Hope College TRIO Upward Bound Office Assistant

Position Details

Position Information


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


Special Instructions to Applicants