Early Childhood Program Specialist 2 - Office Support

Description

Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, 12-month permanent classified Early Childhood Support Specialist 2 - Office Support in the Child and Family Services department. This position maintains office records, maintains child files, monitors compliance, assists with program purchasing and warmly greets customers. This position also provides general and technical support to departmental program operations and requires skills / experience with computer programs such as Excel and Word. The work schedule for this position will be in-person Monday-Friday with hours between 8 : 45am-5 : 15pm.

At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.

Position Responsibilities

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES :

• Greet children, families, and staff.
• Answer telephones speaking with families, colleagues, and outside agencies.
• Provide office support.
• Provide program specific information and tours as needed.
• Assist specialists, faculty, program supervisor, and director of the Early Childhood Program.
• Maintain / update registration and enrollment forms.
• Take and compose meeting minutes for departmental activities.
• Work with computer programs (Excel, Word and ProCare).
• Process work orders, travel requests and purchasing for the department.
• Receive materials and supplies while maintaining inventory and storage of items for the CFS program.
• Monitor digital in / sign out.
• Maintain attendance reports for billing process.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Collaborate with office support team to support CFS vision and values and Clark College strategic plan.
• Assist and maintain records as required by licensing, USDA, and accreditation.
• Review and research operating policies and procedures.
• Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES :

Candidates will be evaluated based on application materials, including the supplemental questions and personal interview(s), and will be required to demonstrate competencies in the following areas :

JOB READINESS / WORKING CONDITIONS :

Supplemental Information

WHAT WE OFFER :

SALARY / BENEFITS :

Salary Range : $3,167- $4,194 / month | Step A-M (commensurate with qualifications and experience) | Range : 36| Code : 256B

Successful candidates typically start at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases.

Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation / sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver .

APPLICATION DEADLINE :

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., October 15, 2025.

REQUIRED ONLINE APPLICATION MATERIALS :

Please apply online at www.clark.edu / jobs

To contact Clark College Human Resources, please call (360) 992-2105 or email recruitment@clark.edu .

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS

Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at (360) 992-2105 or by video phone at (360) 991-0901.

SECURITY

The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security / Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security / Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or security.requests@clark.edu . The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here : http : / / www.clark.edu / campus-life / student-support / security / report.php .

ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION

If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.

CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES

Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Human Resources Office.

Clark College's Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference.

Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action : Michelle Jenkins, Director of Labor and Compliance, 360-992-2317, MLJenkins@clark.edu , 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free / drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.

Clark College Human Resources

September 22, 2025

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