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  • Upward Bound Summer Academy Resident Assistant

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  • Posted: 03/10/2026

    General Job Summary:
    Federally funded position from June 11 – July 24, 2026. Approximately 20 students from area high schools will be housed on the Emmetsburg Campus of Iowa Lakes Community College, Monday-Friday, where they will be exposed to a residential living experience. A total of four Resident Assistants will be hired. The Resident Assistants will work with certified instructors in academic areas and lead/supervise students during cultural, recreational, and social activities. In addition, the Resident Assistants will be responsible for the students, taking shifts from Monday morning until Friday afternoon during the Upward Bound Summer Academy. Resident Assistants will attend the Big City Trip tentatively scheduled for July 20-24, 2026. Must have valid driver's license, good driving record, and provide proof of insurance.

    Employment with Iowa Lakes Community College is dependent upon successful passage of a criminal background check. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. Iowa Lakes Community College participates in the federal E-Verify program. We will verify your employment eligibility in the United States as required by law.


    Minimum Qualifications: Preference given to college sophomore, junior, senior or college graduate and/or prior camp counselor experience. Cumulative grade point average above 2.75. Previous experience in working with high school youth preferred.
     
    Salary:  $1,500/month
     
    Benefits:  Furnished room and board on the Emmetsburg campus; meals provided when food service is available.
     
    Application Process:
    The following items must be included in your application packet before it will be considered a complete application:
     

    • Employment Application form
    • Applicant Confidential Information form (This data is used to comply with government required affirmative action record keeping only and is not used for applicant screening purposes.)
    • A letter addressing your qualifications for the position
    • A resume
    • A copy of transcripts
     
    Only complete application packets will be considered for the position vacancy.
     
    Positions open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately. View complete job description and application process at www.iowalakes.edu/employment. Contact Lynn Miller at lmmiller@iowalakes.edu or 712-362-0409. Iowa Lakes Community College, Human Resources, 19 South 7th Street, Estherville, IA 51334. EEO/AA Employer

     

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