Group Life Coordinator 2

State of Oregon • Bend, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Military Department is a state agency that supports the Oregon National Guard. This is a permanent full-time state position located in Bend, Oregon, at the Oregon Youth Challenge High School. This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees’ (AFSCME) union. 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 Oregon Military Department is dedicated to diversity efforts that reinforce respectful treatment of others in the workplace, focusing on improving collaboration, fostering teamwork, and increasing productivity. This role offers the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of Oregon's young people through guidance, knowledge, and strong leadership.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Possess a high school diploma, GED certificate, or other proof of education at the same or higher level.
• Six (6) months 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 Six (6) months of Prior military experience, law enforcement or corrections experience.
• Must be able to pass a physical fitness standard in accordance with program requirements.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Pass a fingerprint-based criminal background and abuse check.
• All employees in this classification/position, shall be subject to testing for the use of prohibited drugs and must pass a preemployment drug screening test.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Possess or obtain and maintain (within 6 months of hire) and maintain a CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Obtain and maintain (within 120 days of hire) and maintain a Commercial Driver License (CDL).

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Responsible for the care, control, safety, security, and Life Plan guidance of all the students in the program.

Benefits

• Competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage.
• 12 Paid holidays, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave and sick leave.
• 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
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Great Team Environment
• Sense of belonging

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED