Facilities and Transportation Specialist

`Operations Specialist

Exempt Position

`POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Head Start Director, assist in planning, organizing, and monitoring of facilities and transportation areas to ensure compliance with all state, federal, and local standards.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

GOALS OF THE POSITION

· All facilities will meet federal, state, and local licensing requirements.

· All bus routes will meet all federal, state, and local licensing requirements.

· All health, safety, or maintenance concerns will be handled promptly to minimize interruptions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

· Follow and implement the program guidelines prescribed by Head Start, Childcare Licensing, WV Board of Education, Health Department, the Agency, and other regulating agencies.

· Maintain a positive cultural environment.

· Reports all child abuse/neglect cases following the agency’s policies/procedures.

· Participate in program quality improvement activities such as self-assessment, ongoing monitoring, strategic planning, etc.

· Annually arrange and conduct Health and Safety screenings within the first 45 days of school and provide follow-up visits as needed.

· Lead quarterly Safety Team meetings to address health and safety concerns, identify trends, establish policies/procedures, etc.

· Prepare, advertise, and award bids according to policies/procedures.

· Coordinate facilities maintenance with inspectors, contractors, Operations Coordinator, Center Directors, and Maintenance Technician

· Directs, supervises and evaluates the maintenance personnel and Operations Coordinator

· Maintains a Five-Year Facilities Plan and SDS Booklets

· Ensure facilities licenses, insurance, inspections, and other required permits are maintained to comply with all regulatory requirements.

· Maintain up-to-date facilities tracking systems and follow-up documentation for safety scans, work orders, licenses, etc.

• Arrange for repairs, maintenance, and annual inspections of all school buses and other Head Start vehicles as needed.

· Complete Onboarding Evaluations with all Commercial Driver License employees annually

· Approves all bus routes to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.

· Maintains an up-to-date transportation tracking system for vehicle maintenance, repairs, inspections, registration cards, insurance cards, etc.

· Collaborate with the Center Director to address monitoring concerns.

· Provides professional development opportunities that meet all regulatory requirements.

· Perform minor repairs or drive a bus as needed.

SECONDARY DUTIES:

· Other duties and functions as requested.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

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• Communication, Written – Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely; able to read and write on a 10th-grade level
• Communication, Oral – Ability to communicate effectively using the spoken word.
• Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Customer Oriented – Ability to care for customers’ needs while following agency procedures.
• Motivational Skills – Ability to inspire positive action in customers, partners, funders, and coworkers
• Interpersonal – Ability to get along well with various personalities and individuals.
• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Detail-oriented – Ability to create and manage records that ensure compliance
• Systems Analysis – Ability to determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.

· Demonstrated success in planning, organization, goal setting, and team relations.

· Familiarity with and sensitivity to the needs of specialized populations.

· Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professional standards of conduct.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. with two years related experience and demonstrated knowledge of general building maintenance and facilities management is required.
• Possesses an in-state Class C Commercial Driver’s License or can obtain one within three months of being hired.
• Possesses Certified CDL Instructor Certification or can obtain certification.

• Minimum of two years of closely related work experience preferred.

• General familiarity with Microsoft Office and data entry programs

• A valid CDL Class C driver’s license or able to obtain within three months of hire and proof of liability insurance
• Acceptable pre-employment criminal background check, protective service record check, sex offender check, substance abuse screening, driving record, etc. Continue to pass all employment screenings.
• Regular physical examinations documenting job fitness.
• Able to obtain/retain a Certified CPR/First Aid Instructor Certification within five months of hire
• Complete OSHA and Lead Testing Training
• Able to obtain/retain National Program for Playground Safety: Early Childhood Playground Safety Inspector Certification within four months of hire.
• Able to obtain and/or maintain other required licensing, as needed S.T.A.R.S. certification, food handlers card, etc.

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· Must be able to tolerate loud/high-pitched noises daily.

· Must be able to climb steps and ramps up to 80 times throughout the workday

· Must be able to work inside/outside in cold/moderate/hot temperatures.

· Must be able to maneuver easily within a 24-inch-wide opening.

· Must be able to lift/carry up to 60 pounds regularly and 80 lbs. in an emergency.

· Must be able to sit/stand for extended periods.

· Must be able to walk on various surfaces a minimum of 5 miles throughout the workday and up to 3 miles at one time (field trip)

· Must be physically and mentally capable.

EEO employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.59 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22