(Pool) Black Youth Summer Institute

POSITION SUMMARY:

Pooled Recruitment: By applying to this pool applicants are not applying for a specific position. By applying qualified applicants will be considered for Temporary Summer Camp appointments that may become available at Southern Oregon University on an as-needed part-time and limited-duration basis. The appointment varies in salary and length and provides varying levels
of supervisory status or program support.

Applications will be kept on file and qualified applicants contacted by the respective hiring manager for an interview. Applicants may withdraw their application from the pool at any time. This pool may be refreshed annually and interested applicants must reapply for continued consideration.

For inquiries and additional information please contact Human Resource Services via email at or call .


Date application must be received for priority consideration by: March 20 2026
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: May 15 2026
Closing Date or if blank Open Until Filled:
Job Family Group: Administrative and Professional
Division/Department: Outreach and Engagement
Compensation Range (varies by position) $15.50 -$40.00 per hour depending upon assignment
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Appointment Basis: Temporary/Short-Term
Time Type: Part-time
Benefits Eligible: No
Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration: Non-renewable/Limited Duration
These are short-term (one to two week) assignments during the summer
This position must possess and maintain a current valid Driver License: A license may be required depending upon the assignment
This position is designated as a critical security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes
Lead Work/Supervisory Responsibilities: Potentially depending upon the assignment
Work Location Type: On-campus
Worker Status: Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

• Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicants qualifications and interest in the position; and (2) current resume/CV. - PLEASE NOTE - during the application process you will be prompted to attach these documents in the area titled Resume. Please either combine ALL documents into ONE attachment OR upload each item separately in this section. Failure to upload ALL of the required documents may disqualify application from consideration.
• For inquiries and additional information please contact Human Resource Services via email at or by phone at .

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Black Youth Summer Camp. Positions will vary. Position summaries are as follows:

BLACK YOUTH ELDER
The role of Elder is that of support for Black students as they explore their relationships with one another and develop into a community at camp. Youth during Black Youth Summer Institute are challenged to think about who they are now and what they dream for their futures. Elders support the growth and development of all youth regardless of where they are in their personal journey. Elders also provide support for staff members who are supervising students and organizing classes workshops and other events during the week of camp.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Personal experience working with Black youth and communities. Experience working with middle and high school students.
• Strong communication skills flexibility and ability to problem-solve quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to support needs of student participants.
• Able to make fulltime commitment during Black Youth Summer Institute.

DUTIES:

(80%) Duties Include:

• Support the work of the Director and HRs.
• Act as a mentor to students.
• Provide support during workshops.
• Stop by classes to observe students and staff in classroom settings.
• Present and support the work of opening and closing sessions of camp.
• Support established ground rules for camp.

(20%) Duties Include:

• Working with Black Youth camp staff to support program logistics when possible.
• Attend staff training and have an awareness of protocols for emergency situations.

BLACK YOUTH SUMMER INSTITUTE HEAD RESIDENT
Head resident must be enthusiastic enjoy working with youth have leadership abilities and a strong sense of how to work as a team member. This position requires time management and organization skills and the ability to prioritize and problem-solve in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment. The Head Resident must model responsible behavior including punctuality appropriate attire focus on the task at hand and conflict mediation. People skills ability to oversee college students and a strong work ethic are core components of this position.

MIMIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with Black youth and middle and high school students. Experience leading teams using effective communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities and coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time sensitiveness deadline.
• Ability to proactively assess camp operations and anticipate potential needs.
• Head Residents should have completed at least two years of college and should be currently pursuing or have attained a college degree.

PREFERRED:

• Basic First Aid training
• CPR training
• Head residents must have at least one year of previous experience as a Black Youth Senior Counselor.

DUTIES:

(80%) Duties Include:

• Coordinate and equitably divide Head Resident duties between both Head Residents.
• Supervise Senior Counseling staff and act as a role model and mentor.
• Manage health and wellness initiatives including the dispensing of mediation and tracking of emergencies and health incidents at camp.

(20%) Duties Include:

• Attend required staff meetings and training sessions.
• May be asked to lead some of the staff training sessions.
• Keep constant awareness of the flow of camp activities and proactively support where needed.

BLACK YOUTH SUMMER INSTITUTE SENIOR COUNSELORS

Senior Counselors must be enthusiastic high-energy responsible mature and emotionally stable individuals who enjoy working with youth. Candidates should have leadership abilities and a strong sense of how to work as a team member. The Senior Counselor should be an outstanding role model for participants. Counselors must model responsible behavior including punctuality appropriate attire and good personal hygiene positive attitude compassion wise decision-making and intellectual curiosity. Senior Counselors should establish good relationships with students by initiating conversations and activities conducting living group meetings and ensuring that all students feel included and welcomed.

Each Senior Counselor will be assigned to supervise 8-10 students during those times when students are not involved in classes. The time commitment for the job is considerable. Students will range in age from 11-18 years; depending on the student there may be a need for high level supervision. Senior Counselors are an integral part of the supervision required. Counselors must have the self-discipline to manage sufficient rest needed for maintaining a high level of enthusiasm and supervisory responsibility during a rigorous daily/week schedule.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Personal experience working with Black youth.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to work within an ever-changing work environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to always put a positive face forward no matter the circumstances and ability to function in a calm efficient and supportive manner especially in crisis situations.
• Senior Counselors must be at least 18 years old.
• Counselors must be enrolled in a college or university and have completed their freshman year.

