Forest and Conservation Worker jobs in Carson, CA

Organization Summary

Since 1987, the Conservation Corps of Long Beach (CCLB) has worked to help youth realize their potential while serving the Gateway Cities area. As a state-certified Corps, CCLB is positioned to offer its Corpsmembers access to a variety of environmental work experiences while also facilitating personal development opportunities. More than 12,000 youth and young adults have benefitted from our unique program, and over 1,500 have received a high school diploma while working with us. We continue to serve local youth as we work towards achieving our vision of a world where all youth and young adults thrive, are resilient, have equitable access to opportunity, and are stewards of our community and the environment.

Mission The primary mission of the Conservation Corps of Long Beach is to support young people in realizing their potential through work, service, conservation, and education.

The Site Director is responsible for the planning, design, implementation, organization and all aspects of the After School Enrichment Program at the assigned school site.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position supervises and manages the day-to-day operations of our middle school, after school program site. This position is charged with seeing that the students are in a safe, well-supervised environment that provides them with a well-designed academic and enrichment program

Additional Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation of a site program that includes the following components: homework assistance and/or tutoring, academic enrichment, physical recreation and snack
• Manage and supervise site program staff including scheduling (work hours, components assigned, clean up and closing duties); planning and conducting weekly staff meetings and conducting program staff evaluations
• Implement the agency and site administrative policies and procedures; including, but not limited to, enrollment forms, emergency contact information forms, time cards, attendance reports, data required for program evaluation
• Develop and maintain a cooperative relationship with administration, faculty, and support staff to maximize linkages between the after school program and the regular school day
• Develop and implement a plan to ensure maximum daily attendance including communication with parents regarding absences and early outs, staff referrals to the program, and student evaluation of enrichment activities
• Oversight of all program resources including maintenance of equipment, ordering and inventory control of supplies and equipment
• Development and implementation of incentive plans for students and program staff
• Attend all mandatory meetings including, but not limited to; a. weekly meeting with Program Coordinator, monthly meetings with the principal; and monthly Site Directors meetings
• Attend all mandatory in-service and training sessions
• Oversee the implementation of the site behavior management, risk management and/or safety management plan, policies and procedures and school rules and standards

QUALIFICATIONS

• Posses experience (minimum three years) in developing and implementing programs for school aged children; or similar experiences.
• Be able to relate well to children, parents and staff (school, agency and other agencies) within a wide range of racial and cultural differences
• Be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with program goals
• Be able and willing to adapt to a changing environment
• Posses excellent organizational, administrative (data base and budget management), and program marketing skills
• Posses effective oral and written communications skills with audiences at a variety of levels
• Must have a current TB test
• Must have a clear fingerprint (Live Scan) on file with CCLB.
• Posses valid CPR and First Aid certification or obtain it within 3 weeks of hire date.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Power Point, Access and Excel)
• Must posses valid California Drivers License, have a good driving record and be insurable

Salary and Benefits:

$23.93 - $28.72 per hour (Rank 15) based on level of experience and education. Open to considering compensation for more experienced applicants.

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits, 403(b), Life Insurance and EAP Program.

Vacation, Sick and Holiday Benefits

AA/EEO Statement

The Conservation Corps of Long Beach (CCLB) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The CCLB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The CCLB expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of CCLB's employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.