Business and Community Outreach Specialist Jamestown, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=402+Chandler+St.+Jamestown+NY+USA+14701) • Child Care Council Job Type Full-time Description Position Data: Grade: Exempt Non-Exempt Reports to: Child Care Council Director Basic Function or Position Summary: Provide business training, intensive technical assistance and support to all licensed, registered and legally-exempt child care programs to enhance and support the program’s business practices. Pay is $18.44 per hour. Security Clearance:V,A,C,R Requirements Position Responsibilities and Specific Duties: + Works with businesses, economic development professionals, elected officials andcommunity members in Chautauqua County to encourage business support of childcare and increase the affordability and availability of child care + Plans and delivers technical assistance, intensive technical support, and training to child care programs to improve the quality of their business practices and care services. + Support child care programs in the design of a sustainable budget for their business + Complete ASPIRE registry and state training approval processes as a Verified Specialty Trainer + Evaluate the specific needs of different programs and providers by using the Program + Administration Scale (PAS) and the Business Administration Scale (BAS). Consider factors like child care shortages, demand for child care, economic growth, and workforce data to develop individual business plans. + Develop and deliver presentations aimed at child care providers that focuses on the grants available to them + Develop and deliver business trainings across the continuum of child care business needs. + Connect with experts around topics such as payroll options, tax preparation, legal advise, understanding local child care demand, using social media + Assist businesses in creating or obtaining materials for them that will help employees in choosing the best child care for their family + Assist businesses in to complete feasibility and utilization studies of the current child care landscape in the area around/near their business + Plan and lead round table discussions to facilitate idea generation and collaboration on the support of child care + Participate in regional, statewide, and national child care business operations/practices groups + Works collaboratively with OCFS and creates partnerships on a state and local level with stakeholder groups. + Assists in the compilation of material for the Annual Report, CCR&R’s provider newsletter by preparing needed reports, program summaries, success stories, and required narratives. + Supports Court in community outreach and court back up + Promotes agency mission. + Maintains confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics. + Maintains consistent professional customer service. + Job performance incorporates integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency. + Other duties as designated by supervisor. Key Working Relationships: A. Internal: Child Care Council staff, Systems Compliance and Marketing Specialist, Outreach team and CODI B. External: Community agencies, Elected Officials, OCFS, ECLC, Providers, Partners, and Funders Supervisory Scope: A. Number of staff supervised: 0 B. Titles supervised: None Organizational Responsibilities: + Adheres to all policies and procedures. + Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes. + Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate. + Participates in organizational and divisional management systems. Knowledge, Skills Required: + Associate degree required in business, marketing, early childhood education, or human services. Bachelors degree preferred + 2 years’ experience in the operation of business required + Understands best practices for child care businesses and provides assistance to child care businesses to follow best practices. + Knowledgeable about business grants that are available to providers + Strong communication skills both oral and written. + Strong organizational skills + Ability to work independently, effectively manage own schedule and the ability to work as an effective team member + Ability to establish and maintain positive and cooperative relationships. + Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Docs. Physical: + Ability to lift up to and including 10-25 pounds of physical effort. Special Requirements: + Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times + Valid Driver’s license + Reliable transportation + Authorized Driver of a COI Vehicle + Ability to travel throughout the county + Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing required + Works compassionately with a diverse population