Administrative Assistant II Head Start

***This position is open through Friday September 25 2026***

The Redding Rancheria is seeking an Administrative Assistant II- Head Start. The preferred schedule for this position is Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM.

The listed wage reflects the entry-level rate for this position. Compensation may be adjusted based on experience education and qualifications.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs administrative tasks essential to the operation of the program; determines child eligibility following grant guidelines and performs enrollment intake; serves as communications hub for the department.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School Diploma/ GED
2. Must have or obtain within 6 months:
3. Six units in 2 of the 3 listed classes: Child Growth & Development; Child/Family/Community and/or Program/Curriculum
4. Minimum one (1) year experience as office secretary/ assistant.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Completes monthly and yearly records and reports including CACFP attendance reports monthly department report bus and van transportation reports child enrollment reports child care billing etc.

2. Performs ERSEA (Eligibility Recruitment Selection Enrollment and Attendance) duties for both Head Start and Child Care Families. Maintains all files to document eligibility upon audit. Follows up daily on absences and compiles monthly attendance letters and reports. Maintains Head Start and Child Care Enrollment Pool.

3. Serves as Communication Hub for both Head Start and Child Care. Distributes pertinent information to the correct persons in a prompt manner; maintains confidentiality. Ensures the rest of the staff is current with what they need to know.

4. Creates required Head Start and Child Care records and forms. i.e. attendance records meal counts sign in/out etc. Ensures completed records and forms and received and properly filed. Organizes and coordinates all monthly Special Events: Big Time Stick Horse Rodeo Graduation etc. Coordinates field trips: transportation permission slips etc. Responsible for input and upkeep of the child and family data base (Child Plus). Responsible for creating all Child Plus reports as needed.

5. Organizes and coordinates guest speakers/volunteers for the classroom activities; CHP safety annual reading challenge etc.

6. Create and distribute monthly informational newsletter to families.

7. Schedule Netfacilities maintenance and submit documentation to safety coordinator. I.E. fire drills shelter in place bus evacuation drill etc.

8. Responsible for assigned clerical/secretarial duties. i.e. DOC STAR copying filing sorting mailing inventory ordering supplies etc.

9. Responsible for input and upkeep of family and staff contact information in One Call database. Including annual updates to subgroup names and affiliates.

10. Responsible for assisting families in connecting to the Class Dojo platform. Ensure monthly distribution of program information and resources is clear and understandable to a diverse audience.

11. Communicate and coordinate security needs with Program Manager and Human Resources Director monthly.

12. As mandated identify and report suspected child abuse to proper authorities following established guidelines. Ensures safety of children at all times. Assist in parent orientation as it relates to program policies parents fees etc.

13. Follows the Code of Ethical Conduct as established by the NAEYC in interactions with staff children parents and others in the community.

14. Immediately reports to Head Start/Child Care Program Manager any unsafe or disruptive behavior or situation.

15. Arrange child care for Tribal General Membership meetings; arrange food and activities.

A completed Redding Rancheria job application must be submitted in order to be considered for employment. You can fill out an application online atRedding Rancheria ADP Career Center please fax ) or email ().

All certifications credentials/ licenses education verification /degrees and/or transcripts and Indian verification are required to process your application.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background screening clearance. All employees are required to submit to a Tuberculosis test (TB) test after they are hired in addition to being tested annually.

Additional Information:

In addition Redding Rancheria offers an excellent benefit package containing Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance and Short/Long Term disability paid holidays vacation and sick leave as well as a generous 401(k) retirement plan.

Redding Rancheria is a federally recognized Tribe with Pit River Wintu and Yana people where pride in Tribal culture history and identity is evident internally and in the larger community. Redding Rancheria is a leader in the constructive development of its people the larger Indian community and the Redding region.

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