Bethel School District is seeking qualified applicants for a temporary 8 hours per day Summer Crew Leader at Kalapuya High School.
Apply Here: https://bethelor.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=3465
Overview Responsibilities:
The Crew Supervisor plans, organizes, and leads construction and conservation-related work projects, including small construction projects, trail building and maintenance, stream bank and wetlands restoration, landscaping, and invasive species removal. The Supervisor must be able to work with youth of varied backgrounds, cultures, abilities and gender, creating an environment conducive to the development of work skills and personal growth. This position is responsible for weekly and final project reports, student timesheets, and final crew member evaluations.
Bethel Schools are committed to creating safe, caring, mutually respectful environments where all students are honored and valued for their diverse cultural backgrounds, strengths and abilities in every instructional practice and school activity to support academic achievement and student success.
Nature of Work
A Maintenance I may be assigned a variety of manual tasks ranging from the maintenance and repair of School District facilities, grounds, irrigation systems, walkways, parking areas, and equipment used in maintenance work, or relating to the warehousing and delivery of supplies. Positions of this class may also assist positions in higher level trades/maintenance classes on electrical, plumbing, carpentry, heating and cooling, mechanical repair, and other activities performed under the guidance of a skilled trades person.
The nature of assignments will vary depending on the season of the year and involves substantial outside work in a variety of weather conditions. Work involves the safe handling of chemicals and operation of pick-up and delivery trucks, tractor mounted equipment, lawn mowers, and other manual or power tools used in the work.
Examples of Work
These duties are illustrative only. Other duties may be assigned.
- Performs strenuous work assignments under adverse weather conditions in both indoor and outdoor settings; ability to lift up to 50lbs. and perform twisting and swinging motions
- Recruits, orients, supervises, trains, and evaluates a crew of young adults, ages 14-18.
- Instructs youth in educational and vocational activities associated with work projects, and provides feedback on performance.
- Develops and maintains a strong sense of team/teamwork for the crew.
- Attends trainings and meetings as appropriate.
- Maintains records on attendance, crew activities and completes project reports.
- Coordinates work progress and project completion schedules with other Crew Supervisor and project sponsors.
- Maintains program van including arranging for or completing regular maintenance work and cleaning.
- Maintains tool inventory and regular cleaning, sharpening and repairs of program tools.
- Builds relationships with local area businesses, organizations, government agencies to establish appropriate worksites and fee for work contracts.
- Regularly reports to multiple supervisors.
- Completes other duties as assigned.
Selection Factors
- Ability to safely operate tools and equipment as required by the position and the work.
- Ability to learn and apply safe and proper lifting techniques.
- Ability to read, understand, and apply verbal and written instructions and directions.
- Ability to perform strenuous work assignments under adverse weather conditions in both indoor and outdoor settings; ability to lift up to 50lbs. and perform twisting and swinging motions.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a current first-aid certification.
- Is Knowledgeable of and routinely employs safe working practices and has the ability teach others the safe and proper use and maintenance of hand and power tools.
- Skill in advising, conferring and cooperating with land management agencies, county, city and other municipalities.
- Ability to work effectively as a member of an integrated team.
- Ability to relate effectively with youth, parents, community, and referral sources.
- Ability to work in a stressful, unstructured environment, and maintain a positive mental attitude.
- Good communication skills.
- Has a high level of cultural sensitivity and experiences working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Professional appearance, as appropriate to the position and the work.
- Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a crew.
- Ability to relate to people in a pleasant and courteous manner.
- Physical strength and agility sufficient to lift and carry heavy objects.
- Ability to maintain an appropriate and legal level of confidentiality regarding students, staff, and other individuals.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, administrators, parents, and co-workers.
- Ability to maintain regular, predictable and prompt attendance.
Qualifications
- Education: A bachelor’s degree is preferred or a 2 year associates degree. A science background is preferred. Must have vocational/technical training in at least one of the following: landscape architecture, forestry, resource management, conservation, wetland management, environmental studies, park management, carpentry construction, or related fields.
- Experience: Supervisory experience working with diverse and at-risk youth, preferably an on-the-job training setting of general construction, trail building, conservation, or youth services corps work program. One year small group/classroom instruction experience. Alternative education setting experience is helpful.
- Driver’s License: Valid in Oregon, acceptable record, and insurability under Agency’s auto insurance. Experience driving a 15-passenger van and ability to obtain Oregon Department of Education School Activity Drivers Certificate.
Salary: $18 – $22/hour, depending on experience
Tentative employment Dates: June 21st – August 20th
Application Procedure:
Send cover letter and resume to Stefan.aumack@bethel.k12.or.us and complete district application at TalentEd Recruit and Hire.
For information regarding this position, please email Stefan Aumack, Principal at Kalapuya High School.
Bilingual candidates and candidates experienced in working with bilingual students and families will receive preferential consideration.
If you are an in-district employee and wish to be considered for this position, please indicate your interest in writing to Remie Calalang, Human Resources Director, by 4:00 p.m. on April 22, 2021.
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
Bethel School District 52 complies with provisions of the various civil rights laws, such as the Fair Employment Practices Act, Title IX regulations, and Section 504 of PL93.112 in employment and educational programs and activities.