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Participation in at least 20 cases of domestic relations mediation totaling at least 100 hours, or two years of professional mediation, direct therapy/counseling experience or legal practice with domestic relations or juvenile caseloads, that otherwise satisfies the experience/training requirements for court-connected domestic relations mediators. The Family Mediation Team, part of Lane County’s Community Justice and Rehabilitation Services Division, helps prevent, reduce, and resolve family conflict while promoting healthy relationships.

<div style="text-align:center"><img alt="20250911114412_Family Mediation.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dii" src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/2384/jobpostings/image/20250911114412_Family%20Mediation.jpg" style="width:759px"/> </div><div> </div><div>About the Position</div>Lane County’s Family Mediation Team is looking for a temporary Family Mediator to join us in helping parents navigate conflict and create healthier futures for their children.Family mediation is challenging and deeply meaningful work. Parents turn to us during some of the hardest moments in their lives, and our mediators play a key role in guiding them through a respectful and structured process. In this role, you will help parents reach custody and parenting time agreements, teach parent education classes, and support families with tools to move forward in positive ways.We welcome applicants who meet the required training and certification standards for court-connected mediators and who are eager to grow their careers in family mediation. This role offers an opportunity to apply your skills in conflict resolution, family law, counseling, or related fields, and to learn from a supportive, collegial team committed to professionalism, humor, and care for one another.As a Family Mediator, you will:<ul style="margin:10px 0px 3pt;color:inherit;font-style:normal;text-indent:0px"><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Provide custody and parenting time mediation that centers children’s needs.</li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Facilitate court-connected parent education classes.</li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Manage case details, maintain client records, and prepare program data reports.</li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Partner with the Court and community services to strengthen family systems in Lane County.</li></ul> This is an essential service to the community—a position that requires both technical skill and compassion. Families rely on us, and you will make a real difference in their lives.<div style="color:inherit;font-style:normal;text-indent:0px">Our ideal candidate is someone who:</div><ul style="margin:10px 0px 3pt;color:inherit;font-style:normal;text-indent:0px"><li>Has strong interpersonal skills</li><li>Is able to work independently</li><li>Excels at attention to detail and tracking case details</li><li>Is self-motivated to satisfy client and team member needs efficiently and effectively</li><li>Has good judgment</li><li>Is adaptable and able to move between tasks depending on client needs</li><li>Anticipates program needs and is able to prioritize responsibilities to meet deadlines</li><li>Is familiar with (or interested in becoming proficient in) reviewing cases and filing documents in Oregon’s Odyssey e-file & Serve eCourt System</li><li>Is able to successfully engage with upset or challenging clients on a semi-frequent basis</li><li>Is proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Zoom, or similar programs, and is adaptable in their use of technology</li></ul> About the Team:The Family Mediation Team, part of Lane County’s Community Justice and Rehabilitation Services Division, helps prevent, reduce, and resolve family conflict while promoting healthy relationships. We are a small, collaborative team committed to providing high-quality services in a collegial environment built on trust, professionalism, and care for one another. Our work emphasizes equity, inclusion, and continuous learning, and we value adaptability, good judgment, and compassion in serving families in our community.   Schedule: To be determined with Program Supervisor. *This is an AFSCME represented position**This position is budgeted for a maximum of 1,040 hours during the fiscal year that runs from July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027. * Education:<ul style="margin-bottom:3pt"><li>Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in a behavioral science, or a law degree from an accredited law school with substantial course work and/or Continuing Legal Education credits in family law.</li></ul>Experience:<ul style="margin-left:0;margin-bottom:3pt"><li>Participation in at least 20 cases of domestic relations mediation totaling at least 100 hours, or two years of professional mediation, direct therapy/counseling experience or legal practice with domestic relations or juvenile caseloads, that otherwise satisfies the experience/training requirements for court-connected domestic relations mediators.