Youth Commission Advisor at El Dorado County Office of Education
About the Employer
At our core, EDCOE supports the diverse educational needs of El Dorado County’s student population not only in schools but throughout the community. Our leadership provides students with progressive and engaging learning experiences, while facilitating collaboration that maximizes resources for school districts and the county alike. Our goal is to deliver educational excellence through responsible, cost-effective centralized services in order to meet regulatory and educational standards in a safe, successful, educational environment for all of our children. Students, parents, educators and the community are invited to learn more about our services, programs, opportunities and innovations offered and available to prepare students for future success.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The El Dorado County Office of Education (EDCOE) seeks a highly motivated candidate who has a passion for working with youth to inspire growth in leadership and voice among the high school students in El Dorado County. The El Dorado County Youth Commission Advisor works under the Executive Director of Charter Alternative Programs within EDCOE to provide leadership, direction, and support to the Youth Commission. The Youth Commission consists of twelve Grade 9-12 students from El Dorado County and the goal is to have equal representation on the Youth Commission from the Supervisorial Districts within El Dorado County. The youth Commissioners are appointed by the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors and apply to be part of the Commission during the spring for the following year. Youth Commissioners who are appointed are eligible to serve the Commission for as long as they are in high school. The Youth Commission works with the advisor to choose projects that support the needs of students in El Dorado County. They have been focused on mental health supports and resources and have presented their work and research to the EDCOE Board as well as the Board of Supervisors annually. The amount of commitment for the Youth Commission Advisor varies greatly during the school year with a majority of the support happening in the fall (August through October) and the spring (March-May). The Commission meets twice monthly in the evenings using in-person and remote options for the commissioners.
Requirements / Qualifications
Job Requirements - Qualifications: - Experience Required: Prior experience in working effectively with high school students. - Education: A.A. Degree or equivalent Please include the following with a complete application:
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two current letters from the last two years)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Job Requirements - Qualifications: - Experience Required: Prior experience in working effectively with high school students. - Education: A.A. Degree or equivalent Please include the following with a complete application:
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two current letters from the last two years)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
The Human Resources Department of the El Dorado County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact our Title IX Coordinator, Matt Murphy, at 530-295-2250.
For more information on Title IX, please visit EDCOE Title IX Information
El Dorado County Office of Education - Title IX Information
Comments and Other Information
The Human Resources Department of the El Dorado County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please contact our Title IX Coordinator, Matt Murphy, at 530-295-2250.
For more information on Title IX, please visit EDCOE Title IX Information
El Dorado County Office of Education - Title IX Information