EOP Residential Mentor - Grant-Funded (PT)

EOP Residential Mentor - Grant-Funded (PT)Location: Utica, NYJob Type: Part-Time, Temporary (Summer Only)This is a grant-funded position. Grant-funded positions expire either at the end of the stated term or whenever funding for the position ceases.Mohawk Valley Community College provides accessible, high-quality educational opportunities to meet the diverse needs of our students. We are the community's college, committed to student success through partnerships, transfer and career pathways, and personal enrichment.The College is looking for exceptional colleagues to join the MVCC community. We are currently seeking an EOP Residential Mentor in our Opportunity Program Department. The EOP Residential Mentor promotes a culture of student engagement and success to the EOP students. The program mentor will reside in the residence halls to assist in building community as students become acclimated to the College's academic, social, and cultural environment.Key responsibilities for this position include:Provides intentional mentor to MVCC EOP students;Collaborates, creates, leads, or assists with teambuilding and recreational activities;Performs desk duty and rounds of the assigned suite each night;Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of resident interactions, incidents, and progress towards goals;Implements residential policies and procedures while promoting a sense of community and mutual respect among residents;Identifies and addresses any potential safety concerns or risks within the residential environment;Performs other duties related to the job description as assigned by the Director of EOP.Work Schedule: This is a live-in summer position during the duration of the Summer Program (July 13, 2026 - August 20, 2026)Hours per week: up to 29 hours per week; schedule will vary based on program need and will include daytime program support, evening activities, and rotating weekend/on-call responsibilitiesQualifications:Required Qualifications:* Must be an MVCC graduate, current, or continuing student or completed a minimum of 60 college credits* Available the entire summer appointment (July 13, 2026 - August 20, 2026) and have the ability to assist the EOP program staff with summer housing needs, evening activities led by Student Engagement, closing recognition ceremony, major check-ins and check-outsPreferred Qualifications:* Current or previous Resident Assistant experienceAdditional Information:* Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements.* Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.We encourage applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and have transferable skills to apply. If you have related experience that may not align perfectly with the job description, we'd still like to hear from you.To learn more about MVCC, our culture, and employee benefits, please visit: https://www.mvcc.edu/about/discoverSpecial Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial transcripts required at the time of application, if applicable.Salary: $16.00 - $19.00 per hourFor full consideration, apply by: 6/15/2026Mohawk Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. MVCC maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and global worldview. We value the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. We are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in a world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, different abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability.