Position Details Position Information
NBAPOSN TitleWorking Title Upward Bound Summer Program Staff
Brief Position Overview The Upward Bound Program is a federally funded grant designed to prepare eligible high school students for success in college. During the six-week Summer Institute, participants live on-campus and are enrolled in integrated academic enrichment classes. Students experience various activities during the summer including, but not limited to, field trips, workshops, social and cultural activities. Faculty will meet in April and May to begin planning. Background checks are required for all successful applicants.
Position NumberDepartment Student Access and Success
Division Student Access and Success
Appointment Type Temporary
Contract Term Semester
Semester Summer
If other, specify From dateIf other, specify End dateFLSAUnion Affiliation Not applicable (Temporary)
FTE Temporary
Benefits Eligible No
Compensation Hourly
Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
Contract Type Other
If other, please specify Short Term Worker
Recruitment Type Open
Position Details
General Statement Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region-WE WANT YOU!
The following are reasons why you should join our team:
- Work-life balance
- Holidays-10 paid holidays per year and 1 Floating Holiday
- Vacation- 15 days per year (New Employees to 10 years; after 10 years the accrual rate increases)
- Sick Leave - Earned at an accrual rate of .0416125 for each hour in pay status.
- Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver
- Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities
- Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program
- Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable
- Visit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package including:
- Medical, Vision, and Dental
- Life Insurance and Long Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits.
- Learn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement.
- Opportunities for career growth and a variety of career paths
- Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.
- Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path
Duties and ResponsibilitiesRESIDENTIAL SUPERVISOR (1 opening): (Live in position during summer program)
The residential Supervisor (RS) is responsible for the direct supervision of the team leaders, night floor supervisor, and the day-to-day management of the residential component. The RS reports directly to the Residential Coordinator. Responsibilities may include coordinating travel, planning social and educational activities, and travel with UB students. The RS also serves as a liaison with campus offices including residence life and student health.
RESIDENTIAL LEADERS (4 openings): (Live in position during summer program)
Residential leaders serve as mentors for high school aged students for the residential component of the Summer Institute. Residential Leaders need to be positive role models; willing to work in a team environment; experienced with group and individual activities; have an understanding of students from diverse backgrounds.
NIGHT FLOOR SUPERVISOR (1 opening): The Night Floor Supervisor will be responsible for monitoring the residence hall floor between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m.
INSTRUCTOR POSITIONS: Foreign Language (Any language except Latin) 1 Opening
Integrated Math 1 Opening
English/Language Arts 1 Opening The summer faculty work within the framework of team teaching and integrated curriculum. The core curriculum consists of science, math and language arts. The faculty will develop and implement an integrated curriculum based on the summer theme Metal. Elective courses include foreign language and technology. Dates of employment are from June 10, 2026 through July 24, 2026.
Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & SkillsRESIDENTIAL SUPERVISORMinimum Qualifications: Upper class students in college, supervisory experience, and experience in TRIO programs or college residential programs. Preferred candidates have experience with TRIO students, residence life experience, and experience working with high school students or entering freshmen. Residential Supervisors are required to live on campus. Pay Rate: $17.00/hour.
RESIDENTIAL LEADERSMinimum Qualifications: Candidates should have completed two years of college, or one year of college experience with one year of campus living. Prefer candidates with experience in Upward Bound, Talent Search, residence life, or other youth related programs. Team Leaders are required to live on campus. Pay Rate: $15.00/hour.
NIGHT FLOOR SUPERVISOR Minimum Qualifications: The successful candidate should have completed a minimum of one year of college. Prefer candidates with experience in residence life or other youth related programs. Pay Rate: $15.00/hour
INSTRUCTOR POSITIONS:Minimum Qualifications: All teaching positions require a Bachelor's degree. Teaching certification and teaching experience preferred. Collegiate teaching experience may substitute for teaching certification. Preference will be given to candidates whose teaching philosophy is compatible with thematic based integrated curriculum taught by a team of core instructors. Salary range is commensurate with teaching load.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & SkillsRESIDENTIAL SUPERVISORMinimum Qualifications: Upper class students in college, supervisory experience, and experience in TRIO programs or college residential programs. Preferred candidates have experience with TRIO students, residence life experience, and experience working with high school students or entering freshmen. Residential Supervisors are required to live on campus. Pay Rate: $17.00/hour.
RESIDENTIAL LEADERSMinimum Qualifications: Candidates should have completed two years of college, or one year of college experience with one year of campus living. Prefer candidates with experience in Upward Bound, Talent Search, residence life, or other youth related programs. Team Leaders are required to live on campus. Pay Rate: $15.00/hour.
NIGHT FLOOR SUPERVISORMinimum Qualifications: The successful candidate should have completed a minimum of one year of college. Prefer candidates with experience in residence life or other youth related programs. Pay Rate: $15.00/hour
INSTRUCTOR POSITIONS:Minimum Qualifications: All teaching positions require a Bachelor's degree. Teaching certification and teaching experience preferred. Collegiate teaching experience may substitute for teaching certification. Preference will be given to candidates whose teaching philosophy is compatible with thematic based integrated curriculum taught by a team of core instructors. Salary range is commensurate with teaching load.
The Successful Candidate WillSpecial RequirementsPhysical DemandsThis position has supervisory duties? Yes
Posting Detail Information
Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 2600047P
Number of Vacancies See Above
Desired Start DatePosition End Date (if temporary) 04/01/2026
Open Date 03/26/2026
Close Date 06/07/2026
Open until filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary Applicants will be reviewed and interviewed on an ongoing basis after the screening date. The screening date begins 10 calendar days after a position is posted on the employment website.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://employment.msubillings.edu/postings/7679
Diversity Statement Montana State University Billings is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.
Montana State University Billings makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee's ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU Billings provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference or request accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, Montana State University Billings, 1500 University Drive, Billings, MT 59101-0298, 406-657-2278, employment@msubillings.edu.
MSU Billings Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Billings Website: http://www.msubillings.edu/humres/eeos.htm
