Center Office Manager

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. (CPLC); Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Mileage & cell reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Telemedicine & concierge services

Job summary

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is hiring a Center Office Manager to provide high-level administrative support and staff coordination for Head Start operations in an Arizona center.

The role focuses on promoting school readiness, maintaining health and safety standards, and supervising children as needed. Minimum qualifications include a HS/GED and two years of office-management experience, with bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• HS/GED and 2 years of progressively responsible experience in office operations and management.
• Must have basic knowledge of modern office methods, filing, telephone etiquette, and English usage.
• Ability to perform secretarial and clerical duties with speed and accuracy without constant supervision.
• Maintain good working relationships and exercise sound judgment within authority.
• Experience with general office equipment and computer/ projection equipment.
• Familiarity with Office software (Microsoft Office, Adobe) and web-based systems; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to center operations in line with Head Start Performance Standards.
• Promote school readiness by supporting children and families for school success.
• Maintain health and safety regulations to create an optimal learning environment.
• Supervise children by sight and sound in various environments as required.

Skills

Office management

English/Spanish bilingual

Secretarial duties

General office equipment

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Web-based systems

Education

HS/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Web-based systems

Job description

CPLC's Early Childhood Development (ECD) programs are committed to giving every child, regardless of circumstances at birth, an opportunity to succeed in school and life. Provides full-day, full-year early childhood development services to low income children, ages 0-3 years, and their families in educationally-stimulating learning environments. Migrant Head Start program provides full-day, full-year program services to children, ages 0-5 years, of migrant and seasonal farm and agriculture working families where hand-picked and row crops are prevalent. Migrant Head Start program provides full-day, full-year program services to children, ages 0-5 years, of migrant and seasonal farm and agriculture working families where hand-picked and row crops are prevalent.

Position Summary

The Center Office Manager provides high-level administrative and staff support to the center operations consistent with the Head Start Performance Standards (HSPPS) 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

• 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.
• 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. Bilingual English/Spanish required.

We recognize that our success is driven by great talent, and that's why we provide a comprehensive and competitive suite of benefits to serve you and your family.

• Generous Paid Holiday
• Employee Recognition Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days
• Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards
• Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
• Life + Disability options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine & Concierge Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees
• Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles
• Identity Theft Protection& Voluntary Benefits

Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting https://www.eeoc.gov/poster

California Residents: Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc and its subsidiaries will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Right’s Department Fair Chance Act webpage.