Month: September 2014

Preschool Teacher – Full Time, Part Time or Substitue Positions Needed

Career Development Center Full Time, Part Time

South Berkshire Early Childhood Center, on-site at Muddy Brook Elementary School, Great Barrington

Responsibilities:

To plan and implement an educationally sound preschool program which includes nurturing, and meeting the needs of individual children with differing levels of development and emotional needs. The teacher will be responsible for implementing all EEC regulations and assuring the safety and well being of the children at all times.. S/he will be responsible for orienting and providing direct supervision to assistants, aides, volunteers and students regarding classroom safety, procedures and responsibilities. If interested in Lead Teacher position, additional responsibilities will include submitting a weekly literacy based lesson plan to the Director, completing progress reports in a timely fashion as outlined by EEC, maintaining materials, equipment and classroom, and carrying out the philosophy and policies of CCB.

Qualifications:

  •  B.A. or A.A. in Early Childhood preferred. Career path in early childhood education favored.
  • Must meet or be actively working to meet EEC teacher qualifications.
  • Minimally 9 months experience and child development class.
  • Must demonstrate dependability, maturity and flexibility
  • Must be in good health, free of contagious disease, and have up-to-date immunizations.
  • Must demonstrate nurturing skills with children, cooperativeness with adults and commitment to professional development.
  • Understands and implements developmentally appropriate practices for preschools.

Salary Range:

$8 – $13 per hour – depending on certification, education, and experience – with full-time/part-time benefit package: paid holiday, vacation, sick, and personal time, insurances, 403(b) retirement options.

Send resume and letter of interest that outline how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position to: Child Care of the Berkshires, P.O. Box 172, North Adams, MA 01247 or email hlabonte@ccberkshire.org

Child Care of the Berkshires is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer,
with a longstanding commitment to increasing diversity of the employee community.

Principal Clerk – Full Time – Department of Finance

Career Development Center Full Time, Job Listings

DEPARTMENT OF PERSONNEL, CITY HALL, 70 ALLEN STREET, ROOM 107, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201 PHONE: 413-499-9340

ANTICIPATED JOB OPENING: FEBRUARY 2015

SUPERVISORY AND PROFESSIONAL UNION

PRINCIPLE CLERK

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE – OFFICE OF THE TAX COLLECTOR

 The City of Pittsfield is seeking a qualified individual to fill the role of Principle Clerk within the Office of the Tax Collector. The Clerk is responsible for collecting and receiving revenue which includes parking fines, real estate taxes, excise taxes, water & sewer fees, and various department billings. Additional responsibilities of the Principle Clerk include but are not limited to: inputting and scanning all transactions on computer terminals, balancing cash drawer and preparing deposits, producing and balancing daily update reports, assisting general public via telephone and at tax office window, and all other related clerical work in accordance with previously mentioned duties.

The candidate will possess exceptional customer service skills, with the ability to handle and deal effectively with the public. In addition, the candidate should possess previous experience with cash handling procedures, as well as working in a fast-paced office environment. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with solid computer skills with the ability to use Microsoft Office programs and other software programs as required for the job.

35 Hours per week, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Salary:  $13.78 – $14.49 per hour.

Deadline:  Friday, October 10, 2014

Applications are available in the Personnel Office at City Hall, and online at www.cityofpittsfield.org.

Resumes alone will not be considered if they are not accompanied with a City employment application.

Applications should include cover letter and resume, and submitted back to:

Personnel Department

City Hall, Room #107

70 Allen Street

Pittsfield, MA 01201

Assistant Tax Collector – Full Time – Department of Finance

Career Development Center Full Time, Job Listings

DEPARTMENT OF PERSONNEL, CITY HALL, 70 ALLEN STREET, ROOM 107, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201 PHONE: 413-499-9340

ANTICIPATED JOB OPENING: JANUARY 2015

SUPERVISORY AND PROFESSIONAL UNION

ASSISTANT TAX COLLECTOR

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE – OFFICE OF THE TAX COLLECTOR

