Motorcycle Safety Instructor - 2024 Pool

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: 11 days ago
Location: Oregon City, OREGON
Deadline: 31 Dec 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Department Hlth Hum Sci SW Outreach (HHS)
Position Title Motorcycle Safety Instructor
Job Title Motorcycle Safety Instructor - 2024 Pool
Appointment Type Professional Faculty
Job Location Oregon
Benefits Eligible Not benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
The Team Oregon Motorcycle Safety Program is seeking Motorcycle Safety Instructors. These are hourly, part-time (variable FTE), 12-month, professional faculty positions.
Team Oregon has 24 motorcycle safety training locations across Oregon. Team Oregon instructors deliver and teach classroom and/or on-cycle courses for motorcycle rider training students of all levels from novice to advanced police.
Motorcycle Safety Instructors are responsible for student safety and delivering effective coaching during on-cycle instructional periods. Instructors conduct site and motorcycle maintenance and repair, deliver equipment and collaterals to training sites using program vehicles and trailers, train other instructors, and conduct site compliance audits. Instructors evaluate training and initiate appropriate action. Instructors fulfill course and activity reporting and are lead workers for community outreach.
This position delivers and teaches motorcycle safety courses using approved Team Oregon curricula and following established procedures and policies. The incumbent will collaborate, promote, and deliver public information, awareness, and outreach. The incumbent will be responsible for the security of all motorcycles and equipment in facilitation of the program as well as maintaining service equipment, facilities, and collaterals.
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 county. 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
70% EDUCATIONAL DELIVERY:
* Collaborate with faculty to determine overall program goals and objectives.
* Work independently to develop and deliver educational programs.
* Provide classroom management practices as necessary to assure courses are delivered accurately and effectively, in accordance with Team Oregon guided discussion principles.
* Teach motorcycle safety training classes using Team Oregon approved curricula and methods.
* Provide coaching, counsel, and remediation to students to facilitate learning and maintain student safety.

10% PROGRAM ASSISTANCE AND COORDINATION:
* Coordinate and assist with training of new staff, volunteers, interns, or apprentices. Assign, plan and review work of lower level staff as directed by supervisor.
* Coordinate the recruitment and selection of vendors and instructors.
* Coordinate educational program with instructors and stakeholders.
* Ensure all Team Oregon policies and procedures and site security measures are followed for classroom and range facilities and equipment.
* Explain and interpret the program, policies, and procedures to new employees, students, stakeholders, and media.
* Clean and refresh painted marks on training range as needed to ensure training compliance and safety.
* Fuel and provide minor repairs and adjustments to program vehicles and equipment. Deliver equipment and collaterals to various class locations throughout the state and to repair facilities.
10% OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT:
* Collaborate with faculty to identify partners, opportunities and methods to engage the community.
* Promote and market the educational program using mixed-media in conjunction with faculty.
* Give public presentations and provide information to the news media upon request.
* Conduct educational and outreach presentations at fairs, dealers, and community events.
10% ADMINISTRATION, RECORDS, AND REPORTS:
* Compile and summarize program data and reports. Share program evaluation data with stakeholders and decision makers.
* Maintain Team Oregon active instructor status and first-aid certification. Maintain knowledge of assignments.
* Produce course roster and associated paperwork prior to each course. Record student course status, test scores and related documentation on-site and online during and at the completion of each course.
* Report site needs.
What You Will Need
* Motorcycle riding experience, routinely riding two-wheeled motorcycles.
Completion of Team Oregon Instructor Preparation Range Training within 30 days of hire. 
*Completion of Range Apprenticeship Program within 3 months of Instructor Preparation Range Training.
 First-aid certification within 60 days of hire.
* Must possess and maintain a current, valid motorcycle endorsement prior to hire date.
* 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 OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 24 months.
* This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq.
What We Would Like You to Have
* A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing motorcycle safety.
* Demonstrate ethical leadership style with a strong commitment to inclusiveness, collaboration and teamwork across all levels in program administration, instructor corps, and stakeholder community.
* A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
* Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
* Ability to lift tipped-over training motorcycles (standing bike up, not lifting off ground), 60 pound boxes containing instructional material, and gas cans weighing up to 40 pounds.
* Ability to push/pull training motorcycles weighing approximately 300 pounds.
* Ability to bend repeatedly, hold hand/arm signals, and/or signs upright, and jog (not run) when needed. Ability to stand for long periods of time (up to eight hours).
* Operation of vehicles including Team Oregon trucks, trailers and motorcycles.
* Classes are taught at various locations throughout the state of Oregon. Travel may be required in order to complete assigned courses.
* Classes are held outdoors, and are conducted rain or shine. May have exposure to rain or sun for up to eight hours at a time.
* Classes are most often taught on the weekends and in the evening.
Pay Method Hourly
Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with education, training, and experience.
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/147324

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P07591UF
Number of Vacancies Multiple
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 01/31/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 12/06/2023
Full Consideration Date 09/30/2024
Closing Date 12/31/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by September 30, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
Applications will be considered throughout 2024 as opportunities become available.
When answering the posting specific questions please be as thorough and complete as possible in the space provided.
For additional information please contact: Michael Heinen, Training Manager
Phone: 541-737-3843
Email: [email protected]
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.
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 OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the criminal history check requirement.
This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030 et seq. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the motor vehicle check requirement.

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