Job Summary

Date of First Consideration: May 20, 2024
Salary Range: $52,592 - $70,749 yearly, depending on qualifications and experience

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The Parent Child Center (PCC) is the home of Shoreline's youngest learners. The PCC is a licensed childcare facility and early-learning lab located on the campus of Shoreline Community College. We participate in Washington State's Early Achievers program and serve Shoreline Community College students, employees, and community members.

The Early Childhood Program Specialist 4 (ECPS3) is responsible for the daily management of Parent-Child Center operations under the leadership of the Parent Child Center Director. Duties include planning, organizing, executing, and evaluating Center activities as well as ensuring all childcare activities conform with regulations and Washington State Day Care Licensing provisions.

Primary job responsibilities include:

• Supervise part-time staff as well as manage/coordinate student interns/volunteers performing childcare functions.
• Develop/deliver staff orientation and training relative to operating policies and Center activities.
• Manage enrollment, waiting lists, and withdrawals including the administration of tuition, fees, billing, and payments.
• Supervise classroom curriculum planning for GOLD assessment compliance.
• Regularly confer with parents and staff to discuss child development and address any parent concerns.
• Coordinate regularly reoccurring family engagement activities in compliance with Center and College policies.
• Track and reconcile program budgets, project costs, and provide funding updates as assigned.

Ensure the ongoing going preparation and maintenance of program records and reports.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience:

• Forty-Five college credit hours in Early Childhood Education or related field, AND
• Four (4) years of supervisory and/or administrative experience working in a group setting with children of multiple ages, OR equivalent education/experience.

Legal Qualifications:

• First Aid/CPR certification*
• TB Test/HIV/Bloodborne Pathogen*
• Portable Background Check*

• Current certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

Knowledge Of:

• Microsoft Office applications such as SharePoint, Excel, Outlook, and Word programs
• State childcare licensure requirements, DSHS, RCWs, Title 388 WAC, County Health Dept Policies
• Early Achiever program guidelines/requirements and best practices in Early Childhood Education.

Skill In:

• Fostering a climate of equity and belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness
• Time management, organization, and ability to meet competing deadlines/priorities
• Entering and/or retrieving data accurately in computerized record keeping systems
• Handling difficult and sensitive situations, using independent judgment within legal guidelines
• Writing/editing/proofreading clear and concise materials resulting in effective oral and written communication with individuals inside and/or outside of the College
• Working cooperatively with a diverse group of students, staff, and the public in a friendly, courteous, and helpful manner.

Conditions of Employment

Terms Of Employment/Salary:
This position is allocated to pay range 49 ($52,592 - $70,749 yearly) under the Washington State Office of Financial Management higher education salary schedule. Salary placement for new employees is determined by the College. This position works 40 hours per week, with a schedule dependent upon department needs. Hiring of this position is contingent on available funding as determined by the College President.

Other Conditions:
Shoreline Community College is committed to providing equal opportunity in education and employment for all students, employees, and applicants, and does not allow discrimination or harassment on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully
admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. For our full non-discrimination statement and contact information, visit: .

Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with the College. This includes, but is not limited to recruitment, application, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact the Office of Human Resources at .

In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment. This position is overtime eligible.

In accordance with RCW 28B.112.080, applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current or past places of employment.

This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees - Higher Education Community College Coalition.

 

Required Materials

To be considered for this position, please submit the following:

• NEOGOV online profile, application, and supplemental question(s)
• Letter of interest describing relevant knowledge, skills, and characteristics that align with the position.
• Current resume

Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’ suitability for the positions.

Please Note: Once application materials have been submitted, you may not modify the application.

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Shoreline Community College is a place for students, employees, and the community to pursue excellence in education in an environment dedicated to equity, inclusiveness, and self-reflection. We value respectful, dynamic interactions and lively discussion. We strive to create an environment where everyone is supported and valued. Shoreline Community College does not tolerate hateful, violent, or discriminatory actions that target any person or group based on their beliefs, customs, identity, or affiliations. When one of us is diminished, all of us are diminished.