Program Assistant
Responsible for providing program support for the Central Office staff. Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex, responsible, and confidential programmatic duties requiring a thorough knowledge of organizational procedures and precedents; provides program support to designated staff members, and performs related work as required.
Minimum of High School Diploma plus five years of office and/or clerical experience. Associate Degree in Business or related field plus three years of office and/or clerical experience preferred.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, drive an automobile, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
Typical work hours Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm unless 4 day/10-hour schedule is approved; occasional evening/weekend hours and overnight travel as required. Valid driver's license; vehicle with adequate insurance coverage for on-the-job use; safe driving record; State and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal History Check; Sex Offender Registry Check; Protective Services Record Check; initial Health Assessment and required updates; TB Risk Assessment or TB screening by Mantoux method; food handler’s card.
Demonstrated computer, organizational, and communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; mathematical, spelling, and grammar skills; Procurement experience a plus.
General skills necessary to perform your job functions: mathematical, spelling, grammar, organizational, communication skills, record keeping, and computer skills. Project a positive image of the Head Start/Early Head Start Program; function well within varying socio-economic groups; establishes a good rapport with clients and all staff; is flexible in adjusting plans to changes and emergencies; keep supervisor and appropriate staff informed of workload and developments; submit reports as required; attend, facilitate, and participate in meetings, trainings, and conferences relating to job function; maintain professional and ethical behavior at all times; adhere to all safety, conduct rules/regulations, policies, local, state, and federal mandates; complies with all HS Performance Standards and Head Start Act; adhere to NCWVCAA Employee Guidelines; demonstrate the ability to cooperate, work and communicate with co-workers, supervisors, subordinates, and/or outside contacts.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short, Long-Term Disability,
Flexible Spending Account 403b Retirement, Life Insurance,
Holidays/Sick/Personal/Annual (if applicable) and Paid Educational Leave.
NCWVCAA employees may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Linda Bissett, Children Services Executive Assistant
146 Terrace Manor
Fairmont, WV 26554
email: lbissett@ncwvcaa.org
304 363-2170 x 113
