Description

PROGRAM SUMMARY

Plaza de la Raza Child Development Services, Inc. (Plaza) is a comprehensive early childhood education program with a focus on school readiness for children zero to five years of age. Developmentally appropriate services are provided for children from low-income families, zero to five years of age. Plaza de la Raza currently serves approximately 700 children and their families.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The primary duties are linked to sourcing goods and services for the organization. Under general supervisor, perform procurement functions that maintain the efficiency of our inventory procedures; manage current needs and anticipates future needs; performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A. Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent is required. AA degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related business field. Education coursework or vocational training in bookkeeping, the principles of accounting and/or payroll and billing practices is highly desirable.

B. Experience

Three (3) years of experience in procurement functions is required, involving the preparation, updating and maintenance of inventory.

C. Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met, or are encountered, by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

D. Medical Examination

Prior to first day of employment, employees must submit a medical screening to demonstrate capacity to perform type of work required, tuberculin (TB) skin test or chest x-ray clearance, immunization records for measles, pertussis (whooping cough) and influenza.

E. Fingerprint Clearances

All potential employees will be subject to obtain fingerprint clearances from the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the Child Abuse Index, Megan’s Law and System for Award Management prior to starting work. 

F. Other Special Requirement

Must have the use of an automobile with adequate insurance coverage and a validCalifornia driver’s license or have available private transportation. 

*Failure to meet medical standards and/or criminal record clearance may result in withdrawal of contingent offer of employment.

BENEFIT PLANS

Plaza offers eligible employees the opportunity to select plans and programs that meet individual and family needs through our comprehensive benefit plans listed below:

Health Care: Medical (Kaiser only), Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability Insurance, and Life Insurance

Financial: 401(k) Plan and Direct Deposit

Paid Time Off: Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave, and Jury Duty

Work/Life Solutions: Life Assistance Program

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Complete an online employment application on www.plazadelarazacds.org; and submit the required documentation: 1) Cover Letter; 2) Resume; and 3) Copy of High School Diploma/GED or AA degree in in Finance, Accounting, or a related business field. Only complete application packets will be considered for the screening and selection process.

2. Submit official transcripts prior to date of hire.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

In addition to fully meeting its obligations for nondiscrimination under federal and state law, Plaza de la Raza Child Development Services is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can learn, live, and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility, and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual, without regard to economic status, ethnic background, veteran status, political views, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.

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