Logistics Program Manager Jobs in Medford, OR (NOW HIRING)

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.

Position summaries are as follows:

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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

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.

• 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.

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

• 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.

• 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.

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.

• 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.

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

• 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.

• 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.

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.

• 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

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

• 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.

• 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:

• (With the exception of the Elder position) All other positions must be able to move/transport up to 30 pounds, and sit or stand for an hour at a time.
• Climb stairs as needed.
• Able to pull a wagon full of classroom or workshop supplies.

Special Conditions (all positions):

• These positions are designated as a critical,