Position Overview: Exploring is a work force development hands-on program open to young men and women from the 6th grade through 20 years old, who have an interest in learning more about careers including engineering, skilled trades, health care, law and more. These programs provide a combination of classroom training with hands-on experiences.
A Career Exploring Associate is responsible for support and growth of Explorer Post programs in the city of Las Vegas, Southern Nevada, and Northern Arizona by ensuring the delivery of high-quality programs to youth participants and providing support to volunteers who administer the programs. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Field Service.
Responsibilities:
- Grow and Establish Post Programs
- Aid Explorer Posts in developing growth plans specific to their needs.
- Assist with the marketing and promotion of joining opportunities.
- Work with volunteers to ensure the delivery of the highest quality program possible to participants.
- Establish new Exploring programs in underserved communities.
- Educate potential new program sponsors on the impacts of Exploring programs through personal visits and community events.
- Engage in regular communication with school guidance counselors to provide details on program availability and identify potential youth participants for programs.
Education and Experience:
- Associate degree or equivalent, from an accredited institution.
- Prefer 2 years of experience in Customer Support and Client Services Occupations.
Qualifications:
- 21 years of age or older.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Experience in workforce development and/or working with youth in career exploration a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
- Self-motivated individual with solid time management skills and strong organizational skills in management, budgeting, and planning.
- Committed to personal and professional productivity, while maintaining high ethical and professional working standards.
- Must be willing to accept and meet the Boy Scout of America’s leadership and membership standards and subscribe to the Scout Oath and Law.
- Must possess a valid Nevada State driver’s license and be insurable to drive.
- Offers for employment are subject to criminal, reference, and motor vehicle background checks.
Benefits:
The BSA is an equal opportunity employer. Other benefits include accrued sick time for part-time employees, and employee discount in the Scout Shop.
Salary or Salary Range: Compensation includes an hourly wage of $15.00 -$18.00 per hour for 25 hours a week.
HOW TO APPLY: Qualified candidates are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and references to Las Vegas Area Council Field Services Administrator Blair Forsberg @ Blair.Forsberg@scouting.org.
Please call 702 968-8126 with any questions.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour based on experience
Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week.
Schedule:
- Evenings and Weekends as needed.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Ability to Relocate:
- Las Vegas, NV 89119: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person