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Description Intergovernmental agreement between Boulder County and the COB for Youth Corps cervices that
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1/1/14-12/31/14.-COB agrees to pay $25,100 to Boulder County by 6/1/14.
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CITY OF BOULDER
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
BOULDER COUNTY
CENTRAL RECORDS
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2014
YOUTH CORPS PROGRAM SERVICES
THIS AGREEMENT FOR YOUTH CORPS PROGRAM SERVICES (hereinafter referred to
as "Agreement" ) is executed between the COUNTY OF BOULDER, State Of
Colorado, A Body Corporate and Politic, Acting Through and by its Board
of County Commissioners, P . 0 . Box 471, Boulder, Colorado, 80302 ,
hereinafter referred to as the "County" and the CITY OF BOULDER, a
Colorado Home Rule City, 1777 Broadway Street, Boulder, Colorado, 80302 ,
office telephone 303-441-3090 and fax number 303-441-4478, hereinafter
referred to as the "City" ; and jointly hereinafter referred to as the
"Parties" .
WHEREAS, the County ptovides a summer youth employment program
specifically known as the "Boulder County Youth Corps " , more fully
described in Exhibit "A" Scope of Services, (please refer to attached
Exhibit "A" ) ; and
WHEREAS, the County program will provide valuable services to the
community which are deemed to be essential for the immediate
protection and preservation of the public health, safety, convenience
and general welfare of the citizens of Boulder County; and
WHEREAS, the City has agreed to participate in and financially
support the summer youth employment program, and is authorized to
execute this Agreement by law, including Colorado Constitution Article
XIV, Section 18 and C.R_S . 29-1-201 et seq.
NOW, THEREFORE, in order to jointly provide support for the
County' s Youth Corps program for the benefit of the City and its
inhabitants , the parties hereto agree as follows :
1 . Term: The Agreement shall begin on January 1, 2014 and
continue through December 31, 2014 .
2 . Integrated Agreement and Amendments : This Agreement is an
integration of the entire understanding between the parties with respect
to the matters set forth herein. This Agreement cannot be altered or
amended except in writing, signed by duly authorized representatives of
the parties . This Agreement incorporates herein by reference of the
attachments specified as Exhibit "A" Scope of Services , Exhibit "B"
Annual Financial Report and Exhibit "C" the 2014 Boulder County Youth
Corps Sponsor Handbook.
3 . Services : The County agrees to provide the services listed
in Exhibit "A" to the contract . In addition to the services, the
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County agrees to:
a . Be available for consultation as needed; and
b. Provide the City with all necessary information; and
C. Facilitate the provision of support services that become
necessary.
4 . Payment : The City agrees to pay the County the sum of
$25 , 100 . 00 (TWENTY FIVE THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS AND 00/100THS;
REVENUE ACCOUNT: 001 . 2795000 . 53540) on or before June 1 , 2014 . The
County will submit, in writing, an invoice for services.
S . Reporting Requirements : The County further agrees to submit a
year-end report to the City' s Parks Coordinator of Volunteer Services .
The annual report will contain complete and accurate statements of
services rendered, according to the format of Exhibit "B" (please refer
to attached Exhibit "B") to this Agreement, signed by the County' s
signatory, or its authorized agent, and submitted no later than February
1, 2015 . Besides any other remedies, the City may decline to consider
further Agreements if the County does not submit its annual report on
time.
6 . Audit: The City reserves the right to conduct an audit of all
records related to this Agreement should the City have concerns about
the County' s performance of the services listed in Exhibit "A" .
7 . Independent Contractor: The County and any persons employed
or engaged by the County to perform services under this Agreement shall
perform all services under this Agreement as an independent contractor
and not as an agent or employee of the City. It is mutually agreed and
understood that nothing contained in this Agreement is intended or shall
be construed as in any way establishing the relationship of copartners
or joint ventures between the parties hereto or as construing the
County, including its agents , employees, and any persons engaged by the
County to perform services under this Agreement as an agent or employee
of the City. The County shall remain an independent and separate entity.
The County shall not be supervised by any employee or official of the
City nor will the County exercise supervision over any employee or
official of the City. The County shall not represent that the County is
an employee or agent of the City in any capacity. The County, its
officers , employees or any other persons engaged by it under this
Agreement, are not entitled to Workers' Compensation benefits except as
may be provided by the County or some entity other than the City. The
County is obligated to pay federal and state income tax on money earned
pursuant to this Agreement, if applicable.
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8 . Personnel : County agrees to provide competent personnel to
supervise the delivery of the scheduled services to achieve and maintain
a highly professional and competent level of services .
9 . Insurance: The City and County are "public entities" within
the meaning of the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act, C.R.S. 24-10-101,
et seq. , as amended ("Act") . The City and County shall at all times
Turing the term of this Agreement maintain such liability insurance, by
commercial policy or self-insurance, as is necessary to meet its
liabilities under the Act . Upon request by either party, the other
party shall show proof of such insurance.
10 . Liability: Each party assumes responsibility for its
negligent actions and omissions, and those of its officers, agents and
employees in the performance or failure to perform under this agreement.
By agreeing to this provision, neither the City nor the County waives
or intends to waive, as to any person, the limitations on liability
which are provided to the City and the County under the Colorado
Governmental Immunity Act, Section 24-10-101, et seq.
11 . Termination: This Agreement shall be subject to termination
by either party in the event of the failure of the other party to
perform any of the terms herein set forth. In such event, written
notice shall be given to the other and if the conditions of
noncompliance specified in such notice is not corrected within ten (10)
days of receipt, of the date of such notice, this Agreement shall be
terminated and of no further effect at the option of the party not in
default of the terms herein contained. Notices shall be mailed to the
designated parties as specified in paragraph 18 .
12 . Provisions Construed as to Fair Meaning: The provisions of
this Agreement shall be construed as to their fair meaning, and not for
or against any party based upon any attributes to such party of the
source of the language in question.
13 . Headings for Convenience: All headings, captions and titles
are for convenience and reference only and of no meaning in the
interpretation or effect of this Agreement .
14 . Compliance with Ordinances and Regulations: The County shall
perform all obligations under this Agreement in strict compliance with
all federal, state, city and City laws, rules, statutes, charter
provisions, ordinances, and regulations applicable to the performance of
the County' s services under this Agreement and specifically, shall
comply with all applicable child labor laws and shall not discriminate
against any person on the basis of sex, race, creed, national origin,
disability, or otherwise as prohibited by law.
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15 . No Implied Representations : No representations, agreements,
covenants, warranties, or certifications, express or implied, shall
exist as between the parties, except as specifically set forth in this
Agreement .
16 . No Third Party Beneficiaries : The enforcement of the terms
and conditions of this Agreement and all rights of action relating to
such enforcement shall be strictly reserved to the County and the City,
and nothing contained in this Agreement shall give or allow any claim or
right of action whatsoever by any other or third person. It is the
express intent of the parties to this Agreement that any person
receiving services or benefits under this Agreement shall be deemed an
incidental beneficiary only.
17 . Financial Obligations of City: All financial obligations of
the City under this Agreement are contingent upon appropriation,
budgeting, and availability of specific funds to discharge - such
obligations . Nothing in this Agreement shall be deemed a pledge of the
City' s credit, the creation of any multiple, fiscal-year obligation, or
a payment guarantee by the City to the County. In the event appropriated
funds are not available, both parties shall be relieved of their
obligations hereunder .
18 . Notices : For purposes of the notices required to be provided
under paragraphs 4, 5, and 11, all such notices shall be in writing, and
shall be either sent by Certified U.S . Mail - Return Receipt Requested,
Electronic Mail (Email) or hand-delivered to the following
representatives of the parties at the following addresses :
For the County: Parks and Open Space Department
Attention: Renee Edick
5201 St. Vrain Road
Longmont, CO 80503
redick®bouldercounty.org
For the City: City of Boulder
Parks and Recreation Department
Attention: Mary Malley
3198 N. Broadway
Boulder, CO 80304
Malleym@bouldercolorado.gov
19 . Waiver: No waiver of any breach or default under this
Agreement shall be a waiver of any other or subsequent breach or
default .
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20 . Severability: Invalidation of any specific provisions of this
Agreement shall not affect the validity of any other provision of this
Agreement .
21 . Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed and construed
in accordance with the laws of the State of Colorado.
22 . Execution by Counterparts; Electronic Signatures : This
Agreement may be executed in two or more counterparts, each of which
shall be deemed an original, but all of which shall constitute one and
the same instrument . The Parties approve the use of electronic
signatures for execution of this Agreement. Only the following two forms
of electronic signatures shall be permitted to bind the Parties to this
Agreement : (1) Electronic or facsimile delivery of a fully executed copy
of a signature page; (2) The image of the signature of an authorized
signer inserted onto PDF format documents . All use of electronic
signatures shall be governed by the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act,
CRS H 24-71 .3-101 to -121.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Board of County Commissioners, acting for and on
behalf of the County of Boulder, have executed this Agreement and have
caused the same to be attested by the Clerk of the Board of County
Commissioners, County of Boulder, State of Colorado, and the City of
Boulder has executed this Agreement, all on the day and year set forth
below. P
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY OF BOULDER
STATE OF COLORADO
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EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Program Service Goals and Objectives for partnership with 2014
Boulder County Youth Corps and City of Boulder Parks and
Recreation:
I. Overview:
Boulder County Youth Corps (BCYC) is a program of Boulder County
government offering paid work to resident youth of Boulder County
with goals of providing opportunities related to job skill
development, teamwork experience, environmental education, civic
responsibility and meaningful work. A departmental team within
Boulder Parks and Recreation (BP&R) will act as a Sponsor for the
County to develop work projects which will encompass numerous
opportunities to engage and educate working youth concerning city
public lands management, environmental stewardship, health and
wellness, and sustainable maintenance practices . The Youth Corps
team will be screened and hired by Boulder County and transported
by the BCYC Team Leaders working for the County to locations
designated by BP&R staff . The BCYC Team members will work with the
BP&R on-site staff for 8 weeks starting June 17 and ending August
5, 2014 with Team Leaders working on June 11, 2014 for their
orientation, overview and training at BP&R work site locations.
II. Boulder County to provide:
One (1) Youth Corps Group with the team consisting of ten (10)
individuals ages 14-17, and one (1) assistant team leader at least
18 years old and one (1) team leader at least 21 years old for a
total of 12 members employed by Boulder County. As outlined in the
attached Exhibit "C" , 2014 Boulder County Youth Corps Sponsor
Handbook, Boulder County will also provide:
a. Insurance for all Youth Corps employees (pg. 27)
b. Basic Safety Training for the Youth Corps member and
CPR/First Aid for Crew Leaders
c. Team Building of one hour per week with the County' s
Environmental Education Coordinator (Work Week Schedule pg.
10)
d. Environmental Education of one hour per week with the
County' s Environmental Education Coordinator (Work Week
Schedule pg. 10)
e. Basic Tools for the BCYC to use at each site
f. Supervision of Youth Corps staff, including hiring, work
evaluation, Code of Conduct review and enforcement,
discipline, and discharge
g. Uniforms consisting of Boulder County Youth Corps t-shirts
III. City of Boulder Parks and Recreation will provide:
a. Work Projects that will focus on, but are not limited
to:
1 . Trail development and maintenance
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2 . Integrated Pest Management Policy implementation
(weed mitigation projects)
3 . Water Conservation and Natural Resource Management
(natural lands management/irrigation projects)
4 . Wildlife focused projects
5 . Forestry and horticulture projects including shrub
and small tree planting
6 . Community outreach including visitor counts,
intercept surveys, and information ambassadors .
b. Assign tasks through the Project information sheets
detailing work of projects (as per example in the
Sponsor Handbook pg. 16-17)
C. Specific directions, graphics, maps or handouts of
project tasks
d. Purchasing and distributing materials needed for the
project
e . Education and training specific to each project
f . Safe working conditions related to each project and
project location
g. City of Boulder Parks and Recreation Department hats
IV. Communication and implementation of work Goals:
Boulder Parks and Recreation (BP&R) will provide Boulder County
Youth Corps (BCYC) Program Manager with "Project Information
Sheets" (sample included in the Sponsor Handbook, pg. 16-17) , for
review. These information sheets will provide:
a. Project Name(s)
b. Description of the project (s)
C . Project location
d. BP&R contact and contact phone numbers
e . Supervision details
f . Project goals
g. Potential hazards
h. Materials that BCYC will be working with
i . Tools BCYC should provide
j . Specialty tools BP&R will provide
k. Tool storage information
1 . Technical skills required to do project
M. Water and restroom facilities
n. Additional notes about the project
BP&R will use these project information sheets to plan and
assign tasks that will give direction to the BCYC Team Leaders .
BP&R will also provide feedback to the Team Leaders on work
quality and if there are any problems related to quality of work
that cannot be fixed in the field, BP&R will contact the
Program Manager or Field Coordinator to resolve these problems .
(pg.13) BP&R will also abide by the Federal Youth Labor Laws
Policies as provided in the Sponsor Handbook. (pg. 15)
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2014 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT
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2014 SPONSOR HANDBOOK
Thank you for your partnership with the Boulder County Youth Corps! We are looking forward
to another excellent summer of providing meaningful and useful work throughout Boulder
County. We hope this Sponsor Handbook proves helpful for you and clarifies some of your
questions.
Corpsmembers provided an essential workforce as well as added a fun dynamic to a project that
wasn't the most intriguing but needed to be done. We were able to have fun completing the
project that would have otherwise been monotonous.
-2013 Sponsor
OUR MISSION & VISION
The Youth Corps provides opportunities for Boulder County youth to develop a sense of
community involvement through personal accomplishment, teamwork and service to the County.
The Youth Corps delivers the most ambitious and highest quality entry-level work experience
available to Boulder County youth. We provide an experience of excellence by recruiting and
training a staff committed to accomplishment through hard work, respect for people and the
environment, and belief in an ideal that work can be fun. We ensure the betterment of our
community by providing workopportunities for youth that contribute to the legacy of Boulder
County while providing a proving ground for young leaders that challenges them to inspire the
youth entrusted to their guidance.
Judy Wolfe, Program Manager
Boulder County Youth Corps
5201 St. Vrain Rd.
Longmont, CO 80503
Telephone: 303-678-6104
Fax: 303-678-6180
Email: JWolfe@BoulderCounty.org
Website: www.BoulderCounty.org/YouthCorps
*Improving Ourselves, Improving Our Community*
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
OurMission & Vision............................................................................... P. 1
Tableof Contents...................................................................................... p. 2
Program Objectives.................................................................................... p. 3
BriefHistory................................................................................................ p. 4
OrganizationalChart................................................................................. p.5
Corpsmember & Supervisor Descriptions................................I.............. p. 6
Team Leader Job Description................................................................... p. 8
Assistant Team Leader Job Description................................................... P. 9
Schedule.......................................................................................................P. 10
Leader Training & Project Site Visit with Sponsor................................ p. 11
Project Goal Calendar............................................................................... p. 12
Strategies for a Successful Season......:...................................................... p. 13
Policies Based on Federal Youth Labor Laws......................................... P. 15
Sample Project Information Sheet............................................................ p. 16
Communication & Contact with the Media............................................. P. 18
Evaluations & Transportation................................................................... P. 19
Breaks & Code of Conduct........................................................................ p. 20
Conduct & Personal Preparedness........................................................... p. 21
Discipline & Discharge............................................................................... p. 22
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DisciplinarySanctions................................................................................ p. 23
Harassment, Discrimination & Retaliation Policy................................... p. 24
Workers' Compensation Insurance........................................................... p. 27
Safety & First Aid....................................................................................... p. 28
Care of Tools & Equipment....................................................................... p. 29
Corpsmember Agreement.......................................................................... p. 30
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PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
• To offer youth meaningful and useful work in the community.
• To teach new skills useful for future employment.
• To develop positive attitudes towards public service.
• To foster appreciation for conservation and maintenance of public lands,public
spaces and facilities.
• To develop life skills which contribute to good citizenship.
• To focus on a strong work ethic and pride in accomplishment.
• To develop teamwork, cooperation and appreciation for people of varied
backgrounds by working on common objectives.
• To produce tangible improvements for the County while providing youth a way
to earn their own money.
• To encourage development of youth leadership and return of participants in
more responsible roles in future years.
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BRIEF HISTORY
The Boulder County Youth Corps is a locally generated program of Boulder County government
that operates under the Parks & Open Space Department. It grew out of local interest to expand
opportunities for youth whereby they could develop job skills, be exposed to positive attitudes
towards community service and participate in meaningful work that produces tangible benefits
and improvements for Boulder County.
The Youth Corps, operating since 1996, is funded and directed by Boulder County. The Board
of County Commissioners allocates annual funding for the program that this year amounts to
$655,377. The program was designed by a task force, which included the County
Commissioners and selected County staff, and has continued to solicit the input and opinions of
citizens (both adults and youth).
The Youth Corps has expanded from 100 Boulder County youth its first summer, to a capacity of
as many as 180 youth annually. Corpsmembers, aged 14 to 17, are chosen based on their
application, letter of reference, interview, availability, applicable experience, willingness to
follow rules and interest in being part of a team. Corpsmembers must be Boulder County
residents.
During this summer's program, youth will be employed for eight weeks at $8.00 per hour for
first year Corpsmembers, $8.25 per hour for returning second and third year Corpsmembers, and
$8.50 for fourth year veterans. They will complete projects for County departments,
municipalities and towns.
The BCYC motto is "Improving Ourselves, Improving Our Community," which was selected as
the winner from a 2007 contest. The motto ties in nicely with the history of the original Civilian
Conservation Corps that employed 2.5 million young men from 1933-1942. Not only did the
federal government put to work a huge number of unemployed people to plant 3 billion trees and
build 800 parks and thousands of miles of public roads, they fed, clothed, housed and educated
these young men at the height of the Great Depression, truly helping them to improve
themselves, as well as their communities.
Civilian Conservation
Corps workers during the
Great Depression
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ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
Boulder County Commissioners
Parks and Open Space Director
Program Manager
Environmental Field Coordinator
Education Coordinator
Team Leaders and Rovers
Assistant Team
Leaders
Corpsmembers
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CORPSMEMBER & SUPERVISOR DESCRIPTIONS
CORPSMEMBERS
Participants will be at least 14 years of age but not older than 17 by June 16, 2014. As
representatives of Boulder County, Corpsmembers will be expected at all times, while
traveling to and from work, and while at work and on breaks, to conduct themselves in a
positive way which will bring credit to the program and to develop personal pride in their
efforts. The expected standards of behavior for Corpsmembers at all times will be guided
by the Code of Conduct. Corpsmembers will be expected to follow all directions of their
Team Leaders, Assistant Team Leaders, Sponsors and other program supervisors.
ASSISTANT TEAM LEADERS
Assistant Team Leaders are at least 18 years of age and carry out duties assigned by the
Team Leader to meet the team's project goals and work plans. They also assist the Team
Leader with training and supervision of the Corpsmembers. They are high school
graduates and have some experience in landscaping, maintenance and/or construction.
They have undergone a background check and a motor vehicle background check, and
they are certified in First Aid and CPR. Since they will be driving a Boulder County tool
vehicle; each Assistant Team Leader has a valid driver's license and has completed a
defensive driving course.
TEAM LEADERS
Team Leaders are at least 21 years of age and are responsible for management of the
team including training, supervision and evaluation of Corpsmembers; supervision of the
Assistant Team Leader; and, project administration. Team Leaders have at least two
years of college course work and practical experience in supervising youth groups. They
have undergone a background check and a motor vehicle background check, and they are
certified in First Aid and CPR. Since they will be transporting Corpsmembers, each
Team Leader has a valid driver's license and has completed a defensive driving course.
ROVERS
Rovers meet all of the qualifications for a Team Leader. They fill in as needed for
Leader absences or they can simply assist a team with a particularly difficult project or
provide one-on-one mentoring for a Corpsmember. One Rover assists primarily with
environmental education.
FIELD COORDINATOR
The Field Coordinator (FC) is primarily responsible for planning and organizing the
summer work projects. The FC assists the Program Manager with program planning and
staff hiring and training. The FC also provides ongoing technical assistance to Team
Leaders and Corpsmembers and acts as a liaison with Sponsors throughout the summer.
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION COORDINATOR
The Environmental Education Coordinator is responsible for enhancing existing curricula
and developing, gathering and organizing new curricula and community resources to
deliver a coordinated educational enrichment program to the summer Youth Corps teams
at their work sites.
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PROGRAM MANAGER
The Program Manager(PM) is responsible for the overall direction and administration of
the program. The PM meets on an ongoing basis with the Team Leaders, Assistant Team
Leaders, Field Coordinator and Environmental Education Coordinator to discuss the
progress of the teams and supports the staff in providing a quality experience for the
Corpsmembers. The PM is ultimately responsible for all staff and Corpsmember
disciplinary decisions. The PM is also accountable for public relations and holds primary
responsibility for relations with County Departments and municipalities sponsoring work
projects.
SPONSORS/WORK SITE SUPERVISORS
Sponsors act as liaisons with the Boulder County Youth Corps staff. They plan each
year's projects and communicate them to the Youth Corps via a Project Information
Sheet for each project. Sponsors are employees of various County departments as well as
numerous municipalities and towns in Boulder County.
Sponsors may or may not provide site supervision of the work projects. If Sponsors
aren't in the field with teams, they may delegate site supervision to other employees who
then become points of contact for the Youth Corps. Since good communication is vital to
the success of the projects and teams, the Youth Corps prefers one point of contact for
each team whenever possible.
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TEAM LEADER JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION SUMMARY
Team Leader is a temporary, supervisory level classification with the Boulder County Youth
Corps summer program. Team Leaders supervise a team of up to 10 adolescents aged 14-17 at a
variety of County Department work sites for eight weeks and mentor the development of
personal accomplishment, teamwork and community service with their team members.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. The Team Leader is responsible for the management of the team, which includes but is
not limited to the following duties: administration, project management, supervision and
discipline, and evaluation of Corpsmembers and the Assistant Team Leader.
2. Explains, encourages and monitors the site-specific work expectations of the youth
workers under their supervision on a daily basis.
3. Teaches and trains youth participants in the skills necessary for them to successfully
accomplish the site-specific work plans.
4. Works cooperatively with sponsoring agency personnel to develop and monitor site-
specific work plans carried out by the youth team under their supervision.
5. Encourages, trains and monitors for safety on the work site and is trained to respond with
CPR/First Aid in the event of an accident or emergency.
6. Keeps accurate records on each Corpsmember, which include documentation of hours
worked, incident reports,progress reports and evaluations, and logs of all communication
with parents.
7. Keeps an accurate inventory of all tools used by the team.
8. Facilitates all team meetings: teaches or leads group activities designed to encourage the
development of teamwork, conflict resolution, communication, goal setting and decision-
making, community service and environmental education.
9. Works in cooperation with Youth Corps staff to integrate job skills, life skills and service
to the community with the site-specific project work.
10. For some job sites bilingual Spanish could be preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School graduation plus at least 2 years of college course work.
Experience: At least one experience supervising a youth group of comparable size for at least a
full summer or comparable period. Parks, trails or landscaping experience
preferred.
*Criminal and Motor Vehicle Background Check Required
*Valid Driver's License
•21 years old
KNOWLEDGE, SHILLS AND ABILITIES
Basic knowledge of adolescent behavior and group dynamics. Skill in group facilitation and
developing rapport with adolescents. Ability to lead a team and supervise adolescents in
achieving site-specific job objectives.
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ASSISTANT TEAM LEADER JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION SUMMARY
Assistant Team Leader is a temporary, seasonal position with the Boulder County Youth Corps
summer program. Assistant Team Leaders assist in supervising a team of up to 10 adolescents
aged 14-17 at a variety of County Department work sites for eight weeks and mentor the
development of personal accomplishment, teamwork and community service with their team
members.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Assistant Team Leader carries out duties assigned by the Team Leader to meet the site-
specific project goals and work plans of the team.
2. Assists the Team Leader in the training and supervision of Corpsmembers.
3. Encourages,trains and monitors for safety on the work site and is trained to respond with
CPR/First Aid in the event of an accident or emergency.
4. Assists Team Leader in keeping accurate records on each Corpsmember which include
documentation of hours worked, incident reports, progress reports and evaluations, and
logs of all communication with parents.
5. Maintains the useful working condition and an accurate inventory of all tools used by the
team.
6. Assists in facilitation of all team meetings and teaches and group activities.
7. Works in cooperation with Youth Corps staff to integrate job skills, life skills and service
to the community with the site-specific work projects.
8. Carries out duties of the Team Leader in the absence of the Team Leader.
9. For some job sites bilingual Spanish could be preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School graduation.
Experience: A minimum of one summer with job or volunteer experience in trails, parks and
open space or landscaping, with associated construction, maintenance or
horticultural skills and familiarity with hand tools. Experience working with
youth preferred.
•Criminal and Motor Vehicle Background Check Required
*Valid Driver's License
•18 years old
KNOWLEDGE,SHILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to supervise team of youth in the absence of Team Leader.
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SCHEDULE
TYPICAL WEEK
Monday-Thursday
8:00 a.m. Corpsmembers arrive at their job site or at their transportation pick-up
point
After 8:00 a.m. Check-in/Safety Circle
Mid Morning 15 minute break
12:00 p.m. Lunch break with team
12:30 p.m. Afternoon work session
Mid Afternoon 15 minute break
Before 4:00 p.m. Check-in/Safety Circle; work ends; Corpsmembers leave for their
transportation drop-off location to arrive there by 4:00 p.m.
4:00 pm. Corpsmembers leave for home or arrive at transportation point
During the course of the workweek, the Corpsmembers will have 2 hours of time devoted to
team meetings and environmental education provided by or arranged for by the Youth Corps
Environmental Education Coordinator (EEC). The Sponsor will receive a schedule of
Environmental Education activities in advance from the EEC; it is the responsibility of the Team
Leader to notify the Sponsor in advance if any of the dates or times have changed.
Please note that while rare, work may be called by Youth Corps staff due to inclement
weather. Also please have backup projects planned at other locations in case the weather
isn't cooperating at your work site (too rainy, lightning nearby, etc.).
IMPORTANT DATES
JUNE 11 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. LEADER TRAINING &
PROJECT SITE VISIT WITH SPONSOR
JUNE 17 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. WORK PROJECTS BEGIN
JUNE 23,24,25 & 26 CHALLENGE COURSE (one day)
JULY 3 - 6 EXTENDED HOLIDAY BREAK
AUGUST 5 LAST PROJECT DAY
AUGUST 6 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. FINAL CELEBRATION
Boulder Reservoir Please join us for lunch!
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LEADER TRAINING & PROJECT SITE
VISIT WITH SPONSOR - JUNE 119 2014
It is our hope that you will spend most of the day with our staff teaching them the skills they will
need and giving them hands-on work to do, as well as showing them their major work locations.
While we provide general training for all of our staff, we rely on you to train them in any
technical skills they will need for their specific projects. If you'll be having the team build a
prairie dog fence, have our staff start some of it so they can learn what will need to be done.
Here is the checklist we provide Team Leaders for the day they will spend with you (8:00 a.m. to
4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11). If you prefer that they work a different shift, please let us
know by May 2,2014 and we will make those arrangements.
O Have Sponsor describe all aspects of the project and teach you any technical tasks that
you may need to know.
O Have Sponsor explain backup projects to you in case your team is not able to work on a
project because of inclement weather,muddy conditions,etc.
O Get the keys that you may need.
O Re-confirm work plans.
O Check that materials will be delivered in a timely manner.
O Check phone number. How and when is it best to contact Sponsor?Will Sponsor be
available for consulting?How often?
O Locate restrooms, shade, lunch and break areas.
O Locate tools and tool storage area. If tools are not at the site,make plans to ensure they
will be there by the start of the program. Go over tool list with Sponsors to see if any
tools may be needed.
O Locate drinking water source.
O Discuss the potential hazards identified on your Project Information Sheets.
O Develop safety plan. What you will do in case of emergency?
O Inform Sponsor that Boulder County's Workers' Comp program covers Corpsmembers
and Leaders and describe what you'll do in case of an injury; locate and drive by the
nearest Boulder County Workers' Comp Designated Clinic and Designated Trauma
Center/Emergency Room.
O Test cellular phone and radio if applicable.
O Tell Sponsor Environmental Education Coordinator will get them the team's EE
schedule; explain environmental education, Safety Circles and team building activities.
O Review major project timelines and fill out the Goal Calendar if applicable (next page).
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PROJECT GOAL CALENDAR
Sunday Mottday Tuesday wednesday 1-hursday friday Saturda-v
8 9 10 11 Team 12 13 14
JUNE Leaders
Meet w/
Sponsors
15 16 CM 17 Start 18 19 20 21
Orientation Work
& Training Projects
Da
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
Challenge Course one of these daps
29 30 1 2 3 No Work 4 `1 > 5
JULY HOLIDAY
No Work
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
27 28 29 30 31 1 2
AUGUST
3 4 5 Finish 6 7 8 9
Projects Celebration
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• Team Leaders will meet and work with you on Wednesday,June 11 (usually 8 am-4 pm)
• All of the days that are shaded in green represent days that teams will not be working on projects
• Your team will attend the Ropes Course on only one of the four days highlighted in blue
• All Project Sponsors are invited to celebrate the end of the season on Wednesday,August 6, at the Boulder
Reservoir
• There are 27 project work days;please note the extended 4's of July holiday break July 3-6
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STRATEGIES FOR A SUCCESSFUL SEASON
This section provides some general strategies and specific examples for creating a successful
Youth Corps project. We hope this information is useful to you. As always,please let us know
if you have any feedback for us.
General Strategies
• Thorough planning and organization before Team starts project
o Complete coordination of all parties involved in project(e.g., Landscape
Architects, Crew Foreman, Youth Corps staff, Team Leaders, suppliers/vendors,
etc.)
o Equipment and materials are ordered and staged ahead of time allowing for
continuous work; please note that a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)may be
requested for use of a potentially hazardous chemical(see more information on
bottom of page 15)
o Projects start small and fairly non-technical and increase in size and level of
technical skills needed as season progresses, if at all possible
o Backup projects are planned to keep Team working when unexpected delays
occur, such as weather causing your worksite to be inaccessible, or original
project is completed ahead of schedule
• Illustrations, graphics, drawings and maps are given to Team to help them understand
project objectives and goals
• Clear and open communication between Team and Project Sponsor
o Project Sponsor clearly describes the work that needs to be done
o Hands-on demonstration helps Team understand project objectives and goals
o Team and Project Sponsor know each other's schedules and plan accordingly
o We would prefer one contact person per team to communicate with. Some teams
have many people helping to plan and coordinate projects. It would be beneficial
for the Team Leader and Youth Corps staff to have one point person identified per
team if at all possible.
• High standards are set by Project Sponsor and Team is held accountable
o Project Sponsor provides feedback to the Team Leader on how they are doing;
positive feedback is appropriate for the entire Team,but if there is something
negative to share, please talk separately with the Team Leader
o Contact the Program Manager(PM) or the Field Coordinator(FC)immediately if
there is a problem with a Team Leader so that it can be resolved as quickly as
possible
• Variety of tasks help Team stay engaged and productive
o Pulling weeds for an entire day will not provide the same results as if the Team
were to pull weeds for 2 half days mixed with another project
• Project Sponsors are dedicated and committed to the project and the Team
• Keep in mind transportation issues
o 4WD 12-passenger vans are not available for our use. Please keep in mind the
limitations of our rented 12-passenger vans when you propose your work projects.
It is perfectly acceptable to have the team hike into the worksite if needed.
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Specific Examples
Project Illustrations— Some Project Sponsors provide the Team with handouts that contain
drawings, diagrams and maps of the projects they will be working on. It always helps to see a
visual of what the Team will be doing. The more specific the illustrations can be the better. For
instance, if the Team will be building a fence, it is helpful to know the measurements and any
other specifications needed to complete the fence successfully.
Hands-On Demonstrations—One year a Project Sponsor used a tennis ball to demonstrate the
need for proper slope on a trail. The Project Sponsor rolled the ball down the trail showing the
team how water will travel down the trail. He noted the importance of getting water off of the
trail while also providing a nice surface for people to use. This technique was also used to check
the Team's work. This was an effective way to teach and provide feedback to the Team while
adding an element of fun.
Project Calendar—For Teams that work on multiple projects with multiple Project Sponsors,
having a calendar is an invaluable tool. It lets the Team know what they will be doing, when
they will be doing it,who they will be working with and where they will be working. It helps the
Team plan ahead and anticipate tool and other project needs.
Project Variety—Many Project Sponsors recognize the value of providing a variety of tasks for
the Team to complete. For instance, if the primary goal of the Team is to move a large amount
of rock from one location to another, the Project Sponsor may incorporate other smaller tasks
such as weeding, pruning, sweeping, etc. This helps keep the overall project enjoyable and
prevents it from becoming too monotonous.
Project Goals—It's always a good idea to explain the project goals to the Team so that they feel
more invested in the project. For example, weeding is a monotonous task, but if the Team knows
they are playing an important role in an integrated weed management plan,they'll feel better
about weeding and will do it in the best way to control the particular weed and not spread weed
seeds or disturb the soil.
Project Information Sheets — Project Sponsors should keep referring to the Project Information
Sheet completed for each project and refer the Team to the information so that important project
details aren't forgotten. More information in the original Project Information Sheets will mean
better planning and communication between the Project Sponsor and Team during the busy
summer.
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POLICIES BASED ON FEDERAL YOUTH LABOR LAWS
Corpsmembers are minors and therefore protected by federal child labor laws. Please abide by
these policies in order to keep all Corpsmembers safe.
I. Corpsmembers are prohibited from operating any motorized vehicle.
2. No CCA treated lumber may be used; Sponsors are asked to provide safer alternatives instead
(see details below).
3. Corpsmembers are prohibited from roofing work.
4. Corpsmembers are prohibited from wrecking or demolition work.
5. Corpsmembers are prohibited from working in any body of water. Safety precautions must be
observed while Corpsmembers work in proximity to water.
6. Corpsmembers are prohibited from using any power tools with the exception of low-voltage
cordless battery drills at the discretion of the Team Leader.No other cordless battery tools,
such as cordless saws,may be used by Corpsmembers.
7. If an object weighs more than 40 pounds, a Corpsmember must ask for assistance to lift it.
8. Corpsmembers must be 16 or older to do construction work.
9. Corpsmembers aged 14-15 may not use ladders, stepladders, scaffolds or their substitutes;
Corpsmembers 16-17 may climb no higher than ten feet on ladders or scaffolds.
Treated Lumber
• If possible,avoid using treated lumber. Use natural alternatives such as Red Wood or Cedar
woods that naturally resist moisture. Lumber suppliers sell plastic and alternative lumber.
• Never use lumber treated with Chromated Copper Arsenate (CCA). Most suppliers
have stopped selling lumber treated with CCA as Alkaline Copper Quaternary (ACQ),
Micronized Copper Azole (MCA) and Micronized Copper Quaternary (MCQ) are safer
alternatives. Check the tag that is stapled to the piece of wood to determine what the lumber
is treated with.
• Currently, we allow the use of lumber treated with ACQ, MCA or MCQ if the following
safety precautions are taken:
o Always wear gloves when handling treated lumber.
o Always wear dust masks and eye protection when sawing, sanding or chiseling
treated lumber.
o Always wash your hands and any other exposed area after handling treated lumber,
especially before eating. ..,rte.,.�.a..,M,
• Lumber treated with a chemical(s)other than ACQ,MCA ® '��N-Pr,- !'l�
or MCQ must be approved by the Program Manager or the
Field Coordinator. A Material Safety Data Sheet will be
required.
MSDS for Hazardous Materials
• Any potentially hazardous material that the Team may come in contact with requires the
approval of the Program Manager or the Field Coordinator. Please provide a Material Safety
Data Sheet(MSDS) for the product that the Team may use. Any sealant, paint stripper, paint
or varnish requires a MSDS and the approval of the PM or FC.
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PROJECT INFORMATION FOR
TEAM: PUBLIC HEALTH
Project Name:
Mosquito Control District Larval Development Site Mitigation
Project Location:
Throughout Boulder County Mosquito Control District
Project Contacts and Cell Phone Numbers:
Marshall Lipps (303)968-4306
Lane Drager(303)961-4001
Project Supervision Provided by Your Staff:
E] Daily ❑ Weekly ❑ None ® Other: As Needed
Approximate Dates Team Will Work On Project:
6/24-6/27
General Description:
Mitigation of larval development sites through physical control to minimize areas of
standing water suitable for mosquito production.
Project Goals:
Reduce mosquito populations through reduction of standing water at known potential
larval development sites.
Potential Hazards for Site/Project (if any):
Environmental: Heat, Sun
Physical: Sticks, Logs, Rock, Mud, Water, Fencing, etc.
Wildlife: Snakes, Insects, Fox, Raccoons, Skunk, Coyote, Dogs
What materials or products will the Team work with? (we may request MSDS)
Hand tools: Shovels (flat& digging), McLeods, Pickaxe, Rakes, Wheelbarrow, Mud boots
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Tools Youth Corps Should Provide:
Above hand tools
Specialty Tools Provided by You:
Mosquito repellant
How should tools be stored?
❑ Onsite in a secured building
❑ Youth Corps Tool Trailer
❑ Youth Corps Tool Vehicle
® Other: Where apprppriate
What technical skills will the Team Leaders need to know?
(Team Leaders may need to learn skills appropriate for your project when they meet with
you on Wednesday, June 11, so please be prepared to provide them a hands-on experience
that day)
Basic mosquito biology and understanding of necessary conditions for mosquito
production.
Are water&restroom facilities available on the site?
❑ Yes ❑ No
If"No", will you provide a portable toilet?
❑ Yes ❑No
Additional Notes:
Work locations will be on BCPOS ag properties. Restrooms will be nearest public restrooms
available.
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COMMUNICATION
The value of good communication should not be underestimated. Youth Corps staff will
communicate will all Sponsors during the fust two weeks of the season and as needed
throughout the eight-week season. But communication is a two-way street. If there is a
problem with your team or Team Leader that you can't resolve quickly, please contact
either the Field Coordinator or Program Manager immediately. This includes your ability
to communicate with your Team Leader. If you are having trouble with them not answering
their phone when you need to talk with them or with them not arriving at the work site when
expected,please let the Youth Corps staff know immediately.
Please make yourself available to answer your team's questions in person or via phone. It is
imperative that Sponsors respond quickly when project questions arise in order for the team to
stay productive and for your projects to get completed on time and with high quality.
Please feel free to share your natural resource expertise with your team. We are always thankful
when a Sponsor goes the extra mile to do a presentation or take the team on a hike to teach them
about the environment.
CONTACT WITH THE MEDIA
All inquiries, requests or any other matters involving the press or other media should be
referred to the Program Manager.
Please follow these guidelines for Sponsors when interacting with reporters and/or photographers
in regard to the Youth Corps:
• Always inform the Program Manager if you have representatives from the press
show up at your Youth Corps work site.
• Interviews with you are at your discretion, but interviews with Corpsmembers should be
at the discretion of the Team Leader. In addition, Team Leaders should always be
present to monitor any contacts between Corpsmembers and the media.
• While the press has the right to photograph public employees working on public land,
Corpsmembers should never be interviewed or identified in photographs against their
will. Team Leaders will know if any Corpsmembers on their team do not have parental
permission on a public relations and media release form.
• We advise Team Leaders that they and the Corpsmembers under their direction should
only comment to the press about their work projects. We stress that it is always
inadvisable for Team Leaders or Corpsmembers to make comments to the press about
County policy or matters that involve legal, criminal or risk management issues where it
would be more appropriate for a designated County spokesperson to respond on behalf of
the County. The Boulder County Commissioners and their Public Information Officers
are the official spokespersons for Boulder County and are the only County employees
authorized to speak for Boulder County. If asked by the press for comment or opinion
about Boulder County matters other than your specific work project, you should always
refer such requests to the Program Manager and state that you have no comment.
• For the most part, media coverage of the Youth Corps has been very positive, but it is
best to follow these precautions and realize that conversations with a reporter are never
"off the record."
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EVALUATIONS
Corpsmembers set two personal goals for themselves each summer that are approved by their
Team Leader. They receive confidential mid-term and final evaluations of their job and team
performance from their Team Leader. Corpsmembers are given time during the workday to
complete their self-evaluation. A Team Leader will ask the Assistant Team Leader to supervise
the team in order to meet one-on-one with each Corpsmember to discuss their evaluation. It is
not the role of the Sponsor or work site supervisor to supervise the team so that evaluations can
be completed. Corpsmembers must receive a final rating of"Excellent' or "Above Average" in
order to be eligible for rehire. Corpsmembers will also be given the opportunity to give their
evaluation of their leaders and the program and make constructive suggestions for future
improvements.
The Assistant Team Leader will be evaluated mid-term and at the end of the season by their
Team Leader. Team Leaders will be evaluated by the Youth Corps staff mid-term and at the end
of the season. In addition, Youth Corps staff and Sponsors are evaluated by Team Leaders.
Sponsors are asked to evaluate the season and their Team Leader in writing. If additional
information is needed, an in-person debrief may be scheduled to gather more information.
All of these evaluations are critical to the continued success of the Youth Corps. Feedback and
constructive criticism help ensure changes are made to keep improving the program to provide
the best possible experience for Corpsmembers, staff and Sponsors.
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation of Corpsmembers is the responsibility of Team Leaders. Corpsmembers are not
allowed to ride in the vehicles of other Boulder County employees or Sponsors without
permission of the Program Manager. At no point should a Sponsor or work site supervisor
transport any Corpsmember unless it has been approved in advance or it is an emergency
situation and the Corpsmember must be evacuated for safety reasons.
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BREAKS
RESTROOM BREAKS
The project site will guide how Team Leaders handle restroom breaks. If the restroom is out of
sight or the team is working at a remote work site, no Corpsmember should go to the restroom
area alone. Team Leaders will keep track of the time that Corpsmembers are gone to avoid
restroom breaks taking too long. Team Leaders will teach Corpsmembers proper techniques for
remote sites where restrooms are not available. They will check with you about your specific
policies. A portable toilet is encouraged for such locations.
WORK BREAKS
Corpsmembers have two 15-minute work breaks every day — one in the morning and one in the
afternoon. They also have a half-hour for lunch. The Team Leaders will call the breaks. It is
our policy to have the team take the breaks as a group. It is the responsibility of the Team
Leaders to be sure that Corpsmembers do not leave any trash in the area where they take their
breaks. If you find trash, please speak with your Team Leader to make them aware it is a
problem. We take littering seriously and will take appropriate action to deter it.
CODE OF CONDUCT
As a Corpsmember of the Boulder County Youth Corps I agree to:
1. Acknowledge that being fully engaged is the best way to build a strong team and so I will
participate in all authorized team activities, follow all program rules, and not use any
electronic device at work except with my Team Leader's permission.
2. Give my best effort every day so that I may learn new skills, develop a strong work ethic, and
contribute to meaningful projects in my community. I will keep a positive attitude and work
hard and play hard, each in its own time without confusing the two.
3. Contribute in creating a healthy and safe work environment by being aware of safety hazards,
wearing required personal protective equipment, using tools in a safe manner, wearing a seat
belt while in a vehicle and following all other safety rules.
4. Respect my body by getting the sleep I need, eating healthy food, and staying hydrated.
Respect the law by not using any illegal drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products.
5. Speak and act respectfully to everyone. Look for things to appreciate about the people I
work with and not judge them because they are different from me. Resolve conflicts in an
appropriate manner and not bully, harass, embarrass or use violence, threats or inappropriate
or hurtful language at work or in social media while discussing work.
6. Respect the environment by not littering and leaving the work or lunch site looking better
than when I arrived. Respect and take care of Boulder County property, vehicles, tools, and
equipment.
7. Recognize that I have been hired to do a real job that requires I follow the directions of my
Team Leader, Assistant Team Leader, and other program supervisors. Support their
decisions and respond to their constructive feedback about my job performance so that I can
learn how to improve. Keep my mid-term and final evaluations confidential by not
discussing them with my teammates.
8. Be a strong team member by being prepared for work by arriving on time with everything I
need, working well with others, seeking to help others on my team, keeping myself
motivated,remaining on the job site until the workday is over, and not having friends visit
me at work.
9. Communicate clearly and accept responsibility for my actions by being truthful with others
and myself. Recognize that although I may make "mistakes," that is how I learn who I am
and who I can become. Ask for help when I need it to do my job.
10. If I am a returning Corpsmember, with the guidance of my Team Leader I will help motivate
and inspire new program participants so that my team can learn from my prior Youth Corps
experience.
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CONDUCT & PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS
CONDUCT
As selected members chosen from a field of many applicants, Youth Corps participants
should be guided in all their actions by the Youth Corps Code of Conduct. As employees
of Boulder County, Corpsmembers should be mindful that they represent the government
and citizens of Boulder County. Whether at work or traveling to and from work,
Corpsmembers are expected to conduct themselves in a mature and respectful manner
and with a pride of purpose that reflects credit to the program and Boulder County.
PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS
Each Corpsmember will be issued two short-sleeved and one long-sleeved uniform t-
shirts bearing the logo of the Boulder County Youth Corps. Corpsmembers are required
to wear these shirts while involved in any work activity unless otherwise instructed by
their Team Leader. Corpsmembers are also expected to report to work well groomed and
in clean clothes. If t-shirts are damaged or deliberately ripped, they must be replaced at
the individual Corpsmember's expense. Extra t-shirts may be purchased. No short
shorts!
Corpsmembers must report to work with and will not be allowed to work without:
•Sturdy Work Boots (leather/steel-toe recommended but not mandatory; reimbursable)
*Heavy Duty Work Gloves (leather strongly recommended; no thin cotton gloves;
reimbursable)
*Youth Corps T-Shirt •Rain Protection(jacket,poncho)
•Water (2 quarts min.; 1 gallon recom.) *Lunch
*Long Pants (some projects may require) •Long-Sleeved Shirt
It is strongly suggested that Corpsmembers also report to work with:
•Hat (with wide brim for sun protection) •Sunglasses (with UV protection)
*Sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) *Lip Balm (SPF 15 or higher)
*Day Pack and Healthy Snacks •Insect Repellent
Personal music systems are not allowed at anytime while working.
We ask Corpsmembers to leave all valuables at home!
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DISCIPLINE & DISCHARGE
It is the responsibility of the Team Leader to motivate, discipline and evaluate Corpsmembers, as
well as supervise the Assistant Team Leader. While we support and encourage positive feedback
and special treats from the Sponsor, negative feedback from you can be devastating for the team.
Please speak only with the Team Leader if you have a concern about a Corpsmember's behavior
or work. It is not the Sponsor's role to talk directly with the Corpsmember or team, unless the
Team Leader requests or approves it.
If a Team Leader is not responsive to your feedback or requests to improve something, please
contact either the Field Coordinator or the Program Manager with your concerns. Please do not
wait until the project debrief after the season to share your concerns with us because at that point
nothing can be done to improve the situation.
Violations of the Code of Conduct and any behavior that constitutes a work place violation or
threat to the safety and well being of the Youth Corps and its members, or the community at
large, will result in discipline that may range from warnings to termination of employment.
Violations, which may result in immediate termination, include:
*Violent behavior or threat of violence
*Possession and/or use of illegal drugs, alcohol or tobacco products
•Use of any type of fireworks
*Physical or sexual harassment or fighting
•Profane or disrespectful language or gestures
•Willful or careless (unsafe) use of tools
•Leaving the work site without properly notifying the Team Leader or Assistant Team Leader
*Willful destruction of property or theft
•Insubordination to the Team Leader, Assistant Team Leader, Environmental Education
Coordinator,Field Coordinator, Program Manager or other work place supervisors
•Two days of absence without notice
•Missing more than 4 days (30 hours) of work, except for verified medical reasons or an excused
family emergency
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DISCIPLINARY SANCTIONS
ACTION STEP I STEP 2 STEP 3 DETERMINED BY
PERSONAL BEHAVIOR
Presence of Alcohol or Drugs;Smoking or Dismissal Program Manager
Chewing Tobacco
Physical or Sexual Harassment or Fighting Dismissal Program Manager
Verbal Threat or Intimidation Dismissal Program Manager
Intentional Property Damage Dismissal Program Manager
Stealing Dismissal Program Manager
Use of Any Type of Fireworks Dismissal Program Manager
Inappropriate Language or Actions Warning Dismissal Team Leader/Program Manager
WORK ETHIC
Refusal To Work Suspension Dismissal Team Leader/Program Manager
Slacking Warning Suspension Dismissal Team Leader/Program Manager
Disruptive Behavior Warning Dismissal Team Leader/Program Manager
Late With Notification Warning Suspension Dismissal Team Leader/Program Manager
Late Without Notification Warning Dismissal Team Leader/Program Manager
Absent Without Notification Warning Dismissal Team Leader/Program Manager
Missing More Than 4 Days(30 Hours) Dismissal Program Manager
Leaving Work Without Permission Suspension Dismissal Team Leader/Program Manager
Violating Safety Guidelines;Littering Warning Suspension Dismissal Team Leader/Program Manager
PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS
No Boots or Youth Corps T-Shirt Sent Home Team Leader
No Lunch or Water Warning Suspension Dismissal Team Leader/Program Manager
No Work Gloves Warning Suspension Dismissal Team Leader/Program Manager
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BOULDER COUNTY'S HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION
& RETALIATION POLICY
A. Introduction and Policy Statement
The County is committed to having a positive working environment for employees and will use
its best efforts to prevent and/or eliminate all forms of discrimination, harassment, and/or
retaliation. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are an attack on the dignity of individuals
and violate County policy. It is also illegal under state and federal law.
This Policy applies to all employees of the County. It allocates responsibilities for helping to
ensure that County policy is fairly applied, explains the processes by which complaints of
discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation may be brought forward, and provides sanctions
for discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation which may range from reprimands to
termination.
B. What are Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation?
Discrimination occurs when employment decisions are based on stereotypes or assumptions
about the abilities, traits, or performances of individuals based on race, color, religion, gender,
gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, or
genetic information.
Harassment is unwelcome conduct that is based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, or genetic information.
Harassment becomes unlawful where 1) enduring the offensive conduct becomes a condition of
continued employment, or 2) the conduct is severe or pervasive enough to create a work
environment that a reasonable person would consider intimidating, hostile, or abusive.
Sexual harassment is defined as any unwelcome sexual advance, request for sexual favor, or
other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature,when
(1) submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly as a term or
condition of an individual's employment;
(2) submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis, or
threatened to be used as the basis, for employment decisions or assessments affecting
an individual; or
(3) such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual's
work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment for work.
Harassment can be verbal, visual, physical, or communicated in writing or electronically.
Retaliation occurs when an employer takes an adverse action against an individual because he or
she engaged in a protected activity. An adverse action is an action taken to try to keep someone
from opposing a discriminatory practice, or from participating in an employment discrimination
proceeding.
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Adverse actions are:
Employment actions such as termination, refusal to hire, and denial of promotion.
Other actions affecting employment such as threats, unjustified negative evaluations, unjustified
negative references, or increased surveillance, and any other action such as an assault or
unfounded civil or criminal charges that are likely to deter reasonable people from pursuing their
rights. Adverse actions do not include petty slights and annoyances, such as stray negative
comments in an otherwise positive or neutral evaluation, "snubbing" a colleague, or negative
comments that are justified by an employee's poor work performance or history.
C. Filing a Complaint
Any employee, who believes that she or he has been discriminated against, harassed, and/or
retaliated against, has a number of options. The employee should select the route that feels most
appropriate for the circumstances. The employee may file a complaint with any of the following:
1. the employee's immediate supervisor, or
2. the employee's supervisor's supervisor,or
3. the Department Head/Elected Official in the Department/Office where the employee
works, or,
4. Human Resources
If an employee believes that his or her personal safety is in jeopardy because of harassment while
working outside of regular business hours, the employee should leave work immediately and
notify one of the above as soon as possible.
D. Investigation and Confidentiality
Upon notice of a complaint involving potential discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation
Human Resources will promptly investigate the complaint. The County will strive to protect the
confidentiality of all aspects of its investigation; however, the County cannot guarantee
confidentiality. All employees are expected to cooperate with Human Resources during the
course of an investigation of discrimination,harassment, and/or retaliation.
E.Protection of Rights
The County will not tolerate retaliation or discrimination against persons, who in good faith,
report or charge discrimination or harassment or against those, who in good faith, testify, assist,
or participate in any investigation, proceeding, or hearing involving a complaint of
discrimination or harassment. Any retaliation or any encouragement of another to retaliate is a
serious violation of County policy and law, independent of whether the particular claim of
discrimination or harassment is substantiated. If an employee believes he or she has been
subjected to retaliation in violation of this rule, the employee may use the procedures described
in Section C, above.
F. Obligations of Reporting
The County can respond to specific instances and allegations of discrimination, harassment
and/or retaliation only if it is aware of them. The County, therefore, encourages anyone who
believes that she or he has experienced discrimination, harassment and/or retaliation to file a
complaint(See Section C, above).In addition, any County supervisor/manager who becomes
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aware of instances or allegations of discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation by or against a
person under his or her supervisory authority must report it to Human Resources immediately.
