Job Description

Under the direct supervision of the RSVP/CACFP Director, the RSVP/CACFP Administrative Assistant will assist with all aspects of the programs and office with emphasis on clerical, receptionist and associated duties.

Dodge City Community College is committed to a policy of non-discrimination in hiring and employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, ancestry or national origin.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To understand and commit to the Mission of the College ~ Dodge City Community College provides a student-centered learning environment where students can achieve their educational, personal, and career goals.
• Assists the RSVP/CACFP Director in training and monitoring home day care providers participating in the Child and Adult Care Food Program.  This will be through on-site reviews, parent survey, on-site training, technical assistance, menu reviews, and regulation guidance.
• Assist RSVP/CACFP Director in recruitment and orientation and placement of RSVP volunteers.
• Assists in evaluation of CACFP provider's menus and attendance records monthly to determine compliance with program guidelines and eligibility for reimbursement
• Establish and maintain a positive relationship with RSVP and CACFP participants.
• Assist RSVP/CACFP Director in all aspects of program including but not limited to special events, trips and other activities involving RSVP/CACFP.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of RSVP and CACFP regulations and guidelines
• Maintain Grant Reports, Reimbursement Files, and Program statistical information files to fulfill audit and review requirements
• Assist with preparation of the newsletter and update of the website and other media resources.
• Provide telephone counseling and support for RSVP/CACFP participants

 The above job description supersedes all previous descriptions.  This description is intended to be a tool to describe the primary purpose of the job and the Essential Functions and Responsibilities.  The job description may not be inclusive of all duties and job responsibilities.  Administration has the right to add to or change the job responsibilities to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods at any time.

_ _REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/GED
• Computer skills
• Clerical/office experience
• Basic secretarial skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work with a diverse populations
• Good report with people
• Must have valid Kansas driver’s license

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree
• Public speaking presentation and other media skills

 SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to hear informational speaker in conversational voice at a distance of 10 feet and by telephone.
• Speak clearly and audibly to individuals in person and on the telephone.
• Stand or sit for long periods of time.
• Able to input data in computer for extended periods
• Able to bend, reach and stoop to perform job functions
• Lift and carry 35 pounds.
• Able to do any physical work assigned

BUILDING ASSIGNMENT

• RSVP/ CACFP Office, Hennessy Hall