Environmental Education - Adult Crew Leaders for the YCC CSA IIs Ages 18 - Open Continuous
Environmental Education - Adult Crew Leaders for the YCC CSA IIs Ages 18 - Open Continuous
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The Position
- Love nature the outdoors and mentoring teens (ages 1419
Apply now to be a Crew Leaderwith Portland Parks & Recreations Youth Conservation Crew (YCC)!
Apply early! Interviews begin as soon as March for positions starting in June.Here are the jobs you can apply to on this application:There are 10 Crew Leader positions open across 5 teams working to conserve our parks and nature areas:
Community Gardens Crew (hiring 2
Natural Area Crew East side (hiring 2
Natural Area Crew West side (hiring 2
Trail Crew (hiring 2
Tree Crew (hiring 2Visit our website to learn more about the crews and the crew leader role: /parks/environmentaleducation/crewleaderinformationJob Type:Casual Parttime. These are parttime jobs where you can work up to 1400 hours in a year. Employees in these positions serve at will. These jobs are called Community Service Aide IIs by the City of Portland.Benefits:These jobs are not eligible for benefits.
Language Pay:If you speak another language besides English and use it to help the community you may get extra pay. To learn more click here.We encourage all applicants to apply and especially those who may speak Spanish Vietnamese Somali Chinese or Russian.
Studies have shown that women and People of Color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying we encourage you to think broadly about your life experiences and qualifications for the role. Representation matters!Schedule:Dates:June 9 August 13 2024 Opportunity to start part time prior to June 9.Hours:Monday 8:30am 2:30pm); Tuesday Friday 7:30am 3:30pm)
Pay:$22.00 $24.00 an hour depending on experience and training.
Crew Leaders take part in professional development networking and growth opportunities throughout the season. For many YCC is an entry into working at Portland Parks & Recreation. We support Crew Leaders and Office Assistants in achieving their professional goals.
We encourage YCC Crew Member alumni to apply!About Us:Portland Parks & Recreation is dedicated to making sure everyone can enjoy our parks and services no matter their background. We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion. We encourage people who speak other languages to apply.
Virtual Zoom Meet & Greet OpportunityCome meet the hiring manager and the senior recruiter! Well be talking about the position duties and responsibilities day to day life in the role review the announcement discuss how to apply and answer questions you may have about the position.February 03 2025
6:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Zoom Meeting Recording: Information:Loan Tran Polanco Recruiter
Bureau of Human Resources
To Qualify
Qualifications needed:
- Ability to promote equity diversity inclusion and provide culturally responsive leadership.
- Experience working with and leading teenagers 1419 years old from diverse backgrounds.
- Knowledge and experience with youth programming for teenagers 1419 years old in nature the outdoors conservation environmental education and/or outdoor education.
- Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook Excel Word OneDrive).
Applicants must also:
- Be at least 18 years old by June 9 2025.
- Have a valid state drivers license and an acceptable driving record at the time of hire.
- Hold a current CPR/First Aid Certification by time of offer.
Please note these are not required but will be helpful:
- Speak one of the following languages: Spanish Vietnamese Somali Chinese or Russian.
- Have skills in one or more of the following areas:
- Trail building & maintenance.
- Environmental education
- Habitat restoration
- Tree care
- Gardening
- Knowledgeable about plants and animals in Portland OR
- Ability to build community and lead a productive team with high expectations warmth and respect.
- Ability to hold youth accountable for attendance and workplace behavior.
- Ability to mentor youth and support them in professional development.
We encourage alumni of Youth Conservation Crew to apply for crew leader positions!
Studies have shown that women and People of Color are less likely toapply for jobs unless theybelieve they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are mostinterested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may be one who comesfrom a less traditional background. Ifyou are interested in applying we encourage you to thinkbroadly about your life experiences and qualifications for the role. Representation matters!The Recruitment Process
How to Apply:- Click APPLY to submit your application online.
- You need to answer the supplemental questions and attach your resume.
- If you are a Veteran and want preference attach your Veteran documents
Hiring Process:
Step 1:Apply online starting on January 6 2025.
Step 2:We will review your application to see if you meet the minimum needs for this role.
Step 3:If you qualify you will be placed on a list of eligible candidates.
Step 4:We will contact eligible candidates for interviews as positions become available. Interviews will be held in March.
Step 5:Job offers will be made after interviews in April and May.
Step 6:The start date will be approximately June 2 2025 once all hiring conditions are met.Additional Information
Employment Type
Gig
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