Position Title Hope College TRIO Upward Bound Office Assistant
Classification Title Hourly Part Time (.1-.74 FTE)
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligibility
Department Upward Bound
Job Description
The TRIO Upward Bound program is funded by a grant from the Department of Education and serves local first-generation and low-income high school students who are committed to pursuing higher education after graduating high school.
Hope College TRIO Upward Bound Office Assistant (Part-Time)
The Office Assistant provides administrative and operational support to ensure smooth daily program functions. This role supports communication, student records, and logistics while serving as a key point of contact for the program.
Work Schedule
Academic Year (August–April):
- ~20 hours/week
- Tuesdays & Thursdays: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Additional hours scheduled with the Director
Summer Session (May–July):
- ~20 hours/week
- Typically Monday–Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
The Office Assistant provides support of daily programming tasks, including but not limited to:
Administrative & Office Support
- Serve as the first point of contact (phones, emails, inquiries)
- Provide information and referrals
- Assist with printing, copying, and supply orders
- Schedule transportation and rooms
Student Records & Academic Support
- Data Entry
- Distribute academic updates to staff
- Maintain and organize student files
Program Operations & Logistics
- Track technology inventory (laptops, iPads, calculators)
- Support daily program operations
- Assist with logistics as needed
Communication & Outreach
- Support social media and communication efforts
- Assist with outreach materials
Qualifications
- High school diploma required; college experience preferred
- Bilingual (preferred)
- Proficiency in Google Suite, Zoom, Canva
- Strong organizational and communication skills
Physical Demands
This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 2026-008SR
Job Posting Open Date 06/08/2026
Job Posting Close Date 06/30/2026
Open Until Filled No
Is this position available for sponsorship No
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