Batteries Advisor

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

The City of Las Vegas Youth Development & Social Initiatives Department, Batteries Included Unit, is seeking qualified Adult Advisors for Batteries Included programs to work with middle and high school-aged youth.

The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list for future openings.

Supervision Received

Receives general supervision from higher-level supervisory or management staff.

SELECTION PROCESS
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Final candidate selection may include a hiring interview (if applicable). Any individual offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, complete a background check, and may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform the requirements of the job. Some positions may require preliminary background checks.

NOTE: Eligible applicants will be contacted via phone or e-mail only if moving forward to the interview process. If you are not contacted, your application will remain active for four (4) months.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform routine, mid-level work with minimal supervision; assist full-time or part-time staff or designees; support program participants with college preparation, job readiness, and leadership development.
• Maintain records on all participants, site budget, chaperone trips, and events.
• Recruit new members, attend meetings with participants or staff, and perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Two years of experience working with teens or adults in career development, leadership, life skills, and/or education.
• Course-level work in education or community outreach, or a related field, may substitute for experience.
• Experience in career development is desirable.
• Preferably employed in a CCSD High School associated with Batteries Included.
• Possess a valid Driver's License at the time of application and maintain it thereafter.

COMPETENCIES:

• Core Workforce Competencies
• Professionalism – Demonstrates core values by being honest, respectful, and positive.
• Effective Communication – Expresses verbal and written thoughts clearly and understandably.
• Customer Focus – Demonstrates genuine concern and satisfies internal and external customers based on core purpose and values.
• Adaptability – Effectively modifies behavior to meet changing demands.
• Problem Solving – Considers all causes, solutions, and outcomes to solve problems.
• Productive Partnerships – Develops and maintains strong partnerships.
• Technical and Safety Expertise – Possesses knowledge, skills, and abilities in technical areas relevant to the job.