The Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development (COAD) is a 50-year-old nonprofit organization that provides direct services to Ohio’s Appalachian counties in Early Care and Education, AmeriCorps Seniors, Weatherization and Energy Efficiency, and serves the state of Ohio in its accredited Weatherization Training Center. Our regional approach offers many unique benefits including connecting a credentialed workforce with meaningful employment.

As one of the largest non-profits in the region, we strive to improve the quality of life in Appalachia and eliminate the burden of poverty through targeted programs which advocate and serve underrepresented households and individuals. We are currently seeking a talented individual who is passionate about “making a difference” in their community to join our growing team.

The Opportunity:

We are currently seeking a Child Care Business Support Specialist who will be responsible for recruiting childcare providers throughout the Service Delivery Area. Responsibilities include assisting potential providers throughout the licensing process, training, and successfully opening their business to increase the number of open slots for children in Ohio’s Appalachian region. This position will also be responsible for engaging with employers to emphasize the need for childcare providers in the region and provide them with information that they may need in order to start or support a childcare business.

Key Responsibilities:

· Recruit and serve potential childcare providers; engage in activities that increase supply, availability, access, and expansion of early care and education options in the region.

· Work alongside county agencies in assisting family childcare providers throughout the licensing process.

· Provide high quality training and technical assistance to current and potential providers of childcare services to increase efficiencies of daily operations and to ensure sustainable ECE fiscal management and overall business operations.

· Work in close cooperation with regional small business development centers, economic development offices, financial institutions, and others to ensure that providers have access to efficient, coordinated services and resources relating to business support.

· Provide outreach services to area businesses to assess their need for childcare for employees and assist them, as needed, in providing childcare information on how to open or support a childcare business.

· Maintain databases and anecdotal records to inform reporting and outreach efforts; Assists with coordination of regional data collection, reporting, and analysis within the district office.

· Present a positive public image of COAD; make community presentations related to special projects as assigned.

Key Qualifications:

· A minimum of an Associate Degree in a related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred)

· Experience with Ohio’s childcare system and/or experience in community outreach is preferred

· Sales background and/or business development experience

• Fluency with MS suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Demonstrated ability to bring together unlikely partners with networking and outreach to reach creative and innovative solutions.

What You Get:

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, paid holidays; vision, dental, and medical insurance with an HSA option; generous retirement match, professional development opportunities, an incentivized employee wellness program, and an inclusive employee assistance program. Plus the opportunity to work in a great culture with a team that is committed to making our community a better place for everyone. COAD believes that having a diverse and inclusive workplace not only strengthens our work but is also essential for understanding and creating programs that support our target population. COAD is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to building a diverse inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, citizenship status, caregiver status, or other categories protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Marietta, OH 45750: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Marietta, OH 45750