Full job description EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Temporary, part-time position; (May 13-July 19, 2024)
PRIMARY DUTY: The Summer Academic Assistant provides the Upward Bound or Upward Bound Math/Science program support in maintaining office operations by receiving and distributing communications; maintain supplies and equipment; serves program participants; monitors residential hall during office hours; assists in program services and events
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Sensitivity to and familiarity with the social, economic, and cultural background of low-income, first generation, and disabled students Knowledge and able to perform duties with general office equipment and programming systems Provide program assistance in event planning Accompany central staff and participants on educational, social, and cultural trips Provide program assistance with administrative processes Serve as a liaison between students, faculty, and various departments on campus Maintain appropriate documentation to meet Federal guidelines Knowledge of various computer software and data management systems, including, but not limited to Google Drive, File Maker Pro, Banner or Student Access. Coordinate with Administrative Assistant and other central staff to complete program needs Advocate for individual participant needs and communicate participant concerns to appropriate staff Recognize and have the ability to initiate and complete general office and program duties as needed Receive general instructions and complete projects independently Maintain participant confidentiality (this is a mandatory reporting position) Attend and participate in weekly staff meetings Attend and participate in a job-training workshop Perform other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
Experience: Experiences with disadvantaged youth from rural areas
Skills: Demonstrated leadership skills; energetic; responsible; creative; knowledge of effective and efficient working processes; ability to work with high school students; maintain confidentiality; effective communication skills; good decision making skills; initiative and strong interpersonal skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Previous working experience in an office setting, personal experience in overcoming academic and economic obstacles to success; knowledge of federal regulations governing Department of Education programs
Skills: Demonstrated leadership skills; effective communication skills (written, oral and interpersonal with an emphasis in relating to student and program service needs); Demonstrated ability of self-directed learning; Demonstrated solid organizational and management skills
WORKING CONDITIONS: This position works in air-conditioned shared office, classroom setting and/or residential hall during the office hours .
EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED: General office equipment, Microsoft Office Suite
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Ability to lift up to 20 pounds; Walk long distances outdoors
COMMUNITY: Northwest Missouri State University is located in Maryville, Missouri, a community of 12,000 with a diverse economy and a strong industrial base. Maryville is located 45 miles north of St. Joseph, Missouri, 90 miles north of Kansas City, Missouri, and 110 miles southeast of Omaha, Nebraska. For more information visit the city's website at
UNIVERSITY: With an enrollment of about 10,000 students, Northwest is a coeducational, primarily residential four-year university that offers a broad range of undergraduate and selected graduate programs on its Maryville campus as well as its Northwest-Kansas City location at the Northland Innovation Center and through Northwest Online.
Founded in 1905 and ranked by U.S. News and World Report among the top public regional universities in the Midwest, Northwestplaces a high emphasis on profession-based learning to help graduates get a jump start on their careers. Students have opportunities to build their résumés with experiences on campus in nearly every area of study, including the Horace Mann Laboratory School, National Public Radio affiliate KXCV, the R.T. Wright Farm, Mozingo Outdoor Education Recreation Area and Knacktive, a student-driven integrated digital marketing communications agency.
The University is a national model for student success and career placement. In addition, 97 percent of Northwest bachelor's degree earners and 99 percent of master's degree earners secure employment or continue their education within six months of graduation, according to the most recent data.
Furthermore, its vibrant and diverse learning community offers more than 150 student organizations, and textbooks and a laptop are included in tuition, which is among the lowest in the nation, saving students an estimated $6,800 over four years. Northwest also offers 1,200 student employment positions, allowing students to build professional skills through its internationally benchmarked student employment program.Designated the Missouri Arboretum, the Northwest campus was named one of the "50 Most Amazing University Botanical Gardens and Arboretums in the U.S."
For more information about Northwest and its performance, visit
SALA SALARY: 9 weeks at 33 hours/week at $13/hour
APPLICAT APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 3, 2024
DATE AVAIL DATE AVAILABLE: May 13, 2024
TO APPLY: Please fill out a Northwest application online to reach our employment opportunities listing. You will also need to submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three references in order for your application materials to be complete. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at or email for more information.
This position is not eligible for benefits.
