Employment

PROGRAM:  Transportation                  

POSITION(S):   Full-Time –Flex-Van Driver(s) 

 LOCATION:  Pontotoc County             

ENTRY LEVEL Hourly Wage: $13.00 with CDL Passenger Endorsement  $12.00 No-CDL, Exceptional Benefits offered - Health Insurance, PTO and Holiday pay.

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for transporting passengers on both dispatched and established route bases.  Responsible for the safety and well-being of passengers, fare collection, passenger logs, and vehicle maintenance. 

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must be 21 years old.  Must have and maintain an accident-free driving record.  Must posses a valid Oklahoma drivers license.  Must have a clear background.  Prefer driving experience in all weather conditions, knowledge of the area, and vehicle mechanical knowledge. Pre-employment drug testing and criminal background check is mandatory.

PROGRAM:  Transportation                  

POSITION(S):   Full Time –Flex-Van Driver(s) 

 LOCATION:  Ardmore                          

ENTRY LEVEL Hourly Wage: $13.00 CDL with Passenger Endorsement $ 12.00 No-CDL,  Exceptional Benefits offered, PTO and Holiday pay                                                                                

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for transporting passengers on both dispatched and established route bases.  Responsible for the safety and well-being of passengers, fare collection, passenger logs, and vehicle maintenance. 

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 21 years old.  Must have and maintain an accident-free driving record.  Must have a valid Oklahoma drivers license.  Must have a clear background.  Prefer driving experience in all weather conditions, knowledge of the area, and vehicle mechanical knowledge. Pre-employment drug testing and criminal background check is mandatory.

PROGRAM:  Head Start - NW                

POSITION(S):  Certified Teacher  (10 month position)

LOCATION(s): Alva                              

JOB SUMMARY:  To provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for children while they are in the Head Start environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips.) To promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of Head Start children. Encourage parent involvement in all aspects of the program. To develop individual goals for children, provide on-going assessment on progress and facilitate transition into kindergarten.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor’s Degree is required.  Must have valid Teaching Certificate in early childhood.  Prefer Child Development Associate Credential. Experience in pre-school classroom is required, two years is preferred. Excellent communication skills, working knowledge of available community resources and Head Start program components. OSBI background check and Oklahoma DHS Criminal Background Review required. Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and proof of auto insurance. Within 30 days of employment must be Pediatric first aid and CPR certified. Employment is conditional pending immediate enrollment in Head Start Orientation. Ability to respond appropriately (both mentally and physically) to an emergency or a crisis situation. Daily kneeling, stooping, bending, and sitting on the floor to attend to children's needs. Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

PROGRAM:  Head Start - NW                       

POSITION(S):  Certified Teacher

LOCATION(s): Woodward

JOB SUMMARY: To provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for children while they are in the Head Start environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips.) To promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of Head Start children. Encourage parent involvement in all aspects of the program. To develop individual goals for children, provide on-going assessment on progress and facilitate transition into kindergarten.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor’s Degree is required.  Must have valid Teaching Certificate in early childhood.  Prefer Child Development Associate Credential. Experience in pre-school classroom is required, two years is preferred. Excellent communication skills, working knowledge of available community resources and Head Start program components. OSBI background check and Oklahoma DHS Criminal Background Review required. Valid Oklahoma Driver's License and proof of auto insurance. Within 30 days of employment must be Pediatric first aid and CPR certified. Employment is conditional pending immediate enrollment in Head Start Orientation. Ability to respond appropriately (both mentally and physically) to an emergency or a crisis situation. Daily kneeling, stooping, bending, and sitting on the floor to attend to children's needs. Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

PROGRAM:  Head Start-ORG    

POSITION(S):  Child Care Provider – Extended Day - Part-Time Position                                                                              

LOCATION: Ada Head Start       

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for attending to a group of three and/or four-year-old children after the end of the regular Head Start schedule.  Must interact with the children at all times.  Shares in the responsibility for the safety and well-being of the children.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.  Must demonstrate capacity for effectively caring for pre-school aged children and must be free of any communicable diseases and have no criminal record as verified by the OSBI and DHS.  Must obtain and maintain First Aide and CPR certification within thirty days of employment. Must have a current Oklahoma driver’s license, proof of automobile vehicle insurance, and a good driving record is required.

PROGRAM: Transportation
POSITION(S): Full Time –Flex-Van Driver(s)
LOCATION: Coalgate
ENTRY LEVEL Hourly Wage: $13.00 CDL, $12.00 No-CDL

Exceptional Benefits offered - Health Insurance, PTO and Holiday pay.

