CADRE TEAM LEADER

State-of-Nevad; Carlin (NV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Battle Born Youth ChalleNGe Academy is seeking Cadre Team Leaders to supervise, mentor and guide at‑risk youth in a structured, quasi‑military residential program. You will model professionalism, integrity and respect while balancing firm expectations with empathy and patience.

Ideal candidates have leadership experience in residential services or related youth settings, with a background in teamwork, safety, and responsible decision‑making.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of leadership/teaching/care experience in residential or similar setting; OR high school diploma and two years of such experience; OR equivalent combination.
• Experience providing leadership, teaching and care for youth in residential settings is preferred.
• Ability to supervise, mentor, and discipline cadets within a 24/7 program with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example with integrity, maturity and professionalism.
• Provide daily supervision, mentorship and guidance to at‑risk youth.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive residential environment.
• Balance firm expectations with patience, empathy, and respect.
• Lead cadet training, monitor progress, and document performance.
• Deter and address disruptive behavior; conduct disciplinary actions as needed.
• Coordinate cadet movements, drills, and physical training with safety in mind.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Integrity

Discipline

Empathy

Communication

Patience

Stress management

Education

Associate's degree

High school diploma

Job description

Battle Born Youth ChalleNGe Academy is seeking dedicated, disciplined, and motivated individuals to serve as Cadre Team Leaders within its structured, quasi-military residential youth development program. Cadre Team Leaders provide daily supervision, mentorship, and guidance to at‑risk youth, reinforcing discipline, accountability, leadership, and essential life skills. This position is responsible for maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment while modeling professionalism, integrity, and respect. Successful candidates must demonstrate sound judgment, effective leadership, and the ability to balance firm expectations with patience, empathy, and a commitment to helping cadets develop the confidence, responsibility, and skills necessary for long‑term success.

Cadre Team Supervisors and Leaders, within the Office of the Military, Nevada Army National Guard, educate, train and mentor at‑risk 16 to 18‑year‑old youth in a 24‑hour/7‑days‑a‑week setting who have not completed high school, are high school credit deficient, and demonstrate a desire to improve their potential for success and lead productive lives. Associate's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of experience providing leadership, teaching and/or caring for children or adolescents in a residential services or community setting; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of experience as described above; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Agency Specific:

We are looking for individuals who:

• Lead by example and demonstrate integrity, maturity, and professionalism.
• Believe in maintaining high expectations while treating every individual with dignity and respect.
• Can remain calm, composed, and effective in stressful or challenging situations.
• Understand that effective discipline is rooted in consistency, fairness, and mentorship rather than intimidation.
• Are dependable, adaptable, and willing to hold themselves and others accountable.
• Have a genuine desire to make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of young people.

Experience in military service, law enforcement, corrections, education, coaching, or youth development is beneficial but not required.

Work Environment

This position operates within a structured, 24‑hour residential academy. Cadre Team Leaders must be prepared to work assigned shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. The role requires physical activity, prolonged standing and walking, outdoor activities, and active participation in cadet training and supervision.

Our Mission

At Battle Born Youth ChalleNGe Academy, we believe that accountability builds character, discipline creates opportunity, and mentorship changes lives.

Our Cadre Team Leaders do more than enforce standards. They help young people develop the confidence, resilience, and personal responsibility necessary to succeed long after graduation.

Under general supervision of the Cadre Team Supervisor, perform the full range of duties described above. This is the journey level in the series.

Provide input in the development and revision of training plans; contribute to long‑term strategic planning; ensure responsible and efficient use of program resources; participate in and lead professional development activities (e.g., workshops, meetings and classes) with the goal of ensuring program quality, compliance with program requirements and the integration of new ideas, methods, and technologies.

Lead and execute the Cadet Corps daily and weekly training plans and programs; ensure all academic, physical training and personal development activities are completed and documented; rate cadet performance; ensure program goals are met; collect individual cadet and program performance data for entry into the National Guard Bureau databases and reporting systems.

Direct and/or review minor disciplinary actions involving cadets; respond immediately and effectively to any cadet conflict and administer appropriate corrective/disciplinary intervention within authorized scope and authority and with consideration of a cadet’s rights; establish clear expectations and set and enforce consequences for disruptive behavior; attend cadet disciplinary boards.

Facilitate and/or provide oversight of cadet movements to and from all destinations while adhering to military drill and ceremony standards; call cadence and march cadets; participate in running and physical fitness training with cadets; ensure the safety and welfare of cadets at all times.

Prepare the campus and ensure supplies and equipment are available; ensure effective and efficient receipt and in‑process of each new class; conduct daily program activities to include cadet personal and living area inspections, campus inspections, fire safety inspections and Platoon/Company formations; ensure plan for building maintenance and cleaning schedule is completed and the facility is cleaned daily; notify or make recommendations to leadership regarding maintenance problems or other facility concerns.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Working knowledge of:

group behavior and group supervision; English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

General knowledge of:

basic military style training; basic first aid, hygiene, and emergency medical care; interviewing techniques.

Ability to:

read, understand and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures; respond to emergency situations to ensure the safety or security of others; speak and interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds; support and encourage individuals in a one‑to‑one or small group situation; establish rapport and gain the trust of others, especially youths; work within specific agency programs or operations, policies and procedures affecting assigned work; interview juveniles and family members to obtain and clarify information and explain procedures and expectations; assign, guide, coach and train while performing work; communicate effectively both orally and in writing in order to provide and disseminate information and explain situations; analyze and evaluate the progress and development of assigned cadets; use and teach the usage of simple household or hand tools; promote socially acceptable attitudes and behaviors, use tact, and recognize different value systems and treat individuals with respect and consideration; remain calm during stressful situations; remain sensitive to personal issues having significant and long‑term impacts on participants; work outdoors and withstand inclement weather; participate in physical fitness activities including cali