North Idaho College · 16 hours ago
Head Start Program Assistant
Coeur d'Alene, ID
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$18.42/hr - $20.03/hr
1+ years expNorth Idaho College is seeking a highly organized Program Assistant for their Head Start program in Coeur d'Alene. This role is essential in maintaining efficient office operations and supporting daily activities, compliance documentation, and coordination of events and meetings.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Support daily operations by coordinating onboarding activities, maintaining specialized records and databases, scheduling meetings and events, and managing purchasing and inventory needs
Assist with compliance-related documentation, support licensing and background check processes, prepare reports and program materials, and serve as recorder for program and committee meetings
Help coordinate facility use and maintenance, order recruitment and janitorial supplies, manage calendars and travel arrangements, and support strategic planning and non-federal share tracking
Qualification
Required
A.A.S. Administrative Assistant or AA/AS in Business field or certification from a two-year college or professional/technical school or program
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Communication/Marketing, Public Administration or related field
A minimum of one year's experience in an office setting
Meet all training and certification requirements for childcare licensing and Head Start Program Performance Standards
Maintain current Infant/child & Adult CPR and First Aid
Pass an enhanced background check including fingerprinting, as required by Head Start Program Performance Standards and Child Care Licensing requirements, prior to first day of work
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with people from diverse ethnic, cultural and linguistic backgrounds
Positive approach to Early Childhood Development programs, health, and social services
Demonstrated written, oral, and organizational skills
Advanced knowledge of commonly used computer software programs including data collection systems
Demonstrate professional ethics and confidentiality
Represent the Head Start program in the community and with other professionals, positively and with professionalism
Benefits
Enjoy excellent benefits, including retirement
3 personal days per year
10 sick days per year
9 paid holidays
Tuition assistance
Company
North Idaho College
North Idaho College is a school in Coeur D'alene.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ken Wardinsky
Chief Information Officer
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