</li><li>An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities as required by OJD Court-Connected Mediator qualifications rules is qualifying.</li></ul> Special Requirements:<ul style="margin:10px 0px 3pt;color:inherit;font-style:normal;text-indent:0px"><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Must meet the court-connected domestic relations mediator qualifications outlined in UTCR Chapter 12:</li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">30-Hour Basic Mediation Training Certificate.</li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">40-Hour Domestic Relations Mediation Training Certificate.</li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Co-mediated or mediated at least 100 hours of court-connected domestic relations mediation.</li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">To be hired for this role, candidate(s) must be Oregon residents at time of hire.</li></ul> Note: <ul><li>This position requires consenting to and successfully passing a criminal background check.</li></ul> Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role. <a href="https://www.lanecounty.org/UserFiles/Servers/Server_3585797/File/Government/County%20Departments/Human%20Resources/Job%20Classification/Family%20Mediator_B017.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Family Mediator Classification Details</a> <a href="https://www.lanecounty.org/government/county_departments/human_resources/talent_acquisition/Selection_Process" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration:none" target="_blank">Selection Process</a>Equal Employment OpportunityLane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace.  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.Strategic PlanIn alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.The <a href="https://cdnsm5-hosted.civiclive.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_3585797/File/Government/County%20Departments/County%20Administration/Lane%20County%20Strategic%20Planning/2025-2027%20Plan/Lane%20County%20Strategic%20Plan%20DRAFT%20June%202025-adopted.pdf?_gl=1*kwnzd6*_ga*MTc0NjQ1NDU5Mi4xNzQ3MTY5NTY5*_ga_G30BCGQ9RY*czE3NTI1MTY0NDUkbzIxJGcwJHQxNzUyNTE2NDQ1JGo2MCRsMCRoMA..&_gl=1*kwnzd6*_ga*MTc0NjQ1NDU5Mi4xNzQ3MTY5NTY5*_ga_G30BCGQ9RY*czE3NTI1MTY0NDUkbzIxJGcwJHQxNzUyNTE2NDQ1JGo2MCRsMCRoMA.." rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" style="color:inherit !important;text-decoration:none" target="_blank">2025 - 2027 Strategic Plan</a> focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.<a href="https://www.lanecounty.org/government/county_departments/human_resources/talent_acquisition/veterans__preference_information_" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration:none" target="_blank">Veteran Preference Information</a>

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Our employees perform a wide range of functions including offering essential financial tools and support to the university’s many departments, providing key resources to employees, and keeping campus safe, clean, accessible and beautiful. • Selected candidate must have current Infant/Child First Aid and CPR, childcare worker food handler's card, and clearance with the Central Background Registry (CBR) prior to the start of work.

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Join the supportive and welcoming team at the Vivian Olum Child Development Center as a substitute educator. In this flexible role, you’ll step in to assist classrooms as needed, helping children learn, explore, and thrive in a nurturing year‑round environment. Substitute teachers contribute to a positive, high‑quality early childhood experience by engaging with children, supporting daily routines, and collaborating with our dedicated staff. Apply to our open substitute pool today to be considered as opportunities arise. This pool is used to fill substitute needs beginning in the 2025–2026 academic year.Department: Campus Services - Vivian Olum Child Development Center Classification: Early Childhood Assistant Appointment Type and Duration: Temporary Salary: $18.06 - $22.84 per hour FTE: Variable<h4 style="margin:0 !important">Review of Applications Begins</h4>Continuously, as needs arise<h4 style="margin:0 !important">Special Instructions to Applicants</h4>To apply, please submit an online application that addresses how you meet the qualifications for the position. Applications will be reviewed as they come in for any available openings.<h4 style="margin:0 !important">Department Summary</h4>The Vivian Olum Child Development Center offers a comprehensive program providing education and care for infants through pre-kindergarteners. The center's mission is to serve the needs of university employees’ families by providing a foundation of experiences that foster growth and development of children and a safe and nurturing environment for children and families. The center consists of seven classrooms which collectively serve over 80 children each day. The center curriculum is both emergent and constructivist, and is highly individualized, especially for our youngest children. The Vivian Olum Child Development Center is a unit within Campus Services in the Finance and Administration portfolio. Finance and Administration is a vibrant and varied portfolio serving all aspects of campus life. Our employees perform a wide range of functions including offering essential financial tools and support to the university’s many departments, providing key resources to employees, and keeping campus safe, clean, accessible and beautiful.