Oklahoma Department of Human Services is Hiring a Child Care Licensing Specialist I/II Near Altus, OK
This position is located in Altus, Oklahoma. Child Care Licensing SpecialistAnnual Salary:
LevelI H24A -$38,652.55 Full State Employee Benefits
Level II H24B - $41,550.35 Full State Employee Benefits
Travel is EXTENSIVE.Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance.Help OKDHS ensure that children in your community are safe at childcare facilities! This position is responsible for inspecting child care facilities in local county and surrounding areas, to ensure compliance with regulations. Travel may beextensive, but will be in a state-owned vehicle or mileage will be reimbursed. Minimum QualificationsLevel I: Bachelor's Degree in any field is required; Level II: Applicant may have:
A Master's degree in early childhood education, child development, or social work
ORa Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, and social work, and one year of professional level experience in child care licensing, early childhood education, or social work
OR abachelor's degree in any field plus two years of professional experience in child care licensing, early childhood education, social work, or in a licensed childcare or formal early childhood setting
Job Duties
Manages a caseload inlocal county and surrounding areas;
Monitors and assesses Child Care facilities to ensure compliance with licensing requirements and certification criteria for the differential quality rate and the special needs rate for children with disabilities;
Conducts complaint investigations;
Identifies and investigates unlicensed facilities;
Provides necessary training for caregivers;
Attend all required meetings, training, and workshops;
Other duties as assigned
Preference may be given for applicants with written and conversational skills in Spanish and English
__________________ If you have questions, please contact DHS.Careers@okdhs.org OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer. This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Services. Announcement Number: 24-BB159 83012148/JR36090 Powered by JazzHR PtX3xtOFbb