Education Program Assistant 2

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Corvallis, OREGON
Deadline: 29 Feb 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Department KidSpirit (TEE)
Classification Title Education Program Assistant 2
Job Title Education Program Assistant 2
Appointment Type Classified Staff
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Employment Category Limited Duration
Job Summary
The Division of Extension and Engagement and the OSU KidSpirit program invite applications for one, full-time limited duration, Education Program Assistant 2 position at Oregon State University (OSU).
This is a limited duration appointment expected to last approximately 2 years from the appointment begin date.
This Educational Program Assistant (EPA2) is a team member of the Division of Extension and Engagement’s KidSpirit. OSU KidSpirit is a unit within the Division. The mission of OSU KidSpirit is to provide positive youth programming opportunities and training so that youth and student staff build skills, knowledge, and abilities that will help propel them into a future where they will thrive. OSU KidSpirit strives to be a leader in providing young people with intentional, high-quality, equitable learning experiences that promote positive interactions among adults and peers. The Director of OSU KidSpirit (Director) provides leadership for the unit. To learn more about OSU KidSpirit, please visit our website: https://kidspirit.oregonstate.edu/

Purpose of the position:
The Education Program Assistant position is crucial in enhancing KidSpirit educational programs’ effectiveness and quality by overseeing the comprehensive training, development, and evaluation of KidSpirit staff and volunteer professional development. This position will complete work across two Extension programs, KidSpirit and Outdoor School.
In fulfilling responsibilities to KidSpirit, this position will focus on educational delivery, staff training development, and program enhancement. They will collaborate with KidSpirit program leaders to identify training needs, create engaging materials, and conduct hands-on training sessions. Additionally, they will continuously assess KidSpirit staff performance, provide training for improvement, and contribute to enhancing program elements, ensuring our staff is well-prepared to deliver exceptional educational experiences to KidSpirit staff and campers. They will complete this work while staying abreast of industry best practices in youth development. In addition, the Education Program Assistant will lead KidSpirit’s Teen Leader program.
As a partner with OSU Extension Service Outdoor School, this position will collaborate with the Outdoor School High School Coordinator to create and facilitate one Outdoor School-specific workshop in the first year and two workshops in each following year. These workshops will be designed for high school volunteer leaders in working in outdoor schools, and will be aligned with Outdoor School program mission, vision, and values including Equity, Diversity, Accessibility, and Inclusion.
About the division:
The Division of Extension and Engagement (Division) is core to Oregon State University’s mission. The Division helps create real solutions and positive impact across Oregon and beyond. The Division is aligned under the leadership of the Vice Provost for Extension and Engagement. To learn more about our Division and its core units and initiatives, please visit our Division website : https://engagement.oregonstate.edu/.

The Division has built the capacity and expectation for employees to use digital communications and technologies in the modern-day workplace. This reflects our demonstrable commitment to using digital communications tools and changing technologies as a primary way to raise Oregonian’s awareness of and engagement with our organization, programs and resources. These activities will be included in the annual plan of work, impact statements and summary of accomplishments/achievements.
Commitment to inclusive excellence:
Oregon State University is committed to creating and maintaining compassionate and inclusive learning and working environments for all learners, visitors and employees. We envision collaborative community environments that enhance civility and embrace diversity. All employees are responsible for achieving this commitment. This commitment includes, but is not limited to, complying with Civil Rights and Language/Visual Access regulations. In addition, this individual will design, develop, maintain and/or carry out Extension programs to ensure that educational programs and outreach activities serve diverse populations, including those that have been historically marginalized/excluded from participation.
OSU Division of Extension and Engagement’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Unit
https://extension.oregonstate.edu/about/diversity-equity-inclusion
OSU Moving Forward Together
https://leadership.oregonstate.edu/president/moving-forward-together
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
This Education Program Assistant embeds the commitment of the university to a collaborative and inclusive community in all interactions and duties performed while fostering a welcoming and respectful workplace culture.
60% Educational Delivery and Staff Training/Mentoring
Training Development:
  • Collaborate with OSU KidSpirit and Extension Service Outdoor School program leaders and coordinators to identify paid staff and volunteer training needs and objectives.
  • Develop training materials, modules, and resources for volunteers and paid staff grounded in Positive Youth Development and Equity Diversity, Accessibility, and Inclusion (EDAI)
  • Create systems and engaging training programs covering program objectives, safety protocols, teaching techniques, and content.
  • Adapt training programs to cater to the specific needs of participants, including OSU KidSpirit staff and volunteers and Extension Service Outdoor School high school volunteers.


Training Delivery:
  • Plan and facilitate OSU KidSpirit in-person and/or virtual training sessions for new and existing staff each term.
    • Facilitate interactive and hands-on training activities.
    • Ensure all staff members are well-versed in program rules, safety guidelines, and educational content.
    • Provide ongoing training and support for multiple OSU KidSpirit programs.
    • Lead the KidSpirit Teen Leaders in Training program.
  • Collaborate with Outdoor School High School Coordinator to plan and facilitate the agreed-upon number of in-person training sessions for outdoor school student leaders.