<h4 style="margin:0 !important">Position Summary</h4>Step into a vibrant, playful learning environment where curiosity is encouraged, messes are part of the magic, and every day brings something new! As an on-call substitute, you’ll support our teaching team in creating joyful, meaningful experiences for children ages 3 months through pre-kindergarten. Instructional Support & Engagement: Bring energy and creativity as you help Early Childhood Associate Teachers plan, prepare, and guide hands-on learning experiences. From art and music to stories, building, science, and imaginative play, you’ll support children’s motor, language, social, cognitive, and creative development. You’ll join children in small groups, large groups, and one-on-one moments—leading activities, encouraging exploration, and helping little ones practice important self-help skills. Observation & Classroom Insight: You’ll play an important role in noticing and documenting children’s growth. This includes observing behaviors and recording developmental data. Outdoors, you’ll help maintain a safe, positive playground environment—keeping a close eye while children run, climb, imagine, and play. Classroom Community Contributions: Every team member helps keep our space welcoming and running smoothly. You’ll assist with snack and meal routines, help maintain a tidy and child-friendly classroom, and contribute to bulletin boards and displays that celebrate children’s work. You may also help keep children’s files up to date, communicate occasional concerns to families, and join staff meetings when needed. Supervision: This position reports directly to the Assistant Director/Program Coordinator and works closely with the teaching team to support a warm, inclusive, engaging preschool community. Expected Physical Functions: • Frequent lifting of children • Sitting on the floor for extended periods of time • Bending down to a child's level often, following safety measures in bending and lifting • Performing caregiving activities for children if needed; diapering, toileting, feeding, and arrival/departure routines Work Conditions: This job takes place in a facility constructed as a child-care center. This job requires bending, lifting up to 50 lbs., and sitting on the floor on a daily basis. The duties include walks outside the building. There is frequent exposure to cleaning solutions such as disinfectant hand soap and sanitizing agents. The work environment may frequently include high noise and activity levels. There is frequent exposure to childhood illnesses. Special Requirements: • Position is subject to a background check, including criminal record check and fingerprinting. • Selected candidate must have current Infant/Child First Aid and CPR, childcare worker food handler's card, and clearance with the Central Background Registry (CBR) prior to the start of work. • The candidate must also enroll in ORO and complete a Step Evaluation and complete 15 hours of professional development annually. About the Temporary Substitute Pool: Temporary work is not a guarantee of a permanent position at the UO, but it can be a great opportunity for those seeking flexible or transitional work and offers the opportunity to gain experience that can be applied toward qualifying for future opportunities. Those hired through the Early Childhood Assistant Substitute Pool will be appointed as temporary employees to cover unexpected needs. Temporary employees will be contacted when there is a need for coverage, so hours will be variable and intermittent. Some temporary classified employees may become eligible for representation by Service Employees International Union (SEIU) or may be eligible for health insurance based on hours worked. <h4 style="margin:0 !important">Minimum Requirements</h4>• A minimum of twenty semester hours (thirty quarter hours) of college courses in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Special Education; OR • Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; OR • One year of full-time experience in a certified day care center or comparable child care program.<h4 style="margin:0 !important">Professional Competencies</h4>• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team. • Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.<h4 style="margin:0 !important">Preferred Qualifications</h4>• Availability to work in an intermittent, on-call capacity • Availability to work over academic breaks • Prior experience working with children 3 months to 5 years oldFLSA Exempt: No<hr/>All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed here. In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online.

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