and candidate outreach will begin on July 24th
COMPENSATION:
  • The hourly range for this position is expected to be: $24.45 -$25.75/per hour (This position is eligible for overtime and shift/weekend differential). Compensation is based on skills and experience.

BENEFITS AND PERKS
  • A variety of health insurance plans (Medical - effective date of hire, Vision, Dental)
  • Generous Retirement Plan - 10.12% annual compensation contribution (Eligible after 1 year of service and age 26), no match or vesting required!
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off: 10 days of vacation (1st year), 15 days (2nd year), 12 days of personal/sick time (PTO accruals based on hours worked).
  • Paid Holidays and Special Days Off: https://www.bowdoin.edu/hr/our-workplace/college-holidays-and-special-days-off.html
  • Paid Parental Leave (Available after one year of service)
  • Access to many of the College's facilities including the gym and pool (Including household members)

Education/Skills Requirements
Required:
  • Associates or vocational/technical school degree in a relevant field
  • Effective writing and verbal communications skills
  • Ability to present effectively to small and large groups and to work productively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
  • Proficient computer skills including use of social media, presentation, database and spreadsheet software.
  • Must be able to work well both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • A valid Maine driver's license and the ability to comply with the College's Motor Vehicle Use Policy is required.
  • Ability to regularly work and travel throughout Maine.

Preferred:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents
Required:
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience working in education or youth development.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.

Preferred:
  • Prior experience working with families with low income.
  • Prior experience with advising financial aid and college admissions process.
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate group activities and to provide supervision to assigned staff.
  • Familiarity with the region and area public school systems.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.
Standard Work Days and Hours
  • This is an full-time, year round position (1.00 FTE).
  • Typical school day is 7:30 am - 4:00 pm. Office days are 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.
  • The summer schedule varies to meet operational needs and may include some weekends and evenings. Summer schedule requires being present on Bowdoin Campus in Brunswick for the residential summer program.
  • Schedule will vary considerably according to target high school schedules and program activities.
  • Occasional evening and weekend hours are required.
  • This position will travel frequently throughout Washington County and be remote or campus-based depending on the candidate's location.

We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.
Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related)
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About Bowdoin
Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff-with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.
We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College's multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.
Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin's reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.
Bowdoin's campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.
Shift
N/A
Employment Category
Full Time Year Round
FTE
1.00
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Pay Type
Hourly
Background Check Package Requirements
Support Staff + MVR
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Bowdoin vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Yes
Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?
No
Posting Date
07/10/2026
Applications Accepted Until
Open Until Filled
No
Type of Posting
Internal/External
Special Instructions to Applicants
If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.
EEO Information
Bowdoin College complies with applicable provisions of federal and state laws that prohibit unlawful discrimination in employment, admission, or access to its educational or extracurricular programs, activities, or facilities based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry and national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, marital status, place of birth, genetic predisposition, veteran status, or against qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities on the basis of disability, or any other legally protected statuses.

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