PREFERRED:

• Basic First Aid training
• CPR training
• Life Guard training

DUTIES:

(80%) Duties Include:

• Be directly responsible for 8-12 students assigned to your supervision.
• Lead group activities with your group and be available for counseling problem-solving etc.
• Assist students with minor first aid and be familiar with and provide support of regular medication needs as outlined by parents/guardians.

(20%) Duties Include:

• Attend required staff meetings and training sessions.
• Keep constant awareness of the flow of camp activities and proactively support where needed.
• Alert Head Residents to issues as they arise.

BLACK YOUTH SUMMER INSTITUTE INSTRUCTOR
Instructors will develop and implement an engaging and enriching class curriculum for a class of students of a specified age for four consecutive days in one week. These classes are designed to be educational and enjoyable to engage students in critical thinking and to inspire students to envision themselves as future college students. Instructors agree to cultivate a safe and supportive environment for students with clearly communicated expectations for safety respect and responsibility.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience teaching Black youth or working with Black communities
• 1 years of experience with the subject matter
• In the last year of Undergraduate OR 20 years old
• Ability to create age-appropriate engaging curriculum for 4 days for no more than 90 minutes of class time

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A college graduate
• 1 years of teaching professionally in a classroom setting

DUTIES:

(80%) Duties Include:

• Create age-appropriate curriculum that fits within the class time limitations and encourages critical thinking and Project Based Learning.
• Arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of class and remain until all students are safely en route to their next activity or are under the supervision of the on-site coordinator.
• Provide a climate that is conducive to learning.
• Be responsible for behavior management inside the class and uphold camp policies including internet use policies and safety guidelines.

(20%) Duties Include:

• Attend required staff training sessions.
• Prepare your classroom and supplies before each class.
• Complete daily attendance records and report missing or late students

Skills Knowledge and Abilities (all positions)

• Excellent communication skills; ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner.
• Ability to work with a high level of productivity and accuracy/attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to initiate establish and foster communication and teamwork between students by maintaining a positive cooperative productive atmosphere and creating community- oriented relationships within a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

SPECIAL CONDITIONS (all positions):

• These positions are designated as a critical security-sensitive or safety-sensitive positions and therefore requires the successful completion of a Criminal Background Check and adherence to confidentiality agreements.
• Persons employed in these positions is considered a mandatory reporter under the Oregon Revised Statutes and is required to comply with the requirements set forth by the Oregon Department of Human Services.
• This position classification has been defined as non-exempt and is subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
• All staff are required to attend staff trainings prior to the start of camp. Staff training orientation sessions and work parties are an important part of preparing for camp. Summer Camp staff will be notified of specific times and locations of trainings after acceptance.
• For all Summer Camp positions (with the exception of Instructors): These are short-term positions requiring employees to be available around the clock to support camper and fellow staff needs throughout the 6-7 days of camp.
• All staff with the exception of Instructors are required to reside in on-campus dormitories for the duration of camp and sleep in their assigned rooms each night.
• Senior Counselors are expected to take all meals with their campers.

SOU is an equal access AA/EOE committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workforce

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Southern Oregon University will provide if requested reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of accommodation in order to provide access to the application interviewing and selection process. You are not required to note the presence of a disability on this application. If however you require a reasonable accommodation in the application and/or interview process due to disability requests must be made in a timely manner to Human Resources.

Diversity Statement:
Southern Oregon University is a welcoming community committed to inclusive excellence and the celebration of diversity. Without diversity our educational process is diminished. Working together in support of our commitment to diversity we strengthen and enrich our role as learners educators and members of a tightly connected global community. We encourage those who share in our commitment to diversity to join our community and we expect all our employees to demonstrate an ability and desire to create an inclusive campus community.

SOU Land Acknowledgement
We want to take this moment to acknowledge that Southern Oregon University is located within the ancestral homelands of the Shasta Takelma and Latgawa peoples who lived here since time immemorial. These Tribes were displaced during rapid Euro-American colonization the Gold Rush and armed conflict between 1851 and 1856. In the 1850s the discovery of gold and settlement brought thousands of Euro-Americans to their lands leading to warfare epidemics starvation and villages being 1853 the first of several treaties were signed confederating these Tribes and others together who would then be referred to as the Rogue River Tribe. These treaties ceded most of their homelands to the United States and in return they were guaranteed a permanent homeland reserved for them. At the end of the Rogue River Wars in 1856 these Tribes and many other Tribes from western Oregon were removed to the Siletz Reservation and the Grand Ronde Reservation. Today the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Community of Oregon () and the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians () are living descendants of the Takelma Shasta and Latgawa peoples of this area. We encourageYOUto learn about the land you reside on and to join us in advocating for the inherent sovereignty of Indigenous people.

Notice to Prospective Employees
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