Cooperative Program Coordinator jobs in Oregon

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Job Description:

The Oregon Military Department is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer, committed to a diverse workforce with equal opportunity programs.

The Oregon Military Department is a state agency that supports the Oregon National Guard and oversees the Oregon Youth Challenge Program. You are NOT required to be a member of the Oregon National Guard or military to apply for this position.

This job announcement is for multiple Group Life Coordinator 2 positions (GLC2). These are permanent full-time state positions located at the Oregon Youth Challenge Program in Bend, Oregon. This position is classified as a Group Life Coordinator 2; however, we encourage candidates who meet the minimum qualifications of the Group Life Coordinator 1 to apply (Salary Range $2926.00 - $4266.00 monthly). We may underfill the position until the selected candidate fulfills the minimum qualifications for the Group Life Coordinator 2 Classification. Underfill will not exceed one (1) year from date of hire. (Please see underfill qualifications listed below).

These positions are represented by the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) union.

This announcement will remain open until favorable candidates are selected, and all positions are filled. This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. The first candidate list will be pulled on July 17th and may close any time after this date.

What’s in it for you?

If you are a strong leader looking for a chance to make a difference, we have the opportunity for you. This is not just a job but the opportunity to begin a career where your input, time and efforts truly make a difference. Through your guidance, knowledge, and strong leadership, you will have the chance to positively influence and shape the future of young people. This is your opportunity to be the change in someone's life. Join our amazing team and know the satisfaction of helping Oregon’s youth and making difference, one youth at a time!

What You Will be Doing
We are looking for people with outstanding qualities of leadership, integrity, moral character, and professionalism. The primary purpose of this position is to provide daily supervision, leadership, guidance, and direction to Cadets enrolled in the Oregon Youth ChalleNGe Program. Group Life Coordinators (Cadre) are responsible for ensuring cadet compliance with policies and procedures in areas such as physical training, academics, health & hygiene, military standards, service to the community, and daily living.

This position performs the following major duties

• Responsible for the care, control, safety and security of youth in a 24/7 facility
• Supervise youth with emphasis on safety, personal growth, teamwork and the program’s eight core components. Promote positive youth development by establishing healthy professional relationships, role-modeling desired professional behaviors, maintaining an exceptional uniform appearance and ensuring a safe training environment.
• Monitoring and reporting the behavior of cadets during daily activities, offsite community projects, academic instruction, meals and extracurricular activities.
• Work effectively with youth who may have social, economic, emotional, or behavioral challenges. Assist youth in developing short and long-term goals, overcoming obstacles, conflict resolution and developing life skills.
• Plans, leads and participates in daily physical fitness activities which includes running and calling cadence.
• Provides classroom instruction on a variety of topics related to program standards and character development

Working Conditions: Must be able to work under the following condition with or without reasonable accommodations:

• This Position is subject to shift work. Employees must be willing to work beyond established core hours/days when necessary to accomplish program activities and requirements, including responding to emergency situations in a reasonable amount of time when they involve cadet health, safety, or security.
• Required to work various shifts, days, swing, graveyard, weekends and holidays and subject to occasional overnight travel. May come in contact with irate students, parents and the general public. Required to transport students in State-owned vehicles.
• Extensive walking, regular marching, and running with youth. This position requires being on your feet and standing for long durations.
• Occasional lifting and physical exertion are necessary to perform assigned tasks and duties.

Occasional exposure to adverse weather and environmental conditions.

What You Need to Qualify

GLC2 Qualifications:

You must be 21 years of age.

-AND-

You must possess a high school diploma, GED certificate, or other proof of education at the same or higher level.

-AND-

1 year experience observing, evaluating, developing, or understanding of human performance, relations and interactions.

***OR***

A Certificate or Associate degree from an accredited school in a behavioral science, education, criminal justice, or related degree.

***OR***

1 year of Prior military experience, law enforcement or corrections experience.

NOTE: Must be able to pass a physical fitness standard in accordance with program requirements.

Fitness Testing

Pass all physical fitness testing in accordance with program requirements as stated below:

• Sit and Stand (Pass / Fail)
• Bend and Reach (Pass / Fail) Bear Crawl (Pass / Fail)
• Ladder Climb 150lb Drag: 50 Feet in 2 minutes.
• Push-ups: (Males: 25 in 2 minutes / Females: 10 in 2 minutes)
• Sit-ups: 30 repetitions in 2 minutes
• One-Mile Run: (Males: Less than 12 minutes / Females: Less than 14 minutes

GLC1 Qualifications

You must possess a high school diploma, GED certificate, or other proof of education at the same or higher level.

NOTE: Must be able to pass a physical fitness standard in accordance with program requirements. (Please see Fitness Testing Above).

NOTE: Successful graduation from the Oregon Youth Challenge Program will be considered for 5 months towards experience.

Additional Requirements

Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. NOTE: If applying from out of state, please be prepared to provide a 3-year driving abstract from your local Department of Motor Vehicles.

• Pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

All employees in this classification/position, shall be subject to testing for the use of prohibited drugs and must pass employment drug screening test.

