Heart of Oregon Corps is hiring a qualified Program Assistant with motivation, professionalism, talent, and passion for empowering and inspiring positive change in the lives of young people.  If you are committed to youth success, thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, and want to be a part of a team that’s making an impact in Central Oregon – this is the role for you.

WHO WE ARE:

At Heart of Oregon Corps, local young people age 16-24 who face barriers to employment or education gain meaningful job training while making tangible contributions to their communities.  Heart of Oregon Corps trains tomorrow’s workforce today. In Heart of Oregon’s YouthBuild program, youth learn valuable construction trade skills while building affordable housing or gain valuable work experience in early child education centers and after school programs, all while working toward their high school diploma or GED, and preparing for careers or college.  Heart of Oregon YouthBuild partners with local school districts and COCC to deliver high-impact education and workforce development opportunities. Learn more at www.heartoforegon.org.

POSITION AND ORGANIZATION INFO:

We are seeking a youth centered, organized, and proactive Program Assistant to primarily support the daily operations of our YouthBuild program.  This role is essential in supporting youth (corpsmembers) as they learn, grow, and prepare for their futures.  The Program Assistant will work closely with staff and youth to ensure programs are delivered effectively, and logistics and program facilities are well-managed.

The Program Assistant supports the daily operations of the program by assisting with logistical, clerical, and program activities. Key duties include greeting corps members each day, tracking and recording attendance, following up with absent members and their families to identify and communicate barriers to participation.  They will help corpsmembers understand program expectations and assist them in preparing and submitting accurate timesheets.  The role involves a lot of hands-on tasks such as driving groups of youth in program vehicles, shopping for and stocking supplies, organizing tools and equipment, cleaning and scheduling cleaning for facilities and fleet vehicles, and snow and ice removal. The role also involves clerical tasks such as maintaining records and answering phones.

The Program Assistant also helps with program activities and member development. This includes activities such as assisting with recruitment outreach, enrollment, orientations, and youth supervision. Additional responsibilities include participating in safety and operations meetings, and supporting events, volunteers, and special projects as needed.

This position is primarily based at our Redmond and Sisters, Oregon offices. Please note that the organization is moving to its new Redmond Central Campus in June 2026, with the Sisters locations closing at that time.  The position is supervised by the Program Director and is a larger part of a larger program staff team of 12.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Our ideal candidate will bring a combination of education and experience in reception, facility maintenance, customer service, office administration, or similar roles. A High School Diploma or GED is required; post-secondary education or training is preferred but not required. Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable using standard office technology and doing hands-on tasks like cleaning, stocking, and snow removal.

Additionally, it is highly preferred the position is held by someone with fluent bilingual (Spanish) skills. A 5% wage differential for fluent Spanish bilingual skills available.

We are looking for an individual who has the ability to work in a fast-paced, often changing environment, and focuses their attention on detail, accuracy, and timely completion of tasks.  Professionalism, confidentiality, and reliability are essential in this role.  Excellent oral and written communication skills are required, including the ability to write professional emails and business correspondence.  A positive attitude, collaborative mindset, and sense of humor are all valued traits on our team.

Physical Requirements: medium work in an office setting, with facility maintenance and stocking/shopping tasks. Some walking, standing, stooping and occasionally carrying/lifting of items 50 pounds.

BENEFITS:

The starting wage range for the position is $22.00/hour firm.  A 5% wage differential for fluent Spanish bilingual skills.

This is a full-time, year-round, hourly staff position, with employee health, dental and vision benefits paid 100% by the employer.  Time off is generous, with 12 paid holidays (which includes 6 days while the offices are closed over the winter holidays), plus 80 hours paid vacation and 40 hours paid sick time/year. Vacation leave benefits increase after just one year.
HOC’s values-driven culture also includes periodic all-team trainings and retreats, and annual mission-focused community service and youth celebration events. See http://heartoforegon.org/who-we-are/careers.html for a full benefits summary.

PROCESS:

If you are interested, please submit the following to hr@heartoforegon.org.

• A Cover Letter (in an email is ok, but please include one)
• A Resume

Position open until filled.  Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, starting as early as 11/10/25.  If this ad is still up, then we’re still hiring!

Final candidates will need to complete an application, interview, additional paperwork, provide references, and complete a post-offer background check.  Valid driving license and good driving record required, drivers must complete a DMV check. We are an Equal

Opportunity Employer.

All applicants will be contacted by phone or email regarding your application results by the end of the process. We strive to respect the time and effort required to apply.

Thank you for your interest!

Heart of Oregon Corps is an equal opportunity employer; auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. As a recipient of Federal financial assistance, Heart of Oregon Corps is prohibited from discriminating on the grounds of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, and against any beneficiary of programs on the basis of the beneficiary’s citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States. This project was funded in part by a grant awarded under the YouthBuild Grant Initiative, as implemented by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment & Training Administration.