About Occidental College
Founded in 1887, Occidental is a nationally recognized, private college of the liberal arts and sciences, dedicated to providing a gifted and diverse group of students with a total educational experience of the highest quality -- one that prepares them for leadership in an increasingly complex, interdependent and pluralistic world.
What makes Occidental special? An intellectually rigorous academic environment. Small classroom settings where students collaborate with professors and their peers while pursuing or discovering their passion. A beautiful residential campus that offers students hands-on engagement with the cultural and intellectual resources of Los Angeles. A community open to stimulating conversation and divergent points of view. Some 2,100 students from 46 states and 28 countries choose from 41 majors and minors and participate in one the country’s top undergraduate research programs. Oxy students routinely win top awards and fellowships; its first Rhodes Scholar was named in 1907. Dedicated to excellence and equity, Occidental also is one of the country’s most economically diverse campuses, according to the New York Times. Some 71 percent of Oxy students receive some form of financial aid; 20 percent are Pell Grant recipients; and 19 percent are the first in their family to attend college
Title: College Advisor Aides
Department: Upward Bound
Duration: 9 months - End Date: May 31, 2027 (Possible Extension)
Employment Status: Non-Exempt, Part-Time, 20 hours per week
Job Summary
Reporting to the Director of Upward Bound, the College Advisor Aides provide essential administrative and office support to program staff, ensuring the smooth operation of daily activities. Responsibilities include answering phone calls, filing documents, processing purchase orders and check requests, coordinating event logistics, and managing supply orders for both office and program needs. The College Advisor Aides maintains organized student and office files, supporting accurate record-keeping and efficient workflow.
Job Duties
50% - Program Administration: Provides vital support to the Upward Bound program by managing a variety of administrative tasks, including document preparation, file organization, supply management, and order processing. Serves as a key point of contact, delivering responsive telephone and in-person assistance to program staff, students, parents, and community members, while coordinating schedules, travel arrangements, and appointments. Responsible for maintaining and updating the program’s…