KidSpirit Special Events Details

KidSpirit Special Events

Oregon State University - Corvallis, OR

Employment Type : Full-Time

This recruitment will be used to fill multiple part-time (a maximum of 20 hours per week) Student Outreach Assistant positions for the KidSpirit Program in the Division of Extension and Engagement at Oregon State University (OSU).
KidSpirit’s goal is to provide a quality and safe environment for all campers, parents, and staff. Employees should always be prepared and willing to respond to the unexpected. KidSpirit prides itself in challenging its employees to grow as individual’s while gaining professional experience.Position Duties100% Specific duties and percentages vary depending on the student assignment but duties may include:

• Responsible for leading specialized activities for children during but not limited to: birthday parties, event childcare and ACES (Activities Create Excitement on no-School days) while promoting skill development, preparing and implementing lesson plans, providing feedback, maintaining safe learning environment, and assisting other instructors and camp counselors.
• Attending orientations, meetings, and in-service trainings.
• Completing and submitting appropriate documents as needed (incident/accident reports, monthly timesheets, lesson plans, etc.)
• Maintain equipment and supplies inventory.
• Administer first aid and activate emergency action steps if medical attention is required

For leadership positions:

• Train special event staff in administrative tasks and protocol related to events.
• Maintain special events staff and event schedule.
• Delegate and manage Kidspirit special events on and off campus.

Minimum QualificationsEmployment Eligibility Requirements (http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements)Additional Required Qualifications

• Current, valid First Aid certification by start of programming.
• Current, valid CPR Adult/Child certification by start of programming.
• Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (RRCAN) certification by start of programming.
• Introduction to Child Care Health & Safety certification by start of programming.
• This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 24 months.

Preferred (Special) Qualifications

• A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.

Working Conditions / Work ScheduleWeekly work hours are a maximum of 20 hours per week during Fall, Winter, and Spring terms and 20-40 hours per week during the summer based on student’s summer enrollment.

• Position works directly with minors.
• Duties are performed in an environment suitable for the activity/sport they are instructing such as a gym, kitchen, field, etc.
• Position may need to assist participants with emergency medication and medical monitoring (e.g. EpiPen, diabetes testing) as needed.

Posting Number P07810SE
Number of Vacancies 15
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 09/13/2021
Anticipated Appointment End Date 06/17/2022
Posting Date 09/10/2021
Full Consideration Date 03/31/2022
Closing Date 06/17/2022
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Special Instructions to ApplicantsWhen applying you will be required to attach the following electronic document: 1) A Resume
To be considered for a position, apply through KidSpirit’s Ideal-Logic application by following the steps listed on the webpage: https://kidspirit.oregonstate.edu/employment
For additional information please contact: KidSpirit at kidspirit@oregonstate.edu.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 24 months. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the Criminal History Check Requirement.
NOTE: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.