Job Description

The Oregon Military Department is a state agency that supports the Oregon National Guard. You are NOT required to be a member of the Oregon National Guard to apply for this position.

The Oregon Military Department is recruiting for a Group Life Coordinator 2. This is a permanent full-time state position located in Bend, Oregon. Oregon Youth Challenge High School.

This position is classified as a Group Life Coordinator 2 although we encourage anyone that meets the qualifications as a Group Life Coordinator 1. Please see requirements below.

Salary Range

$4,736 - $5,984

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 Oregon's 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 make difference, one youth at a time!

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 conditions with or without reasonable accommodations: Occasional lifting and physical exertion is necessary to perform assigned tasks and duties. Occasional exposure to adverse weather and environmental conditions. Required to work various shifts; days, swing, graveyard, weekends and holidays and subject to occasional overnight travel.

What You Need to Qualify

Group Life Coordinator 2: 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 Six (6) months experience observing, evaluating, developing, or understanding of human performance, relations and interactions.

Additional Requirements

Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. Pass a fingerprint-based criminal background and abuse check.