• Job Description

  Req#: 27353

  DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS

  LINCOLN'S CHALLENGE ACADEMY

  PERSONAL SERVICE CONTRACT POSTING

  BID NOTICE #: 27353

  Agency: Department of Military Affairs
  Closing Date/Time: 05/19/2023
  Salary: $4,126-$4,518 monthly
  Job Type: Salaried Full Time
  County: Champaign
  Number of Vacancies: 2
  Plan/BU: Excluded - Federally Funded 000

  All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through SuccessFactors. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

  Posting Identification Number 27353

  ****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

  Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Department of Military Affairs must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

  No Medical or Dental Insurance

  COVID Requirements:

  All Applicants are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to be considered for employment.

  Description

  Under the general supervision of the Commandant and direction of the Cadre 4 - Shift Leaders, performs responsible personal development and skills training work for youth enrolled in the Lincoln’s Challenge Academy. Supervises the daily activities of an assigned group of cadets involving direct and continuing responsibility for their security, welfare, and development. Serves as Lead Worker over Cadre 2 – Sr Assistant Team Leader.

  Job Responsibilities

  1. Applies military principles and practices of guiding and training cadets while exercising responsibility for the daily activities of assigned cadets in an assigned team. Maintains high degree of discipline as required. Responsible for successful training of all Acclimation tasks and required Cadet Tracking System data entry.

  2. Directs teams in general housekeeping, repair and maintenance work, teaches correct use of tools and working techniques for work projects, promotes and fosters leadership, cooperation, and instructs cadets in group dynamics.

  3. Establishes and maintains good interpersonal relationships with cadets; listens to personal problems with interest and empathy, offers assistance and practical advice when possible, and advises supervisors and appropriate departments on more serious problems.

  4. Evaluates progress of assigned cadets, completes and verifies reports for accuracy, and recommends and implements disciplinary measures when required. Physically restrains cadets with aggressive behavior to restore order in accordance with policy and procedures.

  5. Provides direction of activities and on the job training of Cadre 1 - Assistant Team Leaders regarding leadership, team dynamics, and enforcement of cadet standards. Evaluates performance of Cadre Team Leaders (Assistant Team Leaders) and imposes minor disciplinary actions or counseling when required.

  6. Accountable for daily team staffing requirements. Ensures replacement for staff that has failed to report for shift, and/or assumes the shift in the event that replacement staff is unavailable.

  7. Ensures safe transport of cadets between locations, i.e., dorms, physical training areas, work sites, medical treatment, recreation, and various activities. Makes periodic fire safety checks, quiets disturbed floors, reports all incidents, resolves disturbances, and seeks prompt treatment for cadet illnesses.

  8. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  Requires knowledge of military structure and procedures.

  Requires ability to manage a team and maintain a military atmosphere conducive to development of cadets.

  Requires the ability to establish patterns of communications with cadets.

  Requires ability to analyze and evaluate the progress and development of assigned cadets and present verbal and written reports.

  Requires the ability to enforce disciplinary, safety, and security members.

  Requires the ability to use and teach the usage of simple household or hand tools.

  Requires physical strength and ability to carry out physical restraint procedures when necessary.

  Requires a valid Illinois driver's license and the ability to obtain a CDL driver’s license within six (6) months from the date of employment.

  Physical Requirements

  Requires physical strength and ability to carry out physical restraint procedures when necessary.

  Employment Conditions

  Must be willing to adhere to organizational grooming standards and present a professional appearance while wearing organizational issued, activity appropriate attire while on shift.

  Education

  For Military Applicants:

  Requires the completion of High School or GED. Associate’s Degree with course work in social science preferred. Requires four (4) years progressive military experience. Requires satisfactory completion of a four-year active military service tour or a six-year National Guard or Reserve component enlistment or tour, active membership in the National Guard or Reserve component, or Military retirement (20 years creditable service). Must have received an honorable discharge from the military service. Completion of Advanced Leadership Course (ALC) or equivalent course preferred.

  For Non-Military Applicants:

  - Requires completion of High School or GED. Requires six years direct experience working with or leading at-risk adolescents/teen agers in non-for profit, governmental or faith-based settings such as youth services, social services, education or law enforcement agencies.

  - Requires associate’s degree in a related field. Requires four years direct experience working with or leading at-risk adolescents/teen agers in non-for profit, governmental or faith-based settings such as youth services, social services, education or law enforcement agencies.

  - Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Requires two years direct experience working with or leading at-risk adolescents/teen agers in non-for profit, governmental or faith-based settings such as youth services, social services, education or law enforcement agencies.

  PRIOR CADRE 1 - ASSISTANT TEAM LEADER (ATL) EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

  Work Hours: (Can Vary based on Mission Requirements)(1/2 hr unpaid lunch)
  Work Location: 212 W Borman Dr Rantoul, IL 61866-3740
  Agency Contact:

  SHERRI WHITE-TAYLOR

  Email: swhite@lincolnschallenge.org

  Phone #:217-892-1302

  Job Function: Public Safety

  This position [DOES/DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

  APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

  Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

  If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.

  State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the work.Illinois.gov homepage in the blue ribbon.

  Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the work.Illinois.gov homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

  If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

  State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees [KS(1] and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid HERE [KS(2]

  Non-State employees: on work.Illinois.gov – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

• About the company

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