This position:

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  Is eligible for a 5% bilingual differential for bilingual skills in a language that meets department and/or community needs

• Word Processing and Data Entry
  • Creates letters, forms, and reports;
  • Maintains and monitor database information;
  • Generates and translates newsletters, memos, etc. from provided content;
  • Generates required reports as assigned.
• Special Projects
  • Provides support for Agency level projects, as assigned;
  • Assists with coordination of meetings and/or events.
• Filing
  • Sorts, cross references, and files letters, reports and/or other documents;
  • Supports ESM with collection of forms and documents;
  • Maintains up-to-date files and systems.
• Mail
  • Opens, sorts, and/or distributes incoming mail, messages, and/or reports;
  • Picks-up and drops-off interagency and postal mail/packages as directed.
• Photocopies, collates, and laminates letters, forms, reports, classroom materials, and newsletters.
• Appointments and Referral for Children and Families
  • Assists in scheduling, tracking, and following up on appointments and referrals;
  • Maintains and files information received for appointments and referrals;
  • Completes agency applications with clients.
• Trainings and Meetings
  • Attends trainings and/or meetings
  • Takes minutes of meetings and distributes
• Center Supplies
  • Manages, orders, purchases, and inventories center supplies as assigned.
• Answers phones and directs calls appropriately.
• Maintains financial records as assigned.
• Operates and maintains center office equipment.

• Assists site teams to ensure all services are available to enrolled children as assigned by the ESM.
• Conducts monthly evacuation drills
• Provides backup for bus monitor, nutrition, and classroom services.
• Assists with daily cleaning and maintenance as needed.

• Performs other related duties as assigned and appropriate.
• Reports suspected cases of child abuse or neglect in accordance to state law and agency policy.
• Administers medication (i.e. Epi pen, inhaler) and diapers as needed.
• Provides assistance to parents, volunteers, and the general public as needed at the center
• Promotes and actively facilitates good teamwork and team building with the entire site staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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  Must be enrolled in the Oregon Central Background Registry prior to beginning employment. Enrollment must be continuous in order to maintain employment.
• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Bilingual preferred in English with fluency also in Spanish, or another language that meets the community/department’s needs
• One-year general office or customer service experience
• Ability to carry out oral and written directions, read, write and speak at a level sufficient to fulfill the duties to be performed for the position described
• Experience working with diverse backgrounds of the College's community, students and employees; demonstrated commitment to promoting access and diversity
• Proficiency utilizing a computer

• Associate's degree or higher

Additional Qualifications

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  Post-offer fitness for duty evaluation, must be obtained within 30 days of hire date:
  • TB screening
  • Health appraisal
• Central Background Registry enrollment
• Health and Safety (IHHS) Certification within 30 days of hire
• Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect (RRCAN) Certification within 30 days of hire
• Prevention is Better Than Treatment Certification within 30 days of hire
• Safe Sleep within 30 days of hire (EHS Staff only)
• Current Infant/Child First Aid/CPR certification within 60 days of hire
• Obtain Food Handlers Certificate within 30 days of hire

• Knowledge of and ability to understand issues of difference, privilege, and social justice and to eliminate racial and ethnic disparities
• Ability to cultivate a respectful, inclusive and accessible learning and working environment.
• Ability to relate in a positive, nurturing and supportive way, both verbally and physically, and be sensitive to the needs of children, parents, and co-workers.
• Ability to react and respond quickly and safely when dealing with children or in situations that involve children.
• Ability to maintain and promote a safe and pleasant work environment.
• Ability to follow safety regulations, policies, and procedures
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to be organized, flexible and resolution oriented.
• Ability to multi- task, make sound judgments and demonstrate appropriate role modeling.
• Ability to maintain full and complete attention to children at all times.
• Ability to work as a team member and to be self-directed.

Working Conditions
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs a distance of 10 feet. Ability to push/pull up to 50 lbs. a distance of 10 yards. Sufficient mobility and range of motion to perform repetitive standing, walking, balancing, stooping, bending, crouching, crawling, sitting on the floor, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and twisting for up to 8 hours per day. Sufficient stamina to perform job duties at frequency required. Ability to react quickly to the physical actions of children. Ability to perform physical requirements of bus monitor duties: Sufficient vision and hearing to perform job duties. Sufficient manual dexterity and eye- hand coordination to perform job duties.
Exposure to Hazards: Unpredictable child and family behavior, hazardous chemicals, contagious conditions, work with office equipment. Driving and riding in motor vehicles. Working conditions include indoor/outdoor environments, preschool center classrooms, playgrounds, and offices, frequent local and occasional out-of-town travel.

Important Information
This position Is eligible for a 5% bilingual differential for bilingual skills in a language that meets department and/or community needs
If you require technical support with your account or application, please call 855-524-5627.

The College reserves the right to request proof of degree or certification at a later date if these documents are required as part of the qualifications for the position.

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

MHCC is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need.

Mt. Hood Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.