Youth Advisory Council - Oregon Department of Education

State of Oregon • Salem, OR

1d • $25 - $25 • Remote

About The Position

The Oregon Department statewide Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is made up of youth from across the state who are passionate about leadership and using their voice to shape policy and programs to positively impact the lives of Oregon’s students.

Eligibility Youth ages 14-18 Youth and students from EVERY school type and educational environment is encouraged to apply Our council includes 2 representatives from each of Oregon’s ESDs, and we welcome everyone to apply. We have confirmed seats available in these regions: Clackamas Harney High Desert Intermountain Jefferson Lake Linn Benton Lincoln Malheur Multnomah NW Regional Region 18 Wallowas South Coast Note if your region is not listed above, you are still strongly encouraged to apply and may be offered a waitlist position.

Position Details YAC members attend monthly, virtual Zoom meetings that are typically held on Monday evenings. Meetings are usually 90-120 minutes long A member’s term of service lasts for 1 academic year, and members can serve 2 terms We are thrilled to offer members $25 per hour as compensation for their time.

Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon “flies with her own wings.”

Requirements

• Youth ages 14-18
• Youth and students from EVERY school type and educational environment is encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Set Council Goals and Measure Success - Develop clear goals and success criteria for youth advisory council’s role as an advisory body.
• Review Existing Programs- Review current state programs and make recommendations for improvements that advance youth accountability from education leaders.
• Assist with Surveys - Assist in reviewing and improving surveys to ensure accurate representation of youth perspectives.
• Connect with other Youth Leaders - Engage with youth leaders, particularly from diverse communities, and explore leadership networks to identify best practices.
• Improve Reporting Processes for Bias Incidents - Evaluate and recommend improvements for how youth report bias incidents or hate crimes, ensuring better support for affected youth.
• Engage in member led subcommittee work such as AI safety in schools, extracurricular and club engagement, anti-discrimination practices, and elevating rural youth experiences

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed