Minimum Requirements/Qualifications
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, as well as train others.
- Ability to work with diverse populations and motivate young people to meet program goals.
- Ability to structure tasks, establish priorities and set goals.
- Demonstrates the supervisory, project management and logistics skills necessary to fulfill position responsibilities.
- Demonstrates sensitivity, understanding and the ability to effectively interact with individuals (internal and external) from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, disability and ethnic backgrounds.
- Demonstrates the oral and written communication skills necessary to prepare concise, logical, grammatically correct documents and presentations.
- Competent level of computer skills (Microsoft Office Environment) and the ability to complete the necessary reports.
- Work schedule will vary on project needs. Work shifts may include graveyard hours for coverage of night events at different venues.
Education/Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalency from an accredited institution required; AA and/or Bachelor’s degree preferred AND at least six (6) months experience working and/or training young people of various ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds OR any combination of experience and education that would achieve the desired outcome, as determined by the Chief Executive Officer.
- Proficiency in using tools/ safety equipment appropriate for various work projects.
Other Requirements
- Attend events and meetings in the community to support the program. This can involve working Saturdays or Sundays, as needed.
- California Class C Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement, validation of driving record for commercial policy insurability per the requirements of the state of California. Note: if you do not currently possess a California Commercial Class C Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement, you will have 90 days from the effective date of acquiring the position to secure the Passenger Endorsement.
- Standard multi-media first aid certification. If you do not currently possess a standard multi-media first aid certification, you will have 90 days from the effective date of acquiring this position to secure it.
- Pass a post-offer drug/alcohol screen test before commencing employment (required to submit for the drug/alcohol screening at a company designated facility)
- Pass a post-offer Live Scan (fingerprint/background clearance-Department of Justice) before commencing employment.
- Reference checks will be conducted. Employment is contingent upon receipt of acceptable references.
Salary and Benefits
- $20.42 - $24.91 /hour (reflects the entire pay range); a starting wage higher than $20.42 per hour is based on a level of experience and education that exceeds the minimum requirements and is commensurate with the compensation scale (salary range).
- Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits with 93% employer coverage of costs for employee and 79% coverage for additional family members.
- 3 weeks of vacation accrued per year;11paidHolidays and 80 hours of sick time accrued per year.
- 401k retirement plan with match of up to 3%.
External Application Procedure
The Los Angeles Conservation Corps only employs individuals who are lawfully authorized to work in the United States.
You will be requested to complete an application at a later date if you are chosen for an interview. Based upon a review of your application and supportive information, applicants will be considered for the interview portion. The interview will cover education and experience requirements. Applicants who need reasonable accommodations to apply or interview for this position must notify Human Resources at least four (4) business days before the closing date of the position or, if applicable, at the time an interview is scheduled.
AAO/EEO Statement
It is the policy of LA Conservation Corps to seek and employ qualified workforce at all locations, job sites, and facilities, and to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees in recruiting, hiring, placement, training, compensation and benefits, promotion, transfer, and termination.
LA Conservation Corps
Equal Opportunity Employer
www.lacorps.org
