THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT OKDHS EMPLOYEES ONLY.

This position will be located in Duncan, Lawton, or Altus, Oklahoma.

Child Care Licensing Specialist IV - H24D

Annual Salary : $51,.56 / per year

Travel is extensive. Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master's degree in early childhood education, child development, or social work, PLUS 3 years of child care licensing experience;
• OR a Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, or social work, PLUS 4 years of child care licensing experience, early childhood education, or social work, with a minimum of 3 years specifically in Child Care Licensing;
• OR a Bachelor's degree in any field, plus 5 years of experience in child care licensing, early childhood education, or social work, with a minimum of 3 years specifically in Child Care Licensing.

Preference Statement

• Preference may be given to applicants who have experience in early childhood and / or child development background.
• Bilingual with written and conversational skills in Spanish.

Job Responsibilities

• Hold individual conferences with staff and review case records and correspondence to verify compliance with agency policies and procedures.
• Give final approval for permit and license issuance or make a recommendation to State Office on license denial or revocation.
• This position must interview and hire child care licensing specialists and maintain personnel records.
• Will attend all meetings, required training, and workshops.

Last updated : 2024-05-17