CUSTODIAN (Red Lake) - RED LAKE HEAD START PROGRAM

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

CUSTODIAN (Red Lake)

RED LAKE HEAD START PROGRAM

Open: June 18, 2018

Closing: July 13, 2018 @ 3:00 p.m.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

This position works with a considerable degree of independence and is under the direct supervision of the Head Start Director. The person assures that the Head Start facility is maintained in a safe, healthy, and clean manner. Reports to Director, full-time position with benefits, salary; $12.00 hourly ($1.00 increase upon successfully passing probation period).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Keep center facilities and equipment clean and sanitized in accordance with programmatic, local, state, and federal regulations

• Assure that cleaning supplies and other toxic products are stored appropriately and not accessible to children

• Ensure emergency exits are accessible and lighting is in safe, working condition

• Keep exits clear from snow and other debris

• Document and inform supervisor of any safety or health concerns

• Arrange rooms for daily activities and clean rooms

• Document and inform supervisor in a timely manner when cleaning supplies and janitorial/maintenance supplies need to be ordered

• Suggest improvements to provide safer environments for children and staff

• Complete required record-keeping, including checklists of daily cleaning

• Be available for extra occasional evening and/or week-end work as needed

• Participate in staff meetings when required

• Uphold confidentiality and all other policies and procedures of the program

• Any other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• GED/High School Diploma

• Must be CPR/First Aid Certified

• Willingness to work occasional evening and/or possible weekend dates for special events

• Ability to carry out physical demands of the position, including lifting up to 50 lbs

• Negative TB test prior to employment

• Employment contingent upon successfully passing Pre-Employment Drug/Alcohol Test and Background Check

TO APPLY: Applications and copies of certificates/diplomas are accepted at the Government Center - Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 Fax (218)-679-4176 - access application @ http://www.redlakenation.org.