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Idaho Division of Human Resources Cadre Team Leader IDYCA in Pierce, Idaho
Cadre Team Leader IDYCA
Posting Begin Date: 2024/05/17
Posting End Date: 2024/05/30
Category: Child Support
Sub Category: Community and Social Services
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Pierce, ID, United States
Minimum Salary: 22.50
Maximum Salary: 29.25
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Description
STATE OF IDAHO
MILITARY DIVISION
Human Resource Office (HRO) State Personnel Branch
4794 General Manning Avenue, Building 442
Boise, Idaho 83705-8112
Telephone: (208) 801-4273
STATE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Registers established from this announcement may remain valid up to one year to fill vacancies within the same classification.
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 24-47-N AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to all applicants POSITION TITLE: Cadre Team Leader - IDYCA PAY GRADE: NGA-7 POSITION CONTROL NUMBER: 1136 CLASS CODE: 22729 SALARY RANGE: $22.50 to $29.25 hourly ($46,790 to $60,830 annually) -Starting Pay is typically at Step 1, $22.50/hour FLSA CODE: Covered DUTY LOCATION: Military Division, Idaho Youth ChalleNGe Academy, Pierce, ID- not remote TYPE OF POSITION: Civilian Nonclassified; Limited Service Appointment (This position is funded by a Federal/State Cooperative Agreement and private non-profit foundation funding.) COMPATIBLE MILITARY FIELD: Not ApplicableThe HRO State Personnel Branch will not forward non-qualifying or incomplete application packets for consideration – ensure to attachallrequired information as specified below. PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE ANNOUNCEMENT BEFORE APPLYING.
Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.
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YOUR APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
Military Division Mandatory Questions – Attachment of yourindividual responsesto mandatory questions for all applicants
Qualifications - Attachment of yourindividual responsesto each of theMandatory Requirementsand eachKnowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)specified in this announcement under QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS. Attach document/pdf to your application with all your responses. This isrequiredto assess you meet all requirements for consideration.If not provided, your application will be considered INCOMPLETE.
Documentation identified as a Mandatory Requirement –When required, attach copies of educational diplomas, transcripts, or training certificates; or professional licenses, certifications or registrations.
Optional:Attach a resume and/or other supplemental documentation to support your qualifications.
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
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:Applicants must attach to their application individual responses addressing each requirement separately.
Mandatory Requirements (conditions of employment)Provide the requested information, address your willingness and ability to meet the applicable condition and/or how you meet the requirement.
(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 notprovide 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 copyof 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;
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.
(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 and pass 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 the following information within the application for needed mandatory background screening if selected for appointment. Applicant must provide 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).A complete resume attached to your application is preferred.
(1) 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) 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) Skill in working with a wide variety of behaviors and personalities requiring tact, patience, tolerance, and flexibility.
(4) Ability to present clear, concise information and instructions using both oral and written communication.
(5) 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) Ability to make sound decisions and remain calm during stressful situations.
(7) Skill to identify and manage manipulative behavior that may be demonstrated by juveniles.
The primary purpose of this position is to provide leadership, direction and guidance to Student Cadets participating in the Idaho Youth ChalleNGe Academy (IDYCA). Incumbent supports the Cadre/Operations Department to achieve the IDYCA mission: “To intervene in and reclaim the lives of sixteen to eighteen year-old high school dropouts, producing program graduates with the values, life skills, education, and self-discipline necessary to succeed as productive citizens of Idaho”.
Participates in screening and interviewing applicants of the IDYCA, and assists in selecting students who have the best chance of success in meeting individual and program goals. Assists with preparing the IDYCA facilities, supplies and equipment to ensure the Cadre Team is prepared to effectively and efficiently receive and in-process each new class of Student Cadets.
Follows IDYCA policy guidance and leadership direction to assist with implementing the military structured Acclimation Phase curriculum (weeks 1 and 2) in accordance with program goals to identify those students who are prepared mentally and physically and truly committed to changing their lives. Leads and executes the Cadet Corps daily and weekly training plans and programs ensuring all academic, physical training and personal development activities are completed and documented, and program goals are met. Intervenes with Cadets as needed to encourage healthy, adaptive behavior. Establishes clear expectations and sets and enforces consequences for disruptive behavior. Conducts daily program activities to include Cadet inspections, housing and facility inspections, fire safety inspections, unit formations, reviewing and directing minor disciplinary actions involving Cadets and rating Cadet performance. Responds immediately and effectively to any Cadet conflicts and administers appropriate corrective/disciplinary intervention within authorized scope and authority. Attends Cadet disciplinary hearings and student peer court proceedings. Provides staff input addressing physical and social progress, behavior and potential. Maintains strict professional boundaries with Cadets, and interacts with them in a firm, fair and consistent manner.
Triages Cadets prior to sick call. Provides oversight of Cadet’s movement to and from all destinations while adhering to military drill and ceremony standards and ensuring the safety and welfare of Cadets around the clock. Calls cadence and marches Cadets, and participates in running and physical fitness training with Cadets. Participates in daily inspections of the Cadet living areas. Ensures plan for building maintenance and cleaning schedule is completed and the facility is cleaned on a daily basis. Notifies or makes recommendations to leadership regarding maintenance problems or other facility concerns. Assists in the collection of individual Cadet and program performance data for entry into databases and reporting systems. Advises Cadre Supervisors concerning problems/issues as they arise.
Provides input to develop and make changes to training plans, and contributes to long term strategic planning. Makes recommendations to the Cadre Supervisor concerning budget and resource problems or issues. Assures responsible and efficient use of program resources. Assists with training new IDYCA staff members. Participates in professional development activities to include workshops, meetings and classes with the goal of program quality, compliance with program requirements/standards, and integration of new ideas, methods and technologies.
Promotes a respectful workplace that complies with policies of the Adjutant General. Observes and ensures compliance with all Whistleblower Protection Program, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), security, environmental, and workplace safety practices, policies, and regulations at all times. Maintains a safe and drug/alcohol/weapons free workplace during all IDYCA activities. Assures workplace and facility security. Makes a determined effort to coordinate and communicate with other Cadre and staff members to insure an efficient and respectful work place. Acts as role model and upholds superior personal integrity. Maintains highest standards of personal and professional conduct in accordance with established guidelines.
Performs other related duties and projects as necessary or assigned.
- State 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[email protected].
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
*Benefits may not be applicable for temporary or seasonal positions.