Group Life Coordinator 2

Initial Posting Date:

09/23/2026

Application Deadline:

09/30/2026

Agency:

State of Oregon Military Department

Salary Range:

$4,736 - $5,984

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Group Life Coordinator 2

Job Description:

The Oregon Military Department is a state agency that supports the Oregon National Guard. You are NOT required to be a member of the Oregon National Guard to apply for this position.

The Oregon Military Department is recruiting for a Group Life Coordinator 2 . This is a permanent full-time state position located in Bend, Oregon. Oregon Youth Challenge High School

This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees’ (AFSCME) union.

NOTE: This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

OMD is dedicated to diversity efforts that reinforce respectful treatment of others in the workplace. These efforts focus on identifying ways to work better together, reducing conflict by increasing understanding, improving collaboration, fostering teamwork, and increasing productivity and quality of services delivered by OMD.

• What’s in it for you?
• If you are a strong leader looking for a chance to make a difference, we have the opportunity for you. This is not just a job but the opportunity to begin a career where your input, time and efforts truly make a difference. Through your guidance, knowledge, and strong leadership, you will have the chance to positively influence and shape the future of Oregon's young people. This is your opportunity to be the change in someone's life. Join our amazing team and know the satisfaction of helping Oregon’s youth and make difference, one youth at a time!

• This position performs the following major duties
• Responsible for the care, control, safety and security of youth in a 24/7 facility • Supervise youth with emphasis on safety, personal growth, teamwork and the program’s eight core components. Promote positive youth development by establishing healthy professional relationships, role-modeling desired professional behaviors, maintaining an exceptional uniform appearance and ensuring a safe training environment. • Monitoring and reporting the behavior of cadets during daily activities, offsite community projects, academic instruction, meals and extracurricular activities. • Work effectively with youth who may have social, economic, emotional, or behavioral challenges. Assist youth in developing short- and long-term goals, overcoming obstacles, conflict resolution and developing life skills. • Plans, leads and participates in daily physical fitness activities which includes running and calling cadence. • Provides classroom instruction on a variety of topics related to program standards and character development.

• What You Will be Doing
• The Oregon Youth Challenge Program is an intensive alternative High School for "At Risk" 16–18-year-old Oregon dropouts. The program is funded, directed and sponsored by the State of Oregon Military Department, National Guard. It provides a unique educational opportunity for high school dropouts within an intensive military structure and overview. The students (Cadets) participate in daily academic instruction, community service, physical exercise (PT), 1+ mile run and the President's Council on Physical Fitness activities. The program is a two (2) phase enterprise consisting of a 22-week residential academic/military phase and a 12 month Post Residential phase consisting of life planning and community re-integration. The program curriculum is modeled on 8 CORE components that focuses on academic excellence, physical fitness, nutrition, community involvement, leadership and followership, health skills development and life planning. The program is staffed by professional teachers, counseling staff, residential supervision cadre and managers. The program is located in Bend, Oregon on land owned by the Federal Government on loan to the State Military Department.

This position is responsible for the care, control, safety, security, and Life Plan guidance of all the students in the program.

• Working Conditions .
• Must be able to work under the following conditions with or without reasonable accommodations Occasional lifting and physical exertion is necessary to perform assigned tasks and duties. Occasional exposure to adverse weather and environmental conditions. Required to work various shifts; days, swing, graveyard, weekends and holidays and subject to occasional overnight travel. May come in contact with irate students, parents and the general public. Required to transport students in State-owned vehicles. Must be able to personally “call military cadence”. Extensive walking, regular marching, and extensive running with students. Position requires being on your feet and standing for entire 8-hour shifts. Requires average to above average physical conditioning. Must be able to maintain physical fitness standards in accordance with program requirements and demonstrate annually. Must maintain personal appearance standards in accordance with program requirements. As Part of the daily requirements both students and staff are required to participate in a regimen of exercise and physical training. This may include participating and assisting with a confidence course developed specifically for this program to build confidence in the students. Staff must be able to lead and motivate students in achieving course standards and participating in daily formations, group exercises and group runs. Schedule changes are frequent due to limited resources, National Guardsmen drills, illness, vacation.

• What You Need to Qualify
• You must be 21 years of age.

-AND-

You must possess a high school diploma, GED certificate, or other proof of education at the same or higher level.

-AND-

Six (6) months experience observing, evaluating, developing, or understanding of human performance, relations and interactions.

***OR***

A Certificate or Associate degree from an accredited school in a behavioral science, education, criminal justice, or related degree.

***OR ***

Six (6) months of Prior military experience, law enforcement or corrections experience.

NOTE: Must be able to pass a physical fitness standard in accordance with program requirements.

Please Note: Please be sure that the work experience section of your application clearly describes your experience, skills and or education that are relevant to the above listed “What You Need to Qualify” section of the announcement.

Additional Requirements

Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

NOTE: If applying from out of state, please be prepared to provide a 3-year driving abstract from your local Department of Motor Vehicles.

Pass a fingerprint-based criminal background and abuse check.

All employees in this classification/position, shall be subject to testing for the use of prohibited drugs and must pass a preemployment drug screening test.

• Conditions of Employment
• Must possess or obtain and maintain (within 6 months of hire) and maintain a CPR/First Aid Certification.

Must obtain and maintain (within 120 days of hire) and maintain a Commercial Driver License (CDL)

Employee is required to maintain a drug/alcohol free workplace in accordance with OMD Drug/Alcohol CPM’s, Policies, and the Statewide Drug Free Workplace Policy 50-000-01

Must maintain physical fitness standards (tested annually).

Maintain military style grooming standards.

Wear a modified military uniform and safety equipment as required.

Employee is required to maintain a drug/alcohol free workplace in accordance with OMD Drug/Alcohol CPM’s, Policies, and the Statewide Drug Free Workplace Policy 50-000-01.

• Work Experience
• The work experience section of your application must include a clear description of your experience to determine if you meet the requ