Program Assistant, Child and Family Center

Nevada System of Higher Education • Elko, NV

11d • $38,000 - $50,000 • Onsite

About The Position

This position will be responsible for supporting the needs of the Child Center and State Pre-K/Preschool Development grant programs as defined by the Child Center Director. This position will be responsible for coordinating student enrollment, maintaining accurate student files, planning and implementing monthly family engagement events, and administrative support to the Director.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or other related field (including management and/or leadership).
• Three to five years experience in the Early Childhood Education setting.
• Evidence of strong written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of computers including the Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated organizational, planning, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to respond, make decisions and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, every changing environment.
• Resume/CV – List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.
• Cover Letter
• Three Supervisory References – Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position.
• Transcripts
• Background Check
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Administrative duties to included but not limited to: enrolling students in classes; maintaining the filings system of student health records and employee files; front desk reception; track, invoice and collect tuition payments; posting and depositing program payments and tracking delinquent accounts; maintaining inventory and replenishing office and school supplies.
• Assist with all required trainings, Open Houses, Family Engagement events, and all end-of-year programs and graduations.
• Model attitudes, behaviors, and techniques which contribute to the overall harmonious operation of the program.
• Promote positive public relations with all contacts within and outside of the Child and Family Center.
• Participation in Child Center Advisory Board, faculty senate and other committees.
• Provide teachers with support as needed.
• Other duties appropriate to the position as assigned by the Director.

Benefits

• Health insurance options including medical, dental and vision
• 12 paid holidays
• Life insurance, long-term disability
• Generous annual and sick leave with 24 annual leave days, a beginning balance of 30 sick leave days.
• ComPsych supports employees through life's difficult moments.
• No state income tax!
• Free Parking
• Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees
• Reduced-rate tuition benefit for faculty and qualified dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level