Job Details
Job Location
CC - Quigg Newton - Denver, CO
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Salary Range
$24.00 - $28.00 Hourly
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Education
Description
Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.
ECE Operations Specialist
Full-time (Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week)
OUR PURPOSE
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.
Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.
Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The ECE Operations Specialist manages the general personnel operations of Early Childhood Education (ECE) division. Implements and analyzes the systems necessary to ensure operational aspects of program to improve efficiency and effectiveness of ECE personnel documentation, background check requirements, and onboarding.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• In collaboration with other ECE staff, work to ensure successful daily operations of ECE programs.
• Responsible for initiating staff electronic files, coordinating maintenance with Center Directors & Administrative Team, and ongoing monitoring to ensure CDEC compliance.
• Updates HS & EHS Quarterly Personnel Reports and ECE Staff Matrix.
• Initiates state and federal fingerprint, sex offender, child abuse, and state-based background checks for prospective employees.
• Monitors ECE personnel background checks; submits paperwork and fees to ensure all checks are updated as required per CDEC.
• Obtains both initial and renewal background check reports, ensures follow-up as indicated, and distributes per agency policy.
• In charge of the onboarding process for new employees in conjunction with ECE and HR department colleagues to assure agency, state, and federal compliance.
• Monitors, tracks, and processes local, state, and federal personnel requirements as they relate specifically to the ECE program.
• Implements and analyzes agency policies & procedures as assigned to ensure compliance.
• Participates in the interview process and works with the hiring team to hire qualified applicants.
• Coordinates, tracks, and collects data for grant and agency reporting.
• Any other tasks or duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands to handle and feel. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Travel: Moderate within local area.
• Noise Level: Moderate.

OTHER

• Equipment Used: General office.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel as classified.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated ability to implement complex systems to ensure high quality program delivery, analyze data, make recommendations to improve ECE operations as they relate to personnel.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft office and database systems to input information, maintain client and program data, generate reports, and create communications.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. Bilingual Preferred.
• Knowledge of CDEC and HSPPS reporting and administration requirements.

• Knowledge of the service population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and diverse client base.
• Ability to follow written policies and procedures. Reasoning ability to make suggestions and recommendations grounded in best practice theory.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) or equivalent from accredited college/university in a related field; and two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid CO driver's license, satisfactory driving record and proof of insurance required.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Salary: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour dependent upon experience and qualifications.
Schedule: Monday through Friday. This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week.
Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Public Speaking; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.
Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:
Extensive Paid Time Off including 15 Paid Holidays annually (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing yearly) promoting work life balance. 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation. Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent's premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date. May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!
We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.
Drug-Free Workplace
Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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