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Summer Institute Head Counselor

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Department: Indians into Medicine

Summer Institute Head Counselor

  • 497808
  • Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
  • Temporary Staff
  • Closing on: Mar 19 2026
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Salary/Position Classification

  • 20.00 per hr. up to $4000.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
  • 20-30 hours per week
  • 100% Remote Work Availability: No
  • Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

The purpose of this position is to serve as the head counselor for the INMED Summer Institute program. Lead a staff of 4-8 counselors who are responsible for small groups of students in grades 7-12. Ensure compliance with UND policies and procedures and support programmatic goals including academic enrichment and success, person growth and development, and safety for students and staff.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Live in UND residence hall for duration of Summer Institute. Room and board are covered by the department.
  • Cover the "Dorm monitor" role in residence hall for nights: Actively present and available in residence hall common area 9:00 pm to 2:00 am daily.
  • Organize coverage, coordinate schedules, assess and address behavioral issues and delegate or facilitate appropriate action.
  • Serve as a leader and a role model for middle and high school aged students, as well as college age counseling staff.
  • Supervise student activities in residence hall to ensure compliance with program standards and UND policies. Specifically, minors and staff on campus, housing and dining, use of property & buildings, codes, and office of safety.
  • Maintain a positive, family-oriented living environment for all students and staff.
  • With Summer Institute Coordinator, address and remediate behavioral, interpersonal, and other conflicts as they arise. May be asked to mediate and help students to resolve conflicts.
  • Communicate daily with Coordinator to update and address program activities, goals, and concerns.
  • Assist Coordinator with daily operations as needed Accompany students on all field trips and activities.
  • Assist in the training of counseling staff 

Required Competencies

  • Available to be on duty 24 hours per day for the five-week period (June 1-July 11, 2026). Two assigned days off will be given at the discretion of the SI Coordinator.
  • Mandatory Staff Orientation Jun 1 - Jun 5, 2026.

Minimum Requirements

  • High School Graduate
  • Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience with caring for young people.

To Apply

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Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

Clery Statement

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