Assistant Camp Director

State of Oregon • Florence, AL

1d • $5,907 - $9,143 • Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is seeking a collaborative and motivated Youth Facility Supervisor 2 – Assistant Camp Director for the Camp Florence Youth Transitional Facility. This position assists the Camp Director in overseeing daily operations of a 24/7 residential transition program focused on accountability, rehabilitation, and positive youth development. Responsibilities include supervising and developing staff, participating in recruitment and hiring processes, conducting performance evaluations, training and coaching employees, developing work schedules, assigning duties, and addressing performance concerns through progressive discipline and developmental work plans. This position also supports youth programming by supervising youth participating in college and work-study programs, assisting with treatment planning, overseeing facility operations and maintenance, inspecting facilities and equipment, coordinating needed repairs, and serving as a member of the facility management team and Officer of the Day as needed. We are seeking candidates with experience working within youth-serving systems and knowledge of 24/7 operations. The ideal candidate demonstrates integrity, professionalism, sound judgment, dependability, and a strong commitment to organizational values, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Experience directly supervising employees in a professional setting, building collaborative relationships, and fostering a supportive and accountable work environment is highly valued. OYA encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences who are committed to creating positive outcomes for youth, staff, and communities.

Requirements

• Four Years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience; OR one year of related experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Driving is an essential function of this position. A valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position.
• Experience working within youth-serving systems or programs supporting adolescent development and rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of and experience working in a 24/7 operational environment with shifting priorities and staffing needs.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, sound judgment, dependability, and commitment to organizational values and ethical practices.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and fostering a respectful and supportive workplace culture.
• Experience providing direct supervision, leadership, and performance management of employees in a professional setting.
• Resume and Cover Letter Required.
• Ensure your application and/or resume thoroughly reflect your skills, experience (both lived, volunteer, and professional), knowledge, and/or education pertinent to this position, including how you meet the minimum qualifications and any/all desired attributes.
• Include in your resume dates of employment and descriptions of duties/responsibilities for each position.
• All applicants are subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as fingerprint based on criminal records check, pre-employment drug screening and/or education verification as required for the position.
• All OYA employees are required to submit to a two-step TB test to establish a TB free "base line."
• All positions in OYA will require the incumbent to serve as a "mandatory reporter" of child abuse.
• If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming you are able to work in the US.
• OYA uses E-Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Experience directly supervising employees in a professional setting, building collaborative relationships, and fostering a supportive and accountable work environment is highly valued.
• OYA encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences who are committed to creating positive outcomes for youth, staff, and communities.

Responsibilities

• The Camp Counselor, Camp Director and Assistant Camp Director work as a team in parole recommendations, and in the absence of the Camp Director may make parole decisions regarding youth.
• Participate in monthly case reviews regarding current treatment programs and individual youth progress.
• Supervise the Group Life Coordinator staff, food services staff and part-time staff in the daily operations of the camp, ensuring all agency department and camp policies are followed.
• Works on the unit with the youth and staff on a daily basis providing direction in daily activities and treatment programs.
• Maintains the safety, security and well-being of youth, co-workers and the facility, controls behavior of youth assigned to the work area or in close proximity facility wide.
• Assists the Camp Director in overseeing daily operations of a 24/7 residential transition program focused on accountability, rehabilitation, and positive youth development.
• Supervising and developing staff, participating in recruitment and hiring processes, conducting performance evaluations, training and coaching employees, developing work schedules, assigning duties, and addressing performance concerns through progressive discipline and developmental work plans.
• Supervising youth participating in college and work-study programs, assisting with treatment planning, overseeing facility operations and maintenance, inspecting facilities and equipment, coordinating needed repairs, and serving as a member of the facility management team and Officer of the Day as needed.

Benefits

• Low-cost, high-coverage health insurance
• Generous time-off
• Competitive retirement plan
• Annual increases on anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager