The Helen L. Greathouse Children’s Center Secretary provides support to the director and staff at the HLG Children’s Center and Children’s Center at Manor Park.

High school diploma or equivalent- verification required within 30 days of employment
Must be at least 18 years of age
Two years of clerical experience
Proficient in computers and software usage (Microsoft Office), iPads, 10 key, copy and fax machines, and the English language
Good organization skills, phone etiquette, multi-tasking, and excellent public relations skills
Must successfully pass a FBI fingerprint check and criminal history background check
Employee is required to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification within 90 days of hire
Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License, good driving record, and be insurable on Midland College’s insurance policy

Experience working in a child care setting
Current CPR and First Aid Certification
Knowledge of Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Licensing (CCL) Minimum Standards

Greet visitors, parents, children, and students with a welcoming attitude
Know, implement and adhere to the Texas Health and Human Services, Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards, Workforce Solutions Permian Basin Child Care Services, Midland College Children’s Centers policies, and Midland College policies
Dependability in attendance, arriving on time, positive job attitude, cooperative with parents, children, and staff, flexibility, willingness to accept change, and keep up with current trends in the field of early childhood development
Responsible for providing a clean, uncluttered front reception area by complying with cleaning policies and regulations; front desk checklist should be completed daily
Monitor security at the front desk, front and back entrance doors, sign in and out logs, visitor registration book, etc.; ask for driver’s license/picture identification of parents or persons picking up children for the first time and cross-check on the Emergency Contact form to those authorized to pick up the child.
Use appropriate phone etiquette when answering phones, direct calls to appropriate extensions, and disseminate information about the Helen Greathouse and the Manor Park Children’s centers
Maintain pertinent office skills and office-related computer applications, 10 key by touch, typing, and keep these skills updated to stay current with technology; must be able to meet deadlines of the program
Responsible for typing, organizing, filing, and maintaining copies of all forms such as waiting list applications, classroom forms, charts, lesson plans, staff and parent handbooks, as well as other materials for the director and staff.
Oversee observation rooms, headphones, cleanliness, etc.
Responsible for assisting with lunch and snack setup
Overseeing that the kitchen area is kept clean and organized
Assist in a classroom during staff breaks and lunchtimes when necessary
Maintain current CPR and First Aid certification and 30 clock hours of annual training for CCL, from the date of hire
Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related tasks and assisting staff in all areas of the Centers as needed
Other duties as assigned

Frequently lifts equipment or paperwork weighing up to 20 pounds and children up to 40 pounds 
Assist with potty training, walking, bending, standing, stooping, reaching, squatting down, stretching, sitting on the floor, rising up from low chairs or when sitting on the floor, and must be able to participate with children on the playground
Ethical behavior, security sensitive work, team oriented, cooperation with coworkers, secure work environment, confidentiality required
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
Use of manual dexterity
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
The person in this position needs to occasionally move or drive from office to other locations on and off campus
Duties indoors and some outdoors

All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, resume, and transcripts (if applicable.) Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with the application.

If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.