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OCCRRA Career Opportunities


Current open positions:


Dietician

 

OCCRRA is seeking a self motivated, organized, detail-oriented team member to serve as part-time Healthy Child Care Ohio Nutrition Coordinator.

 

This position provides direct services to child care providers in Ohio and coordinates statewide nutrition programming.

 

Requirements:

  • Licensed dietician and/or registered dietician

  • Highly proficient in MS Office, including Excel

  • Ability to prioritize assignments

  • Coordinate event logistics

  • Possess excellent written/verbal communication skills & and willingness to travel in state

Background check required. Submit cover letter and resume with salary history to: jsantmire@occrra.org.

 

Experience with early childhood programs preferred.


Position Title:              PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT REGISTRY ASSOCIATE

Accountable To:          Director of Professional Development, OCCRRA

FSLA Status:               Non-Exempt

Date Revised:              March 14, 2008

 

JOB SUMMARY:

The Professional Development Registry Associate will assist with the development and implementation of Ohio’s Professional Development Registry.  This position will provide information to the early childhood community regarding the policies, procedures and benefits of the registry.  In addition data entry and verification, based on established policies and procedures, will be a foundational responsibility of the position.

 

SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist early care and education professionals in the initial log-in process for the Professional Development Registry.

  • Assist with the establishment and implementation of Registry policies and procedures.

  • Work with the Data/IS Director and/or consultants to further the development of the Registry design and to enhance its usability.

  • Verify files for professionals entered in the Registry in a timely manner.

  • Organize, maintain and update files for registered professionals in a confidential manner.

  • Update and maintain child care center lists in relation to Registry activity for Step UP To Quality.

  • Attend meetings in the professional development system as needed and/or assigned.

  • Present informational sessions on the Registry to the greater community as needed.

  • Provide statistical information and reports for the Registry as requested.

  • Additional tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • BA/BS in Early Childhood Development or a related field preferred.

  • Three years of professional development experience.

  • Understanding of the professional development delivery system.

  • Strong project management skills.

  • Track record of a proactive work style, organized, and ability to be both a "big picture thinker" with high attention to detail important to success.

  • Documented oral and written communication skills, time management skills, and organizational skills.

  • Literate in Microsoft Office.

CONDITIONS OF WORK:

  • Full-time position.

  • Flexible hours varying from the 40 hour week, including occasional evenings & weekend hours & overnight travel.

  • Occasional travel required.

  • Benefits available.

Background check required. Submit cover letter and resume with salary history by April 11, 2008 to: druhland@occrra.org.

 

Experience with early childhood programs preferred.


Position Title:              T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® Ohio Associate

Accountable To:          Director, T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® Ohio

FSLA Status:               Non-Exempt

Date Revised:              March 24, 2008

 

JOB SUMMARY

The T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® Ohio Associate is responsible for case management of scholarships issued through the T.E.A.C.H. Ohio program and for providing support and information to T.E.A.C.H. Ohio scholarship recipients, program sponsors, higher education partners, and other supporting organizations.  This position reports to the Director of T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® Ohio.

 

SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide information to prospective program participants; distribute information and application packets upon request.
  • Maintain ongoing communication with and provide assistance to scholarship recipients, sponsors, and higher education partners as needed for successful implementation of program.
  • Maintain complete and accurate hard copy and electronic records; maintain contact log of all contacts with and on behalf of program participants.
  • Review and process applications, scholarship awards, payment requests, invoices and other communication in accord with T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® Ohio program guidelines.
  • Encourage scholarship recipients in the establishment of their professional goals, and assist them with developing plans for reaching those goals.
  • As needed, assist scholarship recipients with issues related to course selection, enrollment, and successful completion of coursework.
  • Assist with outreach, advisory committee operations, and public education; make recommendations for and assist with the development of forms, procedures, and policies to support the successful operation of T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® Ohio.
  • Prepare reports as requested.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality with respect to information about program participants, sponsors, and partner organizations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor degree in ECE/CD or closely related professional area; at least one year employment experience in ECE/CD profession.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills.
  • Technology literacy, including ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs; ability to do research via e-mail and internet.
  • Ability to maintain accurate and complete program and fiscal records.
  • Ability to work well with diverse customer and stakeholder organizations.
  • Ability to travel by car and other common carrier as needed to complete assignments.

CONDITIONS OF WORK:

  • Full-time position.

  • Occasional travel required.

  • Benefits available.

Valid Ohio Drivers License and background check required.

 

Submit resume w/ job specific cover letter by April 11 via e-mail to: teach@occrra.org.


 

OCCRRA is an equal opportunity employer.

 

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