PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ATWATER) at Merced County Community Action – Atwater, California

OVERVIEW:

Under supervision of the Weatherization Director, to administer the programmatic reporting required by the LIHEAP, DOE and DAP weatherization programs; and do related work as required. This is a non-exempt position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for administrative clerical functions;

• Invoicing of client files;

• Prepare routine correspondence;

• Collection, input and analysis of data;

• Answer program inquiries and give out information concerning program parameters as appropriate;

• Create Purchase Requisitions;

• Inventory; maintain weatherization materials stock;

• Report preparation; complete contract reporting requirements;

• Conduct client intakes;

• Other duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE:

• High School graduate or equivalent; college business courses desired.

• Three years of progressively responsible work experience, involving working with people, invoicing and report preparation.

• Knowledge of accounting principles, construction background, administrative functions, report generation, contract administration, and office machines, computer programs & applications.

• Ability to work independently; monitor and evaluate program effectiveness; interact and communicate clearly, and effectively orally and in writing.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bilingual English/Spanish Required

2. Valid California driver’s license and proof of minimum California vehicle insurance.

3. Ability to walk, stoop, and squat as needed; be able to lift and carry more than 30 pounds regularly and to sit as much as 75% of scheduled working time.

4. Must be able to pass a full background check and clean drug screening