The City of Pittsfield is seeking a qualified individual to fill the role of Assistant Tax Collector within the Office of the Tax Collector.  The Assistant Tax Collector provides technical assistance in support of the office’s responsibilities, including but not limited to: collecting and receiving revenue; assisting banks, finance companies, law offices, and members of the general public with information pertaining to current and delinquent real estate taxes, personal property taxes, water & sewer charges, and municipal liens; supervises and assists Principle Clerks; and performs all other duties as assigned. The Assistant Tax Collector shall assist the Tax Collector in the performance of their duties, and shall perform those duties when the Collector is absent or there is a vacancy in that position. The Assistant Tax Collector will also serve as the Parking Clerk/Hearings Officer for the City.

Candidates shall possess the following required/preferred qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent is mandatory, Associate’s degree in related field strongly preferred.
  • Three to five years’ of relevant experience in financial, banking, or municipal setting is required, with thorough working knowledge on general laws pertaining to tax collection.
  • Previous supervisory experience.
  • Exceptional customer service skills, with the ability to handle and deal effectively with the public.
  • Previous experience with cash handling procedures and working in a fast-paced office environment highly desired.
  • Proficient computer skills, with the ability to use Microsoft Office programs and other software programs as needed for the job.

Monday – Friday

35 Hours per week, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Salary:  $20.28 – $21.31 per hour

Deadline:  Friday, October 10, 2014

Applications are available in the Personnel Office at City Hall, and online at www.cityofpittsfield.org.

Resumes alone will not be considered if they are not accompanied with a City employment application.

Applications should include cover letter and resume, and submitted back to:

Personnel Department

City Hall, Room #107

70 Allen Street

Pittsfield, MA 01201

Director of Facilities – Full Time – Berkshire Community College

Career Development Center Full Time, Job Listings

Date:                       September 18, 2014              

Title of Position:  Director of Facilities

Salary:                    Mid $80s commensurate with education and experience

Effective:              Fall 2014

Position Overview:  Reporting to the Vice President for Administration & Finance, the Director is responsible for the planning and direction of facilities management and operations including: site utilities and solar array; HVAC; skilled trades; safety/security/parking/emergency preparedness; custodial (maintainer) services; central services (mail services, copy center, shipping, receiving, and moving); campus-based construction projects; maintenance of athletic complex (field house, athletic fields, tennis courts, and swimming pool); sustainability and recycling programs; hazardous and non-hazardous waste; automated building and energy management systems; and other related services necessary for the operations, maintenance, and construction of college facilities and safety/security of students, faculty, staff, and visitors.  Current construction projects include working with the Massachusetts Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance in the $23 million renovation of two academic buildings.

Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical discipline preferred or a Bachelor’s degree plus equivalent experience in engineering or related field.  Five years of supervisory and/or administrative experience in work directly related to administration and/or management of a physical plant.  Ability to write bid specifications as well as manage contractors and contract services.  Ability to collaborate with and motivate others in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.  Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds.

Additional information: Source of Funding: 01

Area of Assignment:  Administration & Finance

Supervisor: Vice President for Administration & Finance

Review of applications begins October 1, 2014 and continues until position is filled.  For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, and contact information for three current job-related references to Human Resources Office, Berkshire Community College, 1350 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201   hbailey@berkshirecc.edu

Berkshire Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on basis of race, creed, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, maternity leave, military service, and national origin in its education programs or employment. All inquiries concerning application of the above should be directed to the Deborah Cote, Vice President for Human Resources, Affirmative Action Officer, and Coordinator of Title IX and Section 504, at 413-499-4660, ext 1022, Susan B. Anthony Annex Building, Room A19.

