Cadre Instructor - ( 23141338 )

Work in a profession that will help you hone your leadership skills while serving as a role-model to Montana's youth!

We are filling various full and part-time positions.

The cadre department is a team of instructors who work directly with our youth participants, whom we call cadets. The team has a strong focus on creating a structured environment and emulating the program's quasi-military standards. Cadre foster ambition and confidence among the cadets by providing purpose, direction, and motivation.

Montana Youth Challenge Academy is a residential academic intervention program on the campus of The University of Montana Western for 16-18 year old students who are behind in credits or otherwise not on track to graduate high school.

The cadre also support the cadets with developing qualities like:

• time management and prioritization skills
• accountability/self-reflection in respects to achieving goals
• working independently and in groups
• conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• identifying and processing difficult emotions
• recognizing choices that contribute to a healthy lifestyle

Ultimately, cadre work alongside other departments to maintain a safe and welcoming learning environment.

In addition to state benefits, annual salary ranges from $41,057 to $45,801 and starting July 1st will be changed to $44,180 to $48,900 DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE.

This position is posted as "ongoing until filled" candidates will be screened every Friday starting May 12th.

It is preferred that applicants have a combination of previous experience working with youth and two years of professional experience; however, qualified applicants may have ANY of the following:

1) two years post-secondary education.

2) two years of experience working with youth.

3) two years of military experience.

4) a combination of the above options that equals at least two years of experience.

Conditions of employment:

• Be a citizen of the United States of America.
• Be able to pass background and driving records checks.
• Be of good moral character as determined by reference and background checks.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test. Possess or be able to obtain a valid MT driver's license. Have a good driving record.

To apply: submit your on-line application and attach your cover letter and resume, be sure to mark it as "relevant”.

Position is posted until filled.

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $ 41,057.00 - 45,801.00 Yearly Telework Eligibility : Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings : 6 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time

Shift : Rotating Travel : Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location : Dillon Agency : Department of Military Affairs Union : Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date : May 3, 2023, 5:17:05 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Ongoing

Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name : Mandi Edlin | Contact Email : mandi.edlin@mt.gov | Contact Phone : (406)324-3334