Symposium Mentor 2026

Position Details

Position Information


Position Title
Symposium Mentor 2026


Classification Title
Temporary PT


Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit
$1350 - $1950 Stipend (see department specific below for tiers)


Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Open Until Filled Notes
Open until filled


Position Type/Employee Class
Temporary PT Hourly


Instructor Status
Not applicable


Overtime Eligible
Non-Exempt


FLSA Status

Campus Location
Bend


Primary Purpose


Serve as a mentor to high school students during the Summer Symposium: 5-day, 4-night program at the COCC Bend campus.

Dates of program: June 21-25, 2026 - with required additional training sessions prior, dates TBD.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise students throughout symposium making sure students meet expectations, monitoring behavior, encourage participation and develop leadership skills.
• Participate in and/or lead all activities while providing guidance to students.
• Assist Coordinators with all logistics including check in/check-out, material distributions, student registration preparations, calling students for confirmations, etc.
• Serve as a mentor/leader to address/listen to student concerns.
• Other duties as assigned.

Department Specific


Tier 1: New mentor $1350

Tier 2: Returning mentor $1650

Tier 3: Lead mentor: $1950

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities


Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.

• Knowledge and skill in working effectively within diverse communities.
• Interact professionally with students, families, professors, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using the English language with or without the use of an interpreter.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage conflicts within and/or between groups.
• Experience with email, Internet, word-processing, and spreadsheets (preferably experience with MS Office Suite products).
• Demonstrated experience in leadership activities.
• Strong skills in working effectively in a team environment.

Ergonomic Requirements


Work will be performed in and out of classroom settings. Mentors are required to stay on campus for the entire duration of the program. There will be optional but encouraged physical components of the symposium including but not limited to hiking, swimming, walking, climbing stairs, sitting, singing, dancing, etc. Must be able to safely lift, carry, push, or pull items weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Current or recent COCC student, and/or college student from other regions
• Knowledge of working with diverse student populations
• Adherence to the COCC Drug Free Workplace Policy G-32-6 - see below

Equivalency Statement


The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Previous experience with college preparatory programs at COCC or other institutions

EEO Statement


The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or the Vice President for Student Affairs at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.

In support of COCC's EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.