Community-Minded Enterprises is recruiting for a Facilities & IT Coordinator

Community-Minded Enterprises (CME) has been serving the Spokane community since 1999. Our vision is to provide integrated services that build resiliency in individuals and families. This position supports the overall mission and vision of Community-Minded Enterprises and Administrative Team.  This position is responsible for ensuring all CME’s facilities are functioning at a high standard and all IT needs are being addressed and met in a timely fashion. This position will develop, implement, and maintain systems and procedures associated with facilities operations and will work with outside vendors as needed. Will also be responsible for troubleshooting IT issues, managing electronics, and training staff on IT and office equipment.

Must have the ability to make decisions with limited input and quickly navigate multiple operational requests; be confortable with high-volume, fast-paced environments. Ideal candidate will be team spirited, detail oriented, have an ambitious mindset and able to work collaboratively with many different groups.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Develop, implement, and maintain systems and procedures associated with facilities operations.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on technology equipment (computers, phones, laptops, iPads, etc.) needs of the organization.
• Act as primary point of contact for facilities related issues and implementation of appropriate resolutions.
• Provide reception and guest support for primary office, including ordering supplies, equipment maintenance and general housekeeping responsibilities.
• Development, implementation, and maintenance of inventory tracking system for electronics and equipment.
• Act as primary point of contact for all outside vendors and facilitate execution of goods and services.
• Provide troubleshooting and training to staff for electronics, including computers, tablets, cell phones, & printers.

Qualifications:

• AA or BA in Facilities Management, Project/Construction Management, IT or Computer degree a plus and prior experience with computer systems required.
• Minimum of 5+ years of prior experience in facilities management, office management, and IT management.
• Expert level knowledge of Office 365 products
• Proficient in a range of information technology tools and platforms including but not limited to Zoom, Teams, JAMF MDM, & texting apps.
• Demonstrated excellent writing, presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent communication, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, self-motivate, prioritize work & manage time effectively.
• Strong competency working both in a team setting and independently.
• Demonstrated capacity for managing details and strategies & experience meeting weekly & monthly goals.
• Excellent listening skills with the ability to give and receive critical feedback.
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, organization & a positive attitude.
• Must have a demonstrated commitment to cultural relevancy, diversity and inclusion with traditionally marginalized communities and have a racial equity mindset.
• Must have valid driver’s license, current auto insurance and able to pass required background checks.

The Facilities and IT Coordinator is a benefited full-time position.  CME provides an extremely generous salary and benefits package. CME was voted one of the top 35 Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest three years in a row (2018, 2019 & 2020) by the Spokane Journal of Business and Greater Spokane Incorporated (GSI).

We are community focused and these values are the foundation of our work both internally and externally.

To apply send cover letter, one page resume, and three professional references to:

Attention HR Department –

• Email: HR@community-minded.org
• Fax: (509) 290-6278
• Mail: Community-Minded Enterprises 2001 N Division, Ste #130 ~ Spokane, WA 99207.

No phone calls or in-person queries please.

Closed: currently screening candidates

Community-Minded Enterprises is recruiting for an ECEAP Assistant Teacher

This position supports the overall mission and vision of Community-Minded Enterprises and Child Care Aware of Eastern Washington and the Early Achievers program.

The job of the ECEAP Assistant Teacher is to support and work with the Lead Teacher by ensuring that high-quality early learning experiences are being offered in the classroom and meeting the ECEAP Performance Standards and EA Quality Standards and that family support are offered as an integral part of the program.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage the ECEAP classroom in the absence of the Lead Teacher.
• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
• Observe, assess, document and plan for children’s development
• Support the Lead Teacher in conducting health screenings for the children.
• Support the Lead Teacher in designing and maintaining a learning environment based on the ECERS-R
• Engage in, build, and maintain developmentally appropriate teacher-child interactions bases on the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS).
• Implement and supervise developmentally appropriate learning activities.
• Assist the Lead Teacher in monitoring and overseeing safe, healthy, and appropriate food handling and service per ECEAP Performance Standards, USDA requirements, and EA Quality Standards.

Qualifications:

• Current Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA) awarded by the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition. A.A. degree in Early Childhood Education or higher preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience working in an early learning environment.
• Current pediatric CPR/1st Aid certificate/bloodborne certification *or able to obtain by hire
• Current WA State Department of Health Food Workers Card. *or able to obtain by hire
• Tested negative on the Mantoux Tuberculosis (TB) skin test in the past 12 months.
• Completed training in preventing, identifying, and reporting child abuse and neglect.
• Knowledge of Early Achievers Quality Standards (including ECERS-R and CLASS) and ELMS
• Knowledge of ECEAP Performance Standards, MERIT, and Creative Curriculum Gold data systems.
• Ability to work independently, self-motivate, prioritize work & manage time effectively.
• Ability to keep and maintain organized child, family, and classroom files and documentation.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills and proven ability to act in a professional manner.
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural relevancy, diversity & inclusion.
• Proficient using all Microsoft Office programs and be able to pass criminal history background checks.

CME is a progressive, collaborative organization with a commitment to community sustainability.

The ECEAP Assistant Teacher is a benefited full-time position (40 hours week).  CME provides an extremely generous salary and benefits package. CME was voted one of the top 35 Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest two years in a row (2018 & 2019) by the Spokane Journal of Business and Greater Spokane Incorporated (GSI).  We are community-focused, and these values are the foundation of our work both internally and externally.

To apply send a cover letter, one-page resume, and three professional references to:

Attention HR Department:

• Email: HR@community-minded.org
• Fax: (509) 290-6278; or
• Mail: Community-Minded Enterprises 2001 N Division, Ste #130 ~ Spokane, WA 99207

No phone calls or in-person queries, please.

Closed: currently screening candidates