Research Analyst – Part Time – Berkshire Community College

Career Development Center Job Listings, Part Time

Date:                           September 18, 2014              

Title of Position:     Research Analyst (0.6 FTE)

Salary:                       Low $40s (0.6 FTE) commensurate with education and experience

Effective:                  Fall 2014

Position Overview:  Reporting to the Director of Institutional Effectiveness, the Research Analyst is responsible for performing a wide variety of duties including: serving as an advocate, resource, and facilitator for assessment of learning outcomes at the course, program, and institutional level; institutional data retrieval and reporting procedures and planning functions for the Office of Institutional Effectiveness; overseeing the preparation of all external institutional surveys; monitoring the tracking of all institutional, faculty and student data necessary to meet performance accountability standards and maintain annual state and federal compliances; and other analogous duties necessary to assist and support the Director in meeting the multiple diverse functions of the IE Office.  In the absence of the Director of Institutional Effectiveness, assumes responsibilities for the position.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years of research experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in use of statistical/analytical methods and tools that support research and assessment required.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of, and experience working with, higher education or similar database systems, e.g., Datatel or similar relational database systems, data marts, and warehouses in organizing data for production of high quality statistical/analytical tables, charts, graphs required.  Knowledge and experience with Datatel preferred.
  • Knowledge and experience with federal and state data reporting including IPEDS preferred.
  • Knowledge and understanding of higher education institutional business practices, processes, operations and data systems preferred.
  • Demonstrated skills in data analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data and information in a user friendly manner that enhances usefulness of the information and facilitates effective planning, policy development, and performance assessment.
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications as well as ability to collaborate with and motivate others.
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and conducting internet searches required.

Additional information:  Source of Funding:         01

Area of Assignment:   Institutional Effectiveness

Supervisor:      Director of Institutional Effectiveness

Review of applications begins October 1, 2014 and continues until position is filled.  For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, and contact information for three current job-related references to Human Resources Office, Berkshire Community College, 1350 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201   hbailey@berkshirecc.edu

Berkshire Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on basis of race, creed, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, maternity leave, military service, and national origin in its education programs or employment. All inquiries concerning application of the above should be directed to the Deborah Cote, Vice President for Human Resources, Affirmative Action Officer, and Coordinator of Title IX and Section 504, at 413-499-4660, ext 1022, Susan B. Anthony Annex Building, Room A19.

Registar Positio – Full Time – Berkshire Community College

Career Development Center Full Time, Job Listings

Date:                           September 18, 2014              

Title of Position:     Registrar

Salary:                       Mid $60s commensurate with education and experience

Effective:                  Fall 2014

Position Overview: Reporting to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Registrar is responsible for the administration of student credit course records including: student registration for both day and evening courses; maintenance of academic records; auditing and certification of student records for degree completion; coordination of course offerings and calendar planning; supervision of staff; and other similar duties in accordance with federal, state, and institutional policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s required; master’s degree in higher education or related field preferred.
  • Minimum 3 years directly related experience in higher education.
  • Minimum 3 years supervisory experience preferred.
  • Technologically savvy with intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office suite required.
  • Knowledge of state, federal, and local regulations and policies related to admission of students and academic records.
  • Strong knowledge of AACRAO and FERPA guidelines.
  • Working knowledge and experience with student information systems and web based services for students.
  • Knowledge and experience using integrated databases (Colleague preferred) and data reporting and query tools (CROA preferred).
  • Experience with longitudinal tracking preferred.
  • Proven ability to work in fast paced, dynamic environment
  • Ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds and communities.
  • Demonstrated skills in data analysis, interpretation, and presentation of data in manner that makes the information useful and facilitates effective planning, policy development, and performance assessment.
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications as well as ability to collaborate with and motivate others.
  • Commitment to new initiatives designed to increase student success.

Additional information:  Source of Funding: 01

Area of Assignment: Academic Affairs

Supervisor:  Vice President for Academic Affairs

Review of applications begins October 1, 2014 and continues until position is filled. For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, and contact information for three current job-related references to Human Resources Office, Berkshire Community College, 1350 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201   hbailey@berkshirecc.edu

Berkshire Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on basis of race, creed, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, maternity leave, military service, and national origin in its education programs or employment. All inquiries concerning application of the above should be directed to the Deborah Cote, Vice President for Human Resources, Affirmative Action Officer, and Coordinator of Title IX and Section 504, at 413-499-4660, ext 1022, Susan B. Anthony Annex Building, Room A19.