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Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 26-73-N
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to all applicants
TYPE OF POSITION: Civilian non-classified
YOUR APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:

• Military Division Mandatory Questions - Attach your individual responses
• Mandatory Requirements - Attach your individual responses
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) - Attach your DETAILED individual responses
• When required - Attach copies of educational diplomas, transcripts, or training certificates; or professional licenses, certifications or registrations

If not provided, your application will be considered INCOMPLETE.
Summary: This position is assigned to the Idaho Youth ChalleNGe Academy (IDYCA), functioning within the State of Idaho - Military Division. The Academy campus is located in Pierce, Idaho. The purpose of IDYCA is to intervene in and reclaim the lives of disengaged youth through education and mentoring, empowering youth to improve their academic level and employment potential and become responsible and productive citizens of Idaho and the United States. The Academy is an intensive residential academic intervention for "At Risk" 16-18 year old Idaho youth, directed and sponsored by the State of Idaho - Military Division/Idaho National Guard. It provides a unique educational opportunity within an intensive military structure and overview. Student Cadets participate in daily activities such as academic instruction, service to community, drill and ceremony, housekeeping, personal hygiene and physical fitness. Youth applicants are invited to a 2-week acclimation period to determine their desire and commitment to participate. The Acclimation Phase is followed by a two phase enterprise consisting of: 1) a 20-week Residential Phase, and; 2) a 12-month Post-Residential Phase consisting of life planning, community re-integration, and mentoring. The Academy focuses on eight core components that define all dimensions of a person's success relative to personal achievement and social contributions. The components are: Leadership/Followership, Service to Community, Job Skills, Academic Excellence, Responsible Citizenship, Life-Coping Skills, Health and Hygiene, and Physical Fitness. The Academy is staffed by uniformed Cadre, Professional Instructors, Counselors, Advocates (Case Managers), and other support staff members.
You can learn more about the Youth ChalleNGe Program at the national website https://ngchallenge.org/. To learn more about the Idaho Youth ChalleNGe Academy visit http://www.idyouthchallenge.com/.
MILITARY DIVISION MANDATORY QUESTIONS:
(1) Except for minor traffic offenses, have you ever entered a plea of guilty, no contest, or had a withheld judgment to a felony offense? If YES, please explain on a separate paper and attach it to your application.
(2) Do you certify that I am a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or a Foreign National with authorization to work in the United States?
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
(1) Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted state issued driver's license (from any state). Provide your driver's license number, issuing state, license expiration date, and the full name specified on the license. (Do not provide a copy of your driver's license.)
(2) Must submit to and pass an OPM Federal Childcare National Agency Check with Inquiries (CNACI) investigation, including a complete ten (10) finger fingerprint card or scan, upon offer of employment. Must agree to submit to periodic rechecks in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies. (At a minimum, a favorable suitability determination by the State Security Manager is required prior to appointment into this position.)
(3) Must submit to and pass a drug test upon offer of employment, and agree to submit to periodic and random drug testing at the discretion of the Program/Academy Director.
(4) Must possess and provide documentation validating the following education and experience. (Attach a copy of your high school diploma or transcript, or GED; unofficial transcripts are acceptable. If applicable for qualification, provide response addressing qualifying professional level experience.)

• High School graduation or GED; and
• 2-years of leadership, coaching or teaching experience working with "At Risk" youth, or related experience such as youth services, social services, military, education or law enforcement.

* Preferred experience includes a working knowledge of military customs and courtesies and drill and ceremony.
Two years of college may be substituted for each year of required experience.
(5) Must be able to PERFORM, DEMONSTRATE, and LEAD physical training activities such as weight training, calisthenics, and untimed runs up to 2-miles. Must submit to a Physical Abilities Test (PAT)* prior to employment, and agree to submit to periodic and recurring testing in accordance with Academy policy. The PAT will be conducted on the same day as scheduled personal interviews. Must commit to representing a positive physical fitness role model.
* Note: During the PAT, applicants must perform each of the following activities to the minimum stated standard:

• 15 sit-up repetitions within 1-minute
• Push-ups without stopping (10 for females; 15 for males)
• Emergency Rescue Drag: Drag a 145lb juvenile rescue dummy a distance of 35 feet, then crawl 20 feet on the floor
• 1.5 mile run/walk within 17:17 minutes
• Instruct and demonstrate exercises and stretches (10 repetitions each): neck, arms and shoulders, hips, knees and ankles, overhead arm pull, thigh stretch, hamstring stretch (standing and seated), groin stretch (standing and seated), calf stretch, hip and back stretch (seated), curl-ups, right angle push-ups. (Exercise descriptions are provided prior to and at the PAT.)

(6) Must commit to exceptional work attendance; dependability and flexibility are requirements of this position.
(7) Must purchase boots as part of a required uniform, if selected for employment. The boots must be black, without design. They will be rounded toe or rounded capped toe, with or without a perforated seam, and with or without safety toe. A high gloss or patent finish boot is optional.
(8) Applicant must provide a resume that includes complete mailing addresses and telephone numbers for Employment History and Higher Education (cover the past 10 years for employment, and all post-secondary education) and References (at least three people who know you fairly well). Attach your resume to your application for employment. The resume is needed for the required background screening should the applicant be chosen to fill the vacancy.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Must have 12-months of experience performing work related to the knowledge requirements below. Submit a paragraph for each knowledge requirement below that demonstrates the required experience and describes competence in applying the knowledge. Education and training may be used to offset experience.
(1) Describe your skill in team building and team management; enforcing disciplinary, safety, and security measures in a fair and consistent manner; providing effective leadership; coaching; negotiation and mediation.
(2) Describe your skill in recognizing and defusing evolving volatile situations; practices de-escalation techniques. Remains sensitive to personal issues that have significant and long-term impacts on program participants. Protects personal privacy information.
(3) Describe your skill in working with a wide variety of behaviors and personalities requiring tact, patience, tolerance, and flexibility.
(4) Describe your ability to present clear, concise information and instructions using both oral and written communication.
(5) Describe your knowledge of factors that contribute to social, economic, emotional or behavioral issues; includes knowledge of methods and tactics for dealing effectively with "At Risk" youth.
(6) Describe your ability to make sound decisions and remain calm during stressful situations.
(7) Describe your skill to identify and manage manipulative behavior that may be demonstrated by juveniles.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Monica at mgildersleeve@imd.idaho.gov
Benefits:
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.
EEO/ADA/Veteran:
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.