Temporary - TRIO Upward Bound​/TRIO Talent Search Resident Counselor

Overview

University of Louisville TRIO Upward Bound and TRIO Talent Search seek dedicated Resident Counselors to support high school students in a six-week summer residential academic program. Counselors live in the residence hall and help create a safe, structured, and engaging environment that promotes academic success and personal development. Assignment to a specific program (Upward Bound 1, Upward Bound 2, and Talent Search) will be based on program needs, applicant qualifications, and staffing considerations.

June 1, 2026 – July 11, 2026
Mandatory staff training May 27
-29, 2026

• Live on campus and supervise 65-170 students in a team-based residential setting
• Mentor students and support academic, social, and personal development
• Enforce program policies ensuring safety and positive conduct
• Lead activities, workshops, and study hall supervision
• Participate in all program events, trips, meetings, and staff trainings
• Manage emergencies, monitor student progress, and maintain residence hall conditions

High school Diploma. Some college. Valid driver license. Additional experience may be used on a one-to-one basis to offset the educational requirements.

• Conflict resolution
• Cultural competency
• Communication
• Time Management
• Leadership
• Team collaboration
• Crisis response

• Experience working with high school students
• At least one year of college completed
• Supervisory or leadership experience
• Conflict resolution and tutoring experience
• Familiarity with residence hall procedures
• Prior involvement with TRIO programs

Submit one PDF containing:

• Resume
• Cover letter addressing required/preferred qualifications
• Responses:
  Experience with TRIO Programs;
  Experience working with middle or high school students
• Three academic or professional references

Priority deadline:
February 28, 2026 (application accepted until filled)

Compensation Will Be Commensurate To Candidate Experience.

The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans.

The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.

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Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 215 Central Avenue, Ste 205 - Louisville, Kentucky 40208. If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at employment or by phone .