Summer 2026 TRIO Programs Team Leader

About the role

The Summer 2026 TRIO Programs Team Leader will be responsible for managing and leading a team of mentors and staff members to provide support and resources to rising 9th - 12th grade students. The position runs from June 11, 2026 to July 23, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Participate in program training and orientation
• Transport students to and from program activities
• Design and lead program activities as needed
• Develop and maintain a mentoring relationship with rising 9 – 12th grade students
• Provide supervision during non-classroom hours, evenings, and nights
• Provide tutoring and advising during daily study sessions
• Provide shared supervision of students during mealtimes and recreation
• Deliver learning supplies to our office and assist students with classroom assignments
• Adhere to daily work schedule as assigned by supervisor
• Attend summer staff meetings

Required Qualifications

• Possess characteristics of responsibility, desire to help others, and flexibility
• Prior experience mentoring or working with teenage students
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet qualifications to be large vehicle certified by the state
• Must not have a full-time day job, attending summer school, or have any prior commitments during contract dates
• Strong communication skills
• Problem solving skills with the ability to work both on a team and independently

Preferred Qualifications

• Junior standing or above and enrolled in college with evidence of good academic achievement
• Age 21 or older
• Residential assistance experience
• Experience working with economically and/or educationally disadvantaged youth
• Prior youth supervisory experience
• Prior residential experience working with TRIO Programs
• Someone with background similar to that of participants (low-income and/or first generation) as required by the grant

Physical Demands

Ability to lift 25 pounds

Application Requirements

• Include a cover letter addressing qualifications
• Resume
• Contact information for 3 professional references

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.

Veterans Employment Preference

To claim veteran's preference please complete the employment (veteran's) preference form located on the employment page and email to humanresources@mtech.edu. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage
• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour
• 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
• 11 Holidays per year
• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement
• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions

About Montana Tech

Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.