TCP Director

Job Posting Title TCP Director Agency 025 OKLAHOMA MILITARY DEPARTMENT Supervisory Organization Oklahoma Military Department Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank) May 23, 2023 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation $90,000 Job Description Basic Purpose Thunderbird Challenge Program (TCP) Director is the head of the National Guard Youth Challenge program in Oklahoma. Typical Functions The Thunderbird Challenge Program (TCP) Director is the head of the National Guard Youth Challenge program in Oklahoma. TCP is a 125 bed residential military academy styled program for 16-18 year old at-risk youth. Core responsibilities encompass program administration, budget, operations, management, and public relations. Operational/Managerial: Responsible for daily oversight of all operations, activities, staff and cadets; analyze organizational and operational problems and develop timely and economical solutions; ensure program continuity and efficiency is promoted and maintained; maintain and strengthen atmosphere of professionalism, control and discipline within the academy; ensure volatile situations between staff/cadets/partnership entities are avoided and conflicts are maintained at a manageable level and handled professionally; review and monitor program curriculum and classroom presentation to ensure established standards/goals/objectives are met and cadet and staff receive required training. Administration/Budget: Responsible for TCP budget planning and execution—ensure program and financial suspense’s set by State Resource Management/Youth Programs Division and National Guard Bureau/Master Youth Cooperative Agreement (NGB/MYCA) are met; ensure requirements of the MYCA and NGB are met and documented, provide direct supervision over compliance and risk management ensuring standards are met or exceeded; provide senior level supervision and mentorship for all TCP department heads (Operations, Education, Counseling, Recruiting and Program Management), health services and staff; establish annual program objectives and performance goals—assess progress toward their achievement; oversee maintenance of all administrative and audit associated files/documents. Public Relations: The TCP Director is a moderate to high profile position, most notably during adverse situations, and requires an individual who remains calm and professional under stress. Maintain and strengthen relations with educational and other outside partnership entities; establish and maintain public relations which gain support for program goals and promote continuity and cooperation between the Academy, educational partnerships, local community and select local/state/federal agencies. The Director should become actively involved in civic organizations of the local community which will continue to generate support for the program from within the local community. Desired Skills/Experience: Experience with at-risk youth and youth programs a plus, experience with National Guard Challenge program preferred; demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in working out solutions to problems or questions is vital; computer savvy to include basic software programs; possess in depth knowledge of organizational structuring, fiscal procedures, management interpreting and apply rules or policy. Four-Six years’ experience in school and/or military administration preferred. Middle to senior level leadership required; military experience at the mid-senior level within the Army or Air National Guard is preferred. Experience hiring professional employees to meet the needs of the program Level Descriptor Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a master’s degree and three years of professional supervisory, managerial, or administrative experience in public health, social work, psychology, guidance and counseling, mental retardation, juvenile justice, or a program providing services for those with developmental disabilities or to children and youth OR a bachelor’s degree and five years of qualifying experience. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies Ability to handle confidential information. Proficiency with computer software, web-based tools and computer hardware and working knowledge of curriculum development. Experience providing leadership and guidance to diverse staff members. Ability to effectively communicate with all cadets, employees, community members and higher management personnel. Special Requirements Physical Requirements Able to sit for long periods of time Able to lift a minimum of 15 pounds Able to actively participate in physical activities with staff and cadets Conditions of Employment: Contingent on a favorable background check Contingent on passing pre-employment drug & alcohol screening Contingent on a favorable pre-employment physical Must maintain a valid driver’s license CNACI security clearance Tobacco and Vape free facility Considered essential personnel FLSA exempt status Additional Job Description Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account. Go to Careers app on WD home screen>Click on 'Find Jobs-Internal State of Oklahoma'. Oklahoma State Government is the largest employer in the state of Oklahoma, employing over 35,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards and commissions. Our workplaces can be found across the state from Boise City to Idabel, Hollis to Miami, and everywhere in between. To learn more about our state agencies, visit here. Industries: Government Administration Worker Size: 10,001 Employees Headquarters: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Utilizing the Office of Veterans Placement provides eligible veterans additional services and interview opportunities for State of Oklahoma employment. Visit the webpage for additional details and information on how to apply.

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