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TRIO Upward Bound Office Assistant

Utah State University
$15.00 - $18.00 / hr
United States, Utah, Blanding
576 West 200 South (Show on map)
Apr 03, 2026
TRIO Upward Bound Office Assistant Requisition ID: 2026-10099 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Blanding Category: Student Programs & Services Position Type: Non-benefited (hourly) Part-Time Job Classification: Non-Benefited College: Statewide Campuses Department: SW Campuses RES-Blanding Advertised Salary: $15-$18 an hour Overview This position will be from April to August for the summer program. The Upward Bound (UB) Office Assistant provides essential operational support to the UB program coordinator and team. This part-time role balances routine clerical tasks and budget maintenance with active participation in student-centered activities, particularly during the Summer Academic Program. Responsibilities Support daily operations, logistical tasks, and coordination for the Summer Academic Program. Handle routine clerical tasks and duties to support Upward Bound staff. Assist in tracking program budget using Microsoft Excel and word processing software, including monitoring expenses. Help plan and promote social and motivational services for UB students. Perform various job-related duties as assigned to assist the Director and Program Coordinator. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications 1-2 years in an office assistant role with a preference for experience working with high school students. Strong understanding of TRIO Upward Bound goals and grant requirements. Ability to remain flexible and adjust to changing conditions or off-site work assignments as needed. Preferred Qualifications TRIO Background: Previous experience as a student, teacher, counselor, or advisor within TRIO programs, specifically Upward Bound. Student Outreach: Proven experience working with first-generation students and those from limited-income backgrounds. Program Experience: Direct history of working with TRIO projects or similar educational access and success programs. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Comprehensive knowledge of word processing and budget tracking programs (specifically Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace). Familiarity with TRIO Upward Bound objectives. Proven ability to maintain organization while multitasking between clerical and student-facing duties. Strong proficiency in record-keeping, event planning, and promoting services to high school students. Fundamental Abilities Within the scope and complexity of each position's responsibilities, each incumbent is expected to possess and demonstrate the following abilities: Communicating: Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing. Problem solving: Analyzes information and evaluates results to select the best solution and solve problems. Monitoring: Measures performance of self; makes improvements and takes appropriate corrective action. Critical Thinking: Comes to well-reasoned conclusions, solutions, and approaches to problems. Team Building: Works to create a team-based environment. Consistently demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers. Required Documents Along with the online application, please attach: Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV" Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application Document size may not exceed 10 MB. Advertised Salary $15-$18 an hour ADA The environment and physical requirements may change depending on the specific function of the work each department performs. Incumbents may be in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, in an office space, event space, or public space are protected from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Incumbents may nearly continuously sit and often use repetitive hand motion (such as typing). Outdoors, incumbents may not be protected from weather conditions and may be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. Additionally, indoor or outdoor work environments may include being confined or in narrow spaces for periods of time. The incumbent may also be exposed to loud noises or vibrations from equipment, and conditions that may affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Bending, crawling, and crouching may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 50 pounds and be required to walk and/or stand for long periods of time. 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/10099/trio-upward-bound-office-assistant/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 Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-12b333ad2d00654b832999ce0e3bb225