Housing Coordinator and Program Mentor Supervisor- Della Keats Health Science Program

The Housing Coordinator and Program Mentor Supervisor for the Della Keats Health Science Program provides leadership and oversight for all residential and co-curricular aspects of the program. This position supervises Program Mentors ensures high-quality student support and oversees daily operations activities housing coordination safety and compliance. The Supervisor fosters an inclusive engaging residential environment where pre-college students can explore health careers build community and develop college-readiness skills.
This role requires strong leadership communication and organizational abilities as well as a commitment to supporting diverse youth in a structured residential setting.
Approved or ability to become an approved UAA driver (motor vehicle background check and driver training course)

To thrive in this role the supervisor should bring a passion for supporting diverse pre-college students and the ability to lead staff in creating a positive engaging program environment. The ideal applicant can oversee a variety of recreational educational and social activities with creativity and flexibility while ensuring high-quality student experiences. Strong communication planning organizational and staff-leadership skills are essential.

Knowledge of or experience with rural Alaskan culture lifestyle challenges and an appreciation for these is needed for this position. Along with a desire to work with youth and help them discover their own strengths and interests. A creative and adaptable mindset working well as a part of a team and a willingness to lead as needed. Having a strong work ethic integrity and moral compass and caring about the example being set for the youth participating in the program is essential.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School graduation and a minimum of 60 university credits in math health science biology chemistry or physics successfully completed is required.
• 1 year of experience supervising staff students or leading teams in youth residential camp or educational programs including at least one year in residence programs.
• Valid drivers license with 3 years of driving experience and a clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background working with diverse high school or pre-college student populations.
• Experience planning coordinating or implementing recreational educational or community-building activities.
• Knowledge of or experience with rural Alaskan culture lifestyle and challenges with an appreciation for the community.
• Strong skills in communication problem-solving conflict resolution and crisis response.
• Training or experience in youth safety risk management or behavioral support.
• Familiarity with health career pathways college-readiness programs or culturally responsive practices.
• Demonstrated creativity adaptability teamwork and leadership when needed.
• Commitment to integrity strong work ethic and serving as a positive role model for youth.
  
  

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska campus in Anchorage Alaska. New hires will be placed on the UA temporary staff salary schedule Grade 78 based on education and experience. This is a full-time temporary summer position with work being performed from 6/24/26 through 8/03/26. Hours are typically 7:00 am to 3:00 pm on call with the possibility of some nights or weekends while the program is in session.

The University of Alaska (UA) reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at the UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the Universitys discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the positions job duties.

This is a pooled position and applications are reviewed as needed. Submission of an application does not guarantee review or a job offer.

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