Conditions of Employment

• Must obtain (within 6 months of hire) and maintain a CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Must obtain (within 90 days of hire) and maintain a Commercial Driver License (CDL)

Employee is required to maintain a drug/alcohol free workplace in accordance with OMD Drug/Alcohol CPM’s, Policies, and the Statewide Drug Free Workplace Policy 50-000-01

• Must maintain physical fitness standards as described above (tested annually)
• Maintain military style grooming standards.
• Wear a modified military uniform and safety equipment as required.

Must have and maintain a favorable background check history.

Work Experience
The work experience section of your application must include a clear description of your experience to determine if you meet the required skills (minimum and special qualifications) and at what level you meet the requested skills. Your answers to supplemental questions about your specific experience must also be supported in the work experience statements in your application form and, if requested, your resume. Supplemental materials such as cover letters and/or a resume will NOT be used to determine candidate's qualifications.

Work experience is based on a 40-hour work week. (Example: 20 hours a week for one year would equal six-months of work experience.

You Must Download the Following to Your Application
(Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not moving forward in the process)

A current resume that clearly describes your experience and/or education related to the requirements of the position and demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements of the position as listed.

-AND-

A cover letter that clearly addresses how your education and/or experience relates to the Requested Skills, Duties and Responsibilities section of this announcement. Qualified applicants whose background most closely matches the requested skills will be invited to interview.

Additional Information

• Only complete applications will be considered. Be sure to answer all supplemental questions completely and to show your experience in the Work Experience section of your application. The selection process will consist of an evaluation of experience and training.
• All final candidates using education to meet minimum qualifications will be required to provide a copy of their transcripts (official or unofficial) during the selection.
• This announcement closes at 11:59PM on the close date listed.
• The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a LEDS check.
• Unfortunately, at this time the agency is unable to support requests that would require a visa.
• If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile. employee Workday profile
• Workday does not pull your work history from your profile; you MUST list your current work experience on your application for it to be considered. No additional work history or job duties will be accepted after this announcement closes.
• After you submit your application, you will have additional tasks to complete in Workday. Please continue to check your Workday account throughout the recruitment process.

OMD is dedicated to diversity efforts that reinforce respectful treatment of others in the workplace. These efforts focus on identifying ways to work better together, reducing conflict by increasing understanding, improving collaboration, fostering teamwork, and increasing productivity and quality of services delivered by OMD.

What We Have to Offer You
Great Benefits- The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage. competitive benefits package.
Work Life Balance- 12 Paid holidays, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave and sick leave.
Additional Benefits- In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Career Development - Learn new skills, On-the-Job Training, Great Team Environment, and a sense of belonging. With Oregon Military Department, you will feel excited about the work you do and feel valued for your contribution and collaboration.
Our Team- The Oregon Military Department is a team of diverse, dedicated, and collaborative individuals that work together to support our states Army and Air National Guard. Visit our agency website at http://www.oregon.gov/omd/pages/index.aspx

Need Assistance?
If you require an alternate format to complete the employment process, you may call Recruitment Services at 971-355-3984. Please be prepared to leave a message describing the alternate format needed.

Veteran Percentage Points
Since the time of the Civil War, Veterans of the Armed Forces have been given some degree of preference in appointments to government jobs. In recognizing the sacrifices made by those serving in the Armed Forces, Congress enacted laws to prevent veterans seeking employment from being penalized because of the time spent in military service. To receive veterans’ preference points, when you answer “yes” you are a veteran, you will receive a task from your Workday account requesting you to upload your military documents. Please do NOT attach your military documents to your initial application.

To qualify for 5 points

A copy of your DD214/DD215 showing honorable discharge from active duty.

To qualify for 10 points
A copy of your veterans’ disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veterans Affairs showing honorable discharge from active duty and that you have a service-connected disability.

For Transitioning Service-Members

A “working” Copy of your DD215-DD215 (typically Member-4) showing under honorable conditions discharge from active duty within 120 days or Less from Ending Term of Service (ETS) date.

For additional detailed information regarding Veteran Preference Point Laws visit: https://www.oregon.gov/jobs/Pages/Veterans.aspx.

Pay Equity
As an employer, the State of Oregon complies with HB 2005 Pay Equity. We do not discriminate based on protected class in the payment of wages, and we do not screen applicants based on their current or past compensation. We determine salary from applicable professional experience and education. Please visit: https://www.oregon.gov/das/hr/pages/equity.aspxfor more information.

The Fine Print

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• Workday performs weekly maintenance Friday evenings, and the system may be down for several hours. Please plan accordingly.
• We may also use other factors to help us decide who will move forward, such as your related work experience, education, and overall professionalism of your application materials.
• This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
• Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process.
• This process is subject to change without notice. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.

Contact Information
Steve Wolfe

541-317-9623 Ext. 262

Steve.M.Wolfe@omd.oregon.gov

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Application Question(s):

• Must be able to pass a physical fitness standard in accordance with program requirements.

Fitness Testing

Pass all physical fitness testing in accordance with program requirements as stated below:

• Sit and Stand (Pass / Fail)

• Bend and Reach (Pass / Fail) • Bear Crawl (Pass / Fail)

• Ladder Climb • 150lb Drag: 50 Feet in 2 minutes.

• Push-ups: (Males: 25 in 2 minutes / Females: 10 in 2 minutes)

• Sit-ups: 30 repetitions in 2 minutes

• One-Mile Run: (Males: Less than 12 minutes / Females: Less than 14 minutes

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person