Professional Expert - ASP

Overview The LA Conservation Corps (“the Corps”) is a private, non-profit organization that has helped at-risk young adults develop themselves since 1986. To date, more than 20,000 young people have participated in the Corps classes and service projects, learning new skills while contributing to the quality of life for residents of the greater Los Angeles area. MISSION The primary mission of the LA Conservation Corps is to provide at-risk young adults with opportunities for success through job skills training, education and work experience with an emphasis on conservation and service projects that benefit the community. POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the Program Coordinator, the Professional Expert brings a particularly high skill level and expertise to an after-school activity. The Professional Expert is recognized in his/her field as highly qualified. Examples include professional musicians, professional artists or professional dance instructors for after-school academic enrichment (club) activities for elementary and middle school students. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Program Implementation: Implement successful Monday through Friday after school program for 100-220 students that connect academic learning and enrichment activities in creative, innovative and fun way to ensure increased academic success for participating students. Collaborate with School and Beyond the Bell Staff. Support and assist Frontline Staff with recruitment and retention of students. Work closely with school administration, faculty, and security to provide safe, secure and enriching environment for 6th through 8th grade students for three hours each afternoon. Other duties as assigned. 2. Supervision: Supervise, motivate, direct, and coordinate a team of 3-8 Program Leaders and other staff in a demanding educational environment. Maintain positive team morale, discipline; build teamwork ethic and cooperation among members. Conduct weekly team meetings with Program Leaders to ensure that sufficient support and resources are being provided to meet program goals. Ensure adherence to program policies, goals and philosophy. 3. Communication and Compliance Prepare weekly attendance logs and oral and written reports. Report daily to Program Coordinator. Participate in weekly staff meetings. QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrate supervisory and project management skills necessary to fulfill position responsibilities. Ability to work with diverse populations and motivate adults to meet program goals. Demonstrateability to work well with school-aged youth. Responsible, professional, organized and multi-task oriented. Able to independently conduct and facilitate professional and productive working environment. Ability to build rapport with all stakeholders. Ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment. Demonstrate excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written) characterized by actively listening and ensuring respectful two-way communication. Demonstrate sensitivity, understanding, and the ability to effectively interact with individuals from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, disability and ethnic backgrounds. Demonstrate strong time management skills and a high level of attention to detail. Demonstrate a high level of accountability, responsibility and dependability. Demonstrate teamwork through cooperation and collaboration with others. Demonstrate a positive attitude, self-discipline and self-awareness. Ability to accept, direct and perform responsibilities and assigned tasks as a team member in support of the overall project. Ability to structure tasks, establish priorities and set goals. Ability to effectively perform the physical requirements of the job, as well as train others in the same. Ability to work independently. Intermediate level of computer skills (Microsoft Office environment including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), software knowledge and Internet research ability. High level of interpersonal skills, integrity and the ability to keep information confidential. Uses good judgment; evaluates alternatives in the achievement of quality outcomes. Results-/Solution-oriented; flexible. Passion for the Corps and ability to articulate its mission. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE High School Diploma or GED (from an accredited institution); Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred AND A minimum of one (1) year of related experience in human resources. Minimum one year adult supervisory experience. Minimum two years college level credits (not less than 24 units - AA or BA desirable). Experience in after school programs desirable. Must possess a valid California Driver's License; a positive driving record for commercial insurability and the use of a private vehicle insured per the requirements of the State of California OTHER DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS Pass a post-offer Live Scan (fingerprint/background clearance-Department of Justice) and drug test before commencing employment. Employment in this position is contingent on continuance of funding for the program. WORK SCHEDULE Traditional Schools - 180 days of school year per contract (August 2018 – June 2019) Monday thru Friday / 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (additional hours required at some schools) Occasional Saturday Morning Professional Development Trainings WAGES, BENEFITS AND EVALUATIONS Employment Status:Contract Employee Hourly Rate Range:$17.00 – $20.00 per hour Benefits are not provided for contract employees. Performance reviews will be conducted by Program Coordinator APPLICATION PROCEDURE Apply for this position at: View email address on click.appcast.io. 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Los Angeles Conservation Corps