Compliance Inspector

State-of-Missour; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education seeks a Compliance Inspector to oversee inspections of child care facilities and ensure adherence to state and federal regulations. The role involves interpreting laws, providing guidance to providers, and offering support on child development concerns.

The position emphasizes regular attendance, collaboration with stakeholders, and contributing to safe, compliant child care services across Missouri.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 15 earned credit hours in elementary or early education, sociology, psychology, child development, social work, or closely related field.
• Associate’s Degree with 6 earned credit hours in elementary or early education, sociology, psychology, child development, social work, or closely related field with two or more years of professional or technical experience in elementary or early childhood education, social services for children, or experience in the provision of child care in a licensed family or group child care home, or a licensed or license exempt child care center.
• Four or more years of professional or technical experience in child care licensing, elementary or early childhood education, social services for children, or experience in the provision of child care in a licensed family or group child care home, or a licensed or license exempt child care center and possession of a high school diploma or high school equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Inspect child care facilities to ensure laws and regulations are met.
• Interpret state laws and regulations.
• Perform inspections/investigations of child care facilities to ensure state and/or federal compliance is met.
• Explain state laws and regulations to child care providers and stakeholders.
• Provide technical assistance to child care providers, including informational meetings as needed.
• Provide consultation on problems related to child development, behavior, and health services.
• Demonstrate regular, reliable, and engaged attendance.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with 15 earned credit hours in elementary or early education, sociology, psychology, child development, social work, or closely related field

Associate’s Degree with 6 earned credit hours in elementary or early education, sociology, psychology, child development, social work, or closely related field with two or more years of related experience

Four or more years of professional or technical experience in child care licensing or related field with high school diploma or high school equivalency

Job description

Compliance Inspector – Department of Elementary & Secondary Education

Job Posting Number: 3370031106

Salary: $47,616

Please note: The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above.

Job Location: This position will be located at 1390 Timberlake Manor Parkway, Chesterfield MO 63017

Why you’ll love this position: In this position, you would be guiding regulated child care facilities with compliance and supporting interactions with children, families and the community.

What you’ll do:

• Inspect child care facilities to ensure laws and regulations are met.
• Interpret state laws and regulations.
• Perform inspections/investigations of child care facilities to ensure state and/or federal compliance is met.
• Explain state laws and regulations to child care providers and stakeholders.
• Provide technical assistance to child care providers, including informational meetings as needed.
• Provide consultation on problems related to child development, behavior, and health services.
• Demonstrate regular, reliable, and engaged attendance.

Full job description available upon request.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a minimum of 15 earned credit hours in elementary or early education, sociology, psychology, child development, social work, or a closely related field, or other related area.

OR

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 6 earned credit hours in elementary or early education, sociology, psychology, child development, social work, or a closely related field, or other related area with two or more years of professional or technical experience in elementary or early childhood education, social services for children, or experience in the provision of child care in a licensed family or group child care home, or a licensed or license exempt child care center.

OR

• Four or more years of professional or technical experience in child care licensing, elementary or early childhood education, social services for children, or experience in the provision of child care in a licensed family or group child care home, or a licensed or license exempt child care center and possession of a high school diploma or high school equivalency.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position, please contact: [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity and ... employer: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at [phone], through Missouri Relay System at [phone], or via email at [e-mail].

Notice of Non-Discrimination

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to department programs and to the location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible by persons with disabilities may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Director of Civil Rights Compliance and MOA Coordinator (Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADAAA/Age Act/GINA/USDA Title VI), 2nd Floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480; telephone number 573-522-1775 or TTY 800-735-2966; fax number 573-522-4883; email [e-mail].

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For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at [phone]. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service [phone].

Notice to Applicants

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