POSITION SUMMARY
Pooled Recruitment: By applying to this pool, applicants are not applying for a specific position. By applying, qualified applicants will be considered for Temporary Summer Camp appointments that may become available at Southern Oregon University on an as-needed, part-time, and limited-duration basis. The appointment varies in salary, and length, and provides varying levels of supervisory status or program support.
Applications will be kept on file and qualified applicants contacted by the respective hiring manager for an interview. Applicants may withdraw their application from the pool at any time. This pool may be refreshed annually and interested applicants must reapply for continued consideration.
For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at hrs@sou.edu or call 541-552-8553.
DATE APPLICATION MUST BE RECEIVED FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION BY: March 20, 2026
ANTICIPATED APPOINTMENT BEGIN DATE: May 15, 2026
CLOSING DATE OR IF BLANK, OPEN UNTIL FILLED
JOB FAMILY GROUP: Administrative and Professional
DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Outreach and Engagement
COMPENSATION RANGE (VARIABLES BY POSITION): $15.50 - $40.00 per hour depending upon assignment
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
APPOINTMENT BASIS: Temporary/Short-Term
TIME TYPE: Part-time
BENEFITS ELIGIBLE: No
RENEWABLE/NON-RENEWABLE/GRANTS/LIMITED DURATION: Non-renewable/Limited Duration
These are short-term (one to two week) assignments during the summer.
This position must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver License: A license may be required depending upon the assignment.
This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes
LEAD WORK/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Potentially, depending upon the assignment
WORK LOCATION TYPE: On-campus
WORKER STATUS: Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT
Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents:
(1) a letter providing some detail of the applicants qualifications and interest in the position; and (2) current resume/CV.
For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at hrs@sou.edu or by phone at (541)552-8553.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Black Youth Summer Camp. Positions will vary. Position summaries are as follows:
BLACK YOUTH ELDER
The role of Elder is that of support for Black students as they explore their relationships with one another, and develop into a community at camp. Youth during Black Youth Summer Institute are challenged to think about who they are now, and what they dream for their futures. Elders support the growth and development of all youth regardless of where they are in their personal journey. Elders also provide support for staff members who are supervising students, and organizing classes, workshops, and other events during the week of camp.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Personal experience working with Black youth and communities. Experience working with middle and high school students.
STRONG COMMUNICATION SKILLS, FLEXIBILITY, AND ABILITY TO PROBLEM-SOLVE QUICKLY AND EFFICIENTLY.
ABILITY TO SUPPORT NEEDS OF STUDENT PARTICIPANTS.
ABLE TO MAKE FULL-TIME COMMITMENT DURING BLACK YOUTH SUMMER INSTITUTE.
DUTIES
(80%) Duties Include:
Support the work of the Director and HRs. Act as a mentor to students. Provide support during workshops. Stop by classes to observe students and staff in classroom settings. Present and support the work of opening and closing sessions of camp. Support established ground rules for camp.
(20%) Duties Include:
Working with Black Youth camp staff to support program logistics when possible. Attend staff training, and have an awareness of protocols for emergency situations.
BLACK YOUTH SUMMER INSTITUTE HEAD RESIDENT
Head resident must be enthusiastic, enjoy working with youth, have leadership abilities and a strong sense of how to work as a team member. This position requires time management and organization skills, and the ability to prioritize and problem-solve in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment. The Head Resident must model responsible behavior including punctuality, appropriate attire, focus on the task at hand, and conflict mediation. People skills, ability to oversee college students and a strong work ethic are core components of this position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working with Black youth, and middle and high school students. Experience leading teams using effective communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities and coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time sensitiveness deadline.
Ability to proactively assess camp operations and anticipate potential needs.
HEAD RESIDENTS SHOULD HAVE COMPLETED AT LEAST TWO YEARS OF COLLEGE AND SHOULD BE CURRENTLY PURSUING OR HAVE ATTAINED A COLLEGE DEGREE
PREFERRED
Basic First Aid training
CPR training
Head residents must have at least one year of previous experience as a Black Youth Senior Counselor.
DUTIES
(80%) Duties Include:
Coordinate and equitably divide Head Resident duties between both Head Residents. Supervise Senior Counseling staff and act as a role model and mentor. Manage health and wellness initiatives including the dispensing of mediation, and tracking of emergencies and health incidents at camp.
