Midland College Midland , TX 79701
Posted 1 week ago
Job Title SECRETARY-HLGCC Position Status Full Time Classification Title Classified-12 m-Level IV Work Location Main Campus-3600 N. Garfield, Midland, TX Job Summary
The Helen L. Greathouse Children's Center Secretary provides support to the director and staff at the HLG Children's Center and Children's Center at Manor Park.
Required Qualifications
Associate Degree or equivalent (60 college credit hours); or High School diploma or equivalent and two years of clerical and general office experience
Must be at least 18 years of age
Proficient in computers and software usage (Microsoft Office), iPads, 10 key, copy and fax machines, and the English language
Good organization skills, phone etiquette, multi-tasking, and excellent public relations skills
Must successfully pass an FBI fingerprint check and criminal history background check
The employee is required to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification within 90 days of hire
Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License, good driving record, and be insurable on Midland College's insurance policy
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's degree or higher
Experience working in a childcare setting
Current CPR and First Aid Certification
Knowledge of Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Licensing (CCL) Minimum Standards
Essential Functions
Greet visitors, parents, children, and students with a welcoming attitude
Know, implement, and adhere to the Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards, Workforce Solutions Permian Basin Child Care Services, Midland College Children's Centers policies, and Midland College policies
Dependability in attendance, arriving on time, positive job attitude, cooperation with parents, children, and staff, flexibility, willingness to accept change, and keeping up with current trends in the field of early childhood development
Responsible for providing a clean, uncluttered front reception area by complying with cleaning policies and regulations; the front desk checklist should be completed daily
Monitor security at the front desk, front and back entrance doors, sign in and out logs, visitor registration book, etc.; ask for driver's license/picture identification of parents or persons picking up children for the first time and cross-check on the Emergency Contact form to those authorized to pick up the child.
Use appropriate phone etiquette when answering phones, direct calls to appropriate extensions, and disseminate information about the Helen Greathouse and the Manor Park Children's centers
Maintain pertinent office skills and office-related computer applications, ten key by touch, typing, and keep these skills updated to stay current with technology; must be able to meet deadlines of the program
Responsible for typing, organizing, filing, and maintaining copies of all forms such as waiting list applications, classroom forms, charts, lesson plans, staff and parent handbooks, as well as other materials for the director and staff.
Oversee observation rooms, headphones, cleanliness, etc.
Responsible for assisting with lunch and snack setup
Overseeing that the kitchen area is kept clean and organized
Assist in a classroom during staff breaks and lunchtimes when necessary
Maintain current CPR and First Aid certification and 30 clock hours of annual training for CCL, from the date of hire
Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related tasks and assisting staff in all areas of the Centers as needed
Other duties as assigned
Physical Demands
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
The person in this position needs to occasionally move or drive to other locations on and off campus
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity
The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
Frequently lifts equipment or paperwork weighing up to 20 pounds and children up to 40 pounds
Assist with potty training, walking, bending, standing, stooping, reaching, squatting down, stretching, sitting on the floor, rising up from low chairs or when sitting on the floor, and must be able to participate with children on the playground
Ethical behavior, security sensitive work, team-oriented, cooperation with coworkers, secure work environment, confidentiality required
Duties indoors and some outdoors
Office, classroom, and playground setting
Security Sensitivity
All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.
Min Salary $2,661.58 per month Max Salary $2,661.58 per month Pay Statement
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number P01248S2016 Open Date 07/03/2024 Position Available Immediately Special Instructions to Applicants
All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application and resume. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with the application.
If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.
EEO Statement
In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.
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