Center Office Manager at Chicanos Por La Causa – Mathis, Texas

POSITION SUMMARY

The Center Office Manager provides high-level administrative, and staff support to the center operations consistent with the Head Start Performance Standards and CPLC Policies and Procedures. Promotes school readiness by preparing children and families for school and life success as it relates to this position. Actively supervise children by sight and sound at all times and in all environments. Maintain all health and safety regulations to create an optimum learning environment. Facilitate health practices to keep children safe in the school bus, outdoor and indoor environments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

Education /Background:

• HS/GED and 2 years of progressively more responsible experience in successful office operations and management is required.
• Must have basic knowledge of modern office methods and procedures, filing and telephone etiquette, as well as English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Other requirements:

• Ability to perform secretarial and clerical duties with speed and accuracy without immediate and constant supervision.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship with all co-workers and the public and to use good judgment in recognizing scope of authority.
• Operational knowledge of general office equipment (e.g., copy machine, fax machine, personal computer, printer, scanner, phone system).
• Use of computer, projection equipment, computer software programs (e.g., Microsoft Office, Adobe) and web-based systems are required.
• Familiarity with Personnel Policies and Procedures, Accounts Payable, Head Start Program Performance Standards, Daycare Licensing, USDA reports, local state and federal regulations on reporting procedures preferred.