Evaluation and Assessment:
  • Develop assessment tools and performance criteria to evaluate KidSpirit staff and volunteer competence.
    • Assess regularly staff performance through observations and feedback sessions.
    • Identify areas for improvement and provide constructive guidance and coaching.
    • Compile evaluation data to improve training programs and staff performance.
  • Collaborate with Outdoor School High School Coordinator to evaluate and assess program outcomes and success of training sessions and workshops.

Program Enhancement:
  • Collaborate with KidSpirit program leaders and Outdoor School Coordinator to identify program strengths and opportunities for improvement or change.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of new program training elements.
  • Stay updated on best practices in positive youth development, youth programming, outdoor education, and leadership.

Personal Professional Development:
  • Seek out and attend professional development opportunities with director’s permission, including Equity Diversity Accessibility, Inclusion, positive youth development, industry standards, and practices, or other relevant topics

Provide lead work for undergraduate student employees, student interns, and volunteers.
20% Leadership in Positive Youth Development Workshop/Institutes
  • Lead and oversee the development of the OSU KidSpirit Teen Leadership Camp curriculum and program.
  • Organize and execute two annual Extension Service Leadership Institutes tailored to Extension Service Outdoor School high school volunteers’ development and leadership skills.

10% Public Relations and Marketing
  • Collaborate with KidSpirit and Outdoor School marketing teams to craft compelling hiring materials and effectively communicate the positive impact of our staff. Includes but is not limited to collaborating on developing marketing materials and strategies that showcase the value of our programs and the contributions of our staff.
  • Engage in promoting our educational initiatives and camp program experiences, working to enhance OSU KidSpirit’s visibility and reputation.
  • Follow OSU and division brand guidelines, digital publishing standards, and digital contact management data integrity practices for programmatic communications, marketing, and engagement.
  • Attend training opportunities to build basic knowledge and consistent skills to use digital communications, marketing, and engagement technologies relevant to position duties.

10% Records and Reports
  • Collaborate closely with leadership to align OSU KidSpirit’s Standard Operating Procedures with current standards set by OSU’s risk management, the Office of Youth Safety and Compliance, and industry best practices. Make recommendations for procedural improvements and contribute to OSU KidSpirit’s strategic planning efforts, ensuring that our organization remains at the forefront of safety, compliance, and industry excellence.
  • Collaborate with Outdoor School staff to coordinate relevant data sharing, and to maintain updated participant information, and records.
What We Require

Associate’s Degree and three years of work experience (paid or volunteer) supporting community programs that serve children, youth or adults OR Bachelor’s Degree and one year of work experience (paid or volunteer) one year of which must be working in youth development programs, adult education, teaching, program delivery or related functions OR Five years experience in a field related to the duties of the position AND a high school diploma or equivalent. AND Demonstrated oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated skill to work with diverse audiences. Demonstrated skill to use computers for word processing, data management, and communications.
What You Will Need
  • A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
  • General knowledge and ability to use computers, including proficiency with information technology, professional office software and collaborative work platforms.
  • Demonstrated direct interaction with participants and guardians in a youth or adult recreation and/or educational setting.
  • Proficient with digital online communication tools (Teams, slack) and project management tools.
  • Must complete the Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (RRCAN) certification within 30 days of hire.
  • Must complete the Introduction to Child-care Health & Safety certification within 30 days of hire.
  • Must have a current valid First Aid certification or complete the certification within 30 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.
  • Must have a current valid CPR Adult/Child certification or complete the certification within 30 days of hire and maintain throughout employment.
  • Good communication and people skills with youth, guardians, volunteers, and student employees.
  • Effective time management and planning skills.
  • Ability to learn and adapt to using multiple forms of digital communication systems, including websites, email newsletters, social media, and other tools in a changing technological environment.


This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
What We Would Like You to Have
  • Bachelor’s degree in Education (K-12 or physical education), Outdoor Education, or a related field.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience developing and delivering training programs, preferably in an educational or outdoor education setting.
  • Strong knowledge of outdoor education principles and practices.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse team.
  • Ability incorporating use of web, social media, newsletter or other digital technologies in program development or outreach activities to achieve goals.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
This position may be required to care for sick or injured program participants and assist participants with emergency medication and medical monitoring (e.g., EpiPen, diabetes testing) as needed.
Pay Method Hourly
Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Min Salary $18.92
Max Salary $28.59
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/148822

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P04597CT
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 01/29/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 01/17/2024
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 02/29/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
The closing date has been extended in order to expand the original applicant pool.
Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.
Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).
PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.
Research shows that BIPOC people, trans and non-binary people, and women are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe that they meet every qualification listed in a job description. Your skills, experience, and education can come from personal interests, self-directed learning, community roles, and life experiences. We strongly encourage you to apply if interested in the position and If you have questions about the qualifications, please feel free to contact [email protected].
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range
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For additional information please contact:
Karen Swanger
[email protected]
541-737-5437
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [email protected] .

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