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for transporting passengers on both dispatched and established route bases. Responsible for the safety and well-being of passengers, fare collection, passenger logs, and vehicle maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 21 years old. Must have and maintain an accident-free driving record. Must have a valid Oklahoma drivers license. Must have a clear background. Prefer driving experience in all weather conditions, knowledge of the area, and vehicle mechanical knowledge. Pre-employment drug testing and criminal background check is mandatory.

PROGRAM:  Head Start                      

POSITION(S):  Cook – (10-month position)

LOCATION:  Marietta                                      

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for planning and preparing balanced meals, posting menus, purchasing groceries, and cleaning dishes, utensils, and kitchen.  Shares a general responsibility for the safety and well being of the children enrolled at the Head Start center.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must have attained the age of 18 years and have acquired a high school diploma or GED.  Must produce proof annually of negative Tuberculosis Tine Test.  Prefer previous experience in working with pre-school children, food service, and commercial cleaning. Responsible for serving meals and overall cleaning of the Head Start Center. Responsible for the cleaning, sanitizing, and maintenance of the center, including buildings, grounds, and equipment.  Shares a general responsibility for the safety and well-being of the children enrolled in the Head Start Program. OSBI and DHS criminal records verification required.  Must have reliable transportation, a valid Oklahoma drivers license, proof of automobile liability insurance and a good driving record are required. 

PROGRAM:  Head Start - NW               

POSITION(S):  Cook Aide – 12 Month Position

LOCATION:  Laverne

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for the overall cleaning of the Head Start Center.  Responsible for the cleaning, sanitizing, including buildings, grounds, and equipment. Serves meals and supplements to Head Start children. Shares a general responsibility for the safety and well-being of the children enrolled in the Head Start Program.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must have attained the age of 18 years and have acquired a high school diploma or GED.  Must produce proof annually of negative Tuberculosis Tine Test.  Prefer previous experience in working with pre-school children, food service, and commercial cleaning. Responsible for serving meals and overall cleaning of the Head Start Center. Responsible for the cleaning, sanitizing, and maintenance of the center, including buildings, grounds, and equipment.  Shares a general responsibility for the safety and well-being of the children enrolled in the Head Start Program. OSBI criminal records verification required.  Must have reliable transportation, a valid Oklahoma drivers license, proof of automobile liability insurance and a good driving record are required. 

PROGRAM:  Head Start             

POSITION(S):  Cook Aide (12 month Position)

LOCATION:  Watonga Early Head Start

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for the overall cleaning of the Head Start Center.  Responsible for the cleaning, sanitizing, including buildings, grounds, and equipment. Serves meals and supplements to Head Start children. Shares a general responsibility for the safety and well-being of the children enrolled in the Head Start Program.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Must have attained the age of 18 years and have acquired a high school diploma or GED.  Must produce proof annually of negative Tuberculosis Tine Test.  Prefer previous experience in working with pre-school children, food service, and commercial cleaning. Responsible for serving meals and overall cleaning of the Head Start Center. Responsible for the cleaning, sanitizing, and maintenance of the center, including buildings, grounds, and equipment.  Shares a general responsibility for the safety and well-being of the children enrolled in the Head Start Program. OSBI criminal records verification required.  Must have reliable transportation, a valid Oklahoma drivers license, proof of automobile liability insurance and a good driving record are required. 

PROGRAM: Transportation
POSITION(S): Dispatcher/Flex Van Driver – Full Time
LOCATION: Durant

ENTRY LEVEL Hourly Wage: $13.50 CDL, $12.50 No-CDL 12.50

Exceptional Benefits offered - Health Insurance, PTO and Holiday pay.

JOB SUMMARY: Must be twenty-one (21) years of age. As a Dispatcher: Responsible for receiving and logging calls for transportation services from the public.  Responsible for dispatching vans to transport customers.  Maintains radio contact with in-service vans, issues tickets to drivers and records required data.  Collects data and implements all directions from the transit Director or Route Supervisor. As a Van Driver: Responsible for (1) transportation of passengers on both dispatch and established route bases; (2) the safety and well-being of passengers during loading and unloading, as well as during transport; (3) for passenger fare collection and completion of passenger logs; (4) vehicle logs and all other written documentation required by the program; (5) the maintenance and up keep of vehicles; (6) implements the proper use of ADA lifts and tie downs; and (7) practicing all safety measures at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS: Basic computer skills are required for maintaining and updating data in the system.  Strong proficiency in basic math and English is essential. Previous experience with dispatching or other radio contact is preferred.  Experience in working with the public in a cooperative setting with other employees a plus. Must have and maintain an accident-free driving record.  Must possess a valid Oklahoma drivers license.  Must have a clear background.  Prefer driving experience in all weather conditions, knowledge of the area, and vehicle mechanical knowledge.  Must submit to drug testing and be in accordance with FTA Drug and Alcohol guidelines.