(20%) Duties Include:
Attend required staff meetings and training sessions. May be asked to lead some of the staff training sessions. Keep constant awareness of the flow of camp activities, and proactively support where needed.
BLACK YOUTH SUMMER INSTITUTE SENIOR COUNSELORS
Senior Counselors must be enthusiastic, high-energy, responsible, mature, and emotionally stable individuals who enjoy working with youth. Candidates should have leadership abilities and a strong sense of how to work as a team member. The Senior Counselor should be an outstanding role model for participants.
COUNSELORS MUST MODEL RESPONSIBLE BEHAVIOR INCLUDING PUNCTUALITY, APPROPRIATE ATTIRE AND GOOD PERSONAL HYGIENE, POSITIVE ATTITUDE, COMPASSION, WISE DECISION-MAKING, AND INTELLECTUAL CURIOUSITY.
SENIOR COUNSELORS SHOULD ESTABLISH GOOD RELATIONSHIPS WITH STUDENTS BY INITIATING CONVERSATIONS AND ACTIVITIES, CONDUCTING LIVING GROUP MEETINGS, AND ENSURING THAT ALL STUDENTS FEEL INCLUDED AND WELCOMED.
Each Senior Counselor will be assigned to supervise 8-10 students during those times when students are not involved in classes. The time commitment for the job is considerable. Students will range in age from 11-18 years; depending on the student there may be a need for high level supervision. Senior Counselors are an integral part of the supervision required.
COUNSELORS MUST HAVE THE SELF-DISCIPLINE TO MANAGE SUFFICIENT REST NEEDED FOR MAINTAINING A HIGH LEVEL OF ENTHUSIASM AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY DURING A RIGOROUS DAILY/WEK SCHEDULE.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Personal experience working with Black youth.
EXCELLENT ORGANIZATIONAL AND TIME MANAGEMENT SKILLS WITH THE ABILITY TO WORK WITHIN AN EVER-CHANGING WORK ENVIRONMENT.
EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION SKILLS AND THE ABILITY TO EFFECTIVELY COMMUNICATE INFORMATION IN A CLEAR AND UNDERSTANDABLE MANNER.
ABILITY TO ALWAYS PUT A POSITIVE FACE FORWARD NO MATTER THE CIRCUMSTANCES, AND ABILITY TO FUNCTION IN A CALM, EFFICIENT, AND SUPPORTIVE MANNER ESPECIALLY IN CRISIS SITUATIONS.
SENIOR COUNSELORS MUST BE AT LEAST 18 YEARS OLD.
COUNSELORS MUST BE ENROLLED IN A COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY AND HAVE COMPLETED THEIR FRESHMAN YEAR
PREFERRED
Basic First Aid training
CPR training
Life Guard training
DUTIES
(80%) Duties Include:
Be directly responsible for 8-12 students assigned to your supervision. Lead group activities with your group, and be available for counseling, problem-solving, etc. Assist students with minor first aid, and be familiar with and provide support of regular medication needs as outlined by parents/guardians.
(20%) Duties Include:
Attend required staff meetings and training sessions. Keep constant awareness of the flow of camp activities, and proactively support where needed. Alert Head Residents to issues as they arise.
BLACK YOUTH SUMMER INSTITUTE INSTRUCTOR
Instructors will develop and implement an engaging and enriching class curriculum for a class of students of a specified age for four consecutive days in one week. These classes are designed to be educational and enjoyable, to engage students in critical thinking, and to inspire students to envision themselves as future college students.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience teaching Black youth or working with Black communities.
1+ years of experience with the subject matter
In the last year of Undergraduate OR 20+ years old
Ability to create age-appropriate engaging curriculum for 4 days for no more than 90 minutes of class time
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
A college graduate
1+ years of teaching professionally in a classroom setting
DUTIES
(80%) Duties Include:
Create age-appropriate curriculum that fits within the class time limitations, and encourages critical thinking and Project Based Learning. Arrive 15 minutes before the beginning of class and remain until all students are safely en route to their next activity, or are under the supervision of the on-site coordinator. Provide