Any employee who becomes aware of information indicating a significant likelihood of
discrimination, harassment and/or retaliation must also report such information to Human
Resources. A supervisor/manager who fails to report an instance of, or an allegation of,
discrimination, harassment and/or retaliation may be subject to discipline, up to and including
termination.
G. Possible Sanctions
A person found guilty of behavior in violation of this policy will be subject to discipline, up to
and including termination. All sanctions will follow the policies and procedures of the Boulder
County Personnel Manual.
Policy Rev. 7/22/2010
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WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE
The Boulder County Workers' Compensation Program covers employees of Boulder County,
including Corpsmembers. Corpsmembers who are injured on the job will receive a copy of
BOULDER COUNTY ON-THE-JOB INJURY INFORMATION, a wallet-sized easy reference
card that details the procedure for seeking medical attention and reporting an injury. In most
cases, the Team Leader will transport the injured Corpsmember to the nearest County Designated
Clinic for treatment and the Program Manager will contact the Corpsmember's parent or legal
guardian to meet them at the clinic. A copy of the BOULDER COUNTY ON-THE-JOB INJURY
INFORMATION card that lists the County Designated Clinics is available on the website at
www.bouldercounty.org/youtheorps.
PLEASE NOTE:
1. Corpsmembers must report all injuries to their Team Leader immediately.
Additionally, a complete accident report must be filed with the Risk Management
Division of Boulder County within 24 hours. Team Leaders have the appropriate form to
complete and will get it to the Program Manager to give to Risk Management.
2. If medical treatment is required, one of the County Designated Clinics must be utilized
(see list on BOULDER COUNTY ON-THE- JOB INJURY INFORMATION). Personal or
family physicians cannot be used.
3. After hours or emergency care must be provided by the nearest Designated Trauma
Center/Emergency Room (see list on BOULDER COUNTY ON-THE-JOB INJURY
INFORMATION).
4. Only job related injuries are covered by Workers' Compensation. Treatment of injuries
resulting from horseplay or unauthorized activities is not covered.
5. It is the responsibility of the Corpsmember to complete an accident report in a timely
manner, even in the event of minor injury.
6. Questions about the self-insurance program or any of the above procedures should be
directed to Boulder County Risk Management at 303-441-3801.
7. Failure to follow these procedures will result in medical bills from unauthorized
physicians becoming the Corpsmember's responsibility.
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SAFETY & FIRST AID
We stress SAFETY FIRST! It is the entire team's responsibility to work safely and watch out
for his/her co-workers. Whenever possible, employees should aim to prevent accidents before
they happen. If Sponsors or work site supervisors notice an unsafe situation, please contact the
Team Leader immediately. If the situation is not resolved quickly, contact either the Field
Coordinator or Program Manager.
Every team will conduct a brief Safety Circle at the beginning and end of each workday. Please
give teams time to conduct morning stretches and to go over project information and talk about
safety issues. All Team Leaders and Assistant Team Leaders have completed First Aid and CPR
training and each team carries a first aid kit with them at all times. Corpsmembers are
responsible for their own personal care needs and products including, but not limited to, insect
repellent, sunscreen, lip bahn, aspirin, anti-acid tablets, moleskin and any other type of
prescription or over the counter drugs.
ILLNESS AND INJURY
Any Corpsmember who becomes ill or injured while on the job must notify his/her Team Leader
or Assistant Team Leader immediately.
Sick Corpsmembers will usually be released to a parent or legal guardian if available. Non-life-
threatening injuries will be treated by appointment at one of the County Designated Clinics.
Severe injuries will be handled at the nearest Designated Trauma Center/Emergency Room.
In the event of injury, every reasonable effort will be made to contact a parent or legal guardian
at the phone numbers provided on the Corpsmember's medical information form. All parents or
legal guardians are required to sign a consent form for Medical and Surgical Treatment. In the
event a Corpsmember requires emergency treatment, and the parent or legal guardian is
unavailable,this consent authorizes the Boulder County Youth Corps to seek appropriate care. It
is a good idea for all Corpsmembers to memorize their Social Security number because it will be
helpful on the paperwork for any injury.
SUN SAFETY POLICY
Colorado's high elevations and sunny climate can lead to high UV exposure for outdoor workers.
Thus, the use of personal sun protection while at work is strongly encouraged by the Youth
Corps. Corpsmembers are encouraged to wear a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses with UV
protection, long sleeves and long pants whenever possible to protect themselves from the sun.
Corpsmembers are also encouraged to use sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher every day on
exposed skin and lip bahn with SPF 15 or higher.
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CARE OF TOOLS & EQUIPMENT
To accomplish their work, Corpsmembers will be using a variety of hand tools. No power tools
will be used with the exception of low-voltage cordless battery drills. All Corpsmembers, Team
Leaders and Assistant Team Leaders are responsible for the care and maintenance of the tools
they use.
Team Leaders, Assistant Team Leaders and Sponsors are responsible for demonstrating to
Corpsmembers the safe and proper use of all tools. Corpsmembers are responsible for using all
tools in a safe and responsible way, which includes wearing work gloves while working with
tools. Proper care and use prevents tool damage and injury.
Safety glasses will be provided by the Youth Corps and assigned to individual Corpsmembers.
Corpsmembers will be responsible for replacing any lost safety glasses or safety glasses that are
broken as the result of improper care or use. The current replacement cost will be deducted from
the Corpsmember's paycheck.
The Youth Corps can provide hard hats for sites that require them. Be sure to convey the need
for hard hats on the Project Information Sheet.
Tools must be cleaned after they are used and stored appropriately at the end of each workday.
If a tool appears worn or damaged, Corpsmembers need to notify their Team Leader or Assistant
Team Leader before continuing with its use. It is the responsibility of the Team Leaders,
Assistant Team Leaders or Sponsors to determine whether a tool is safe to use or should be
replaced.
The Boulder County Youth Corps will repair or replace any tools damaged as a result of normal
wear and stress. However,tools that are willfully damaged or damaged due to improper use will
be repaired or replaced at the expense of the Corpsmember responsible for the damage. The
costs of repair or current replacement costs will be deducted from the Corpsmember's paycheck.
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YouthCorps
CORPSMEMBER AGREEMENT
This is what each and every Corpsmember agrees to as their condition of employment. We
thought you might like to see it so you know that we have high expectations for Corpsmembers.
The Boulder County Youth Corps is an eight-week commitment beginning June 16, 2014 and
ending August 6, 2014. For their term of service, Corpsmembers receive the first year wage of
$8.00 an hour or a returning year wage of either $8.25 or $8.50 per hour, depending on years of
service. To receive up to a$100 bonus, Corpsmembers must meet the criteria described in their
Corpsmember Handbook.
In order to maintain employment, Corpsmembers can miss no more than 4 days, except for
verified medical reasons or an excused family emergency.
Youth Corps work projects take place in a variety of locations throughout Boulder County. It is a
Corpsmember's responsibility to get to their work site or a designated transportation point.
In addition to their assigned work projects, Corpsmembers also agree to participate in team
building activities and environmental trainings that may be required during the workweek.
Corpsmembers agree to follow the reasonable requests, directions and supervision of their Team
Leader and Assistant Team Leader.
The Program Manager may terminate the employment of a Corpsmember at any time for failure
to abide by the policies and guidelines of the Boulder County Youth Corps. By accepting
employment, Corpsmembers agree to abide by the policies and guidelines of the Youth Corps as
stated in their Corpsmember Handbook. Corpsmembers further agree to be responsible for their
actions and to represent the Boulder County Youth Corps with their best efforts and abilities.
"Your job doesn't define you, but how you do
your job reveals something about who you are."
Nathan Mellor from
Character First the Magazine
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