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Community Service Programs of West Alabama

Job Description


Job Title: Bus Driver

Division/Department: Head Start

Reporting Relationship: Center Director

Exemption Status: Regular Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Safety-Sensitive

Work Schedule: 4 hours per day (2 hours in the morning & 2 hours in the afternoon)

Grade/Salary: Head Start Pay Grade 9


Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

The Bus Driver is responsible to the Center Director for the safe transportation of Head Start children and staff to and from the Head Start Center and/or other authorized destinations in accordance with state standards and agency policies.

Essential Duties: other duties may be assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain required transportation records.
• Conduct daily pre-trip inspections of bus and complete Daily Vehicle Inspection Report.
• Conduct post-trip inspections for children or other items left on board, or vehicle problems, at the conclusion of every trip.
• Ensure that children are released only to an authorized individual.
• Drive defensively at all times; prevent accidents by compensating the unsafe actions of other drivers, challenging road and environmental conditions, etc.
• Run fixed routes as written; do not make unauthorized changes to routes or stops.
• Coordinate with Bus Monitor to maintain a clean and hygienic environment inside the vehicle; clean outside as necessary.
• When transporting children using wheelchairs or other adaptive equipment, exercise a high degree of caution, in accordance with training, when using the wheelchair lift and securing wheelchairs in vehicle, and as much as possible avoid sharp turns and bumps.
• Actively participate in all required training sessions.
• Comply with all safety requirements in the Head Start Program Performance Standards, all state school bus laws and regulations, and all program procedures as stipulated in the transportation policy and procedures.
• Immediately report, verbally and in writing, any incident, accident, or unusual situation that could or did place a child at risk of injury.
• Recruit eligible Head Start and Early Head Start children.
• Follow orally communicated directions and instructions regarding work assignments and procedures.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain a safe working environment.
• Comply with all Head Start, DHR and Agency guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Actively contribute to a positive teamwork environment.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:
? High School Diploma or GED required.
? Valid CDL Drivers License with Passenger/School Bus Endorsement is required.
? Experience in working with pre-school age children is desired.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
? Valid Alabama CDL driver’s license with Passenger/School Bus Endorsement.
? Serviceable automobile.

Language Skills:
? Ability to communicate to diverse populations.
? Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
? Ability to effectively present information to children and families.
? Ability to communicate in large and small group settings.

Mathematical Skills:
? Ability to compute simple math such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

Reasoning Ability:
? Ability to analyze problems confronted by program participants.
? Ability to define problems and draw valid conclusions.

Other Skills and Abilities:
? Ability to work in a constant state of alertness.
? Excellent driving record.
? Reliable, punctual and trustworthy.
? Familiar with state and local transportation regulations.
? Ability to develop effective working relationships with staff members and program participants.
? Ability to communicate effectively with the target population.
? Knowledge of CSP programs and services.
? Sensitivity to multi-racial and multi-cultural issues.
? Ability to develop working rapport quickly and easily.

Physical Demands: The physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities previously mentioned.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is routinely required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision required to operate a motor vehicle. Multiple demands from the children and other individuals are frequently required of the employee. The ability to write, read, listen, and speak is required of this employee. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, an initial health examination (that includes screening for tuberculosis) and a re-examination every four years will be required of this position.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

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Community Service Programs of West Alabama, Inc.

Job Description

Job Title: Bus Monitor

Division/Department: Head Start

Reporting Relationship: Center Director

Exemption Status: Regular Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Non-Safety-Sensitive

Work Schedule: up to 4 hours per day (2 hours in the morning & 2 hours in the afternoon )

Grade/Salary: Head Start Pay Grade 11: $12.22 per hour



Summary of Duties and Responsibilities

The Bus Monitor for Head Start is responsible to the Center Director for the safety and well being of each child while on the bus and transitioning into the school in accordance with state standards and agency policies. Recruits eligible Head Start and Early Head Start children.

Essential Duties: (other duties may be assigned by supervisor)
• Ensure all children remain seated during the entire trip, not under the seats or standing in the aisle.
• Assist children up and down the steps of the bus.
• Maintain checklist and check every seat for any child/children before leaving the bus.
• Ensure that children are released only to an authorized individual.
• Coordinate with Bus Driver to maintain a clean and hygienic environment inside the vehicle.
• Immediately report, verbally or in writing, any incident, accident, or unusual situation that could or did place a child at risk of injury.
• Recruit children for Head Start and Early Head Start.
• Recruit volunteers and in-kind contributions for Head Start and Early Head Start.
• Follow orally communicated directions and instructions regarding work assignments and procedures.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain a safe working environment.
• Comply with all Head Start, DHR and Agency guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Actively contribute to a positive teamwork environment.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:
? Possession of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
? Experience in working with pre-school age children is desirable.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
? Valid Alabama driver’s license with liability insurance.
? Serviceable automobile.

Language Skills:
? Ability to communicate to diverse populations.
? Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
? Ability to effectively present information to children and families.
? Ability to communicate in large and small group settings.

Mathematical Skills:
? Ability to compute simple math such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

Reasoning Ability:
? Ability to analyze problems confronted by program participants.
? Ability to define problems and draw valid conclusions.

Other Skills and Abilities:
? Ability to work in a constant state of alertness.
? Regular and predictable attendance.
? Ability to develop effective working relationships with staff members and program participants.
? Ability to communicate effectively with the target population.
? Sensitivity to multi-racial and multi-cultural issues.
? Ability to develop working rapport quickly and easily.

Physical Demands: The physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities previously mentioned.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. Multiple demands from the children and other individuals are frequently required of the employee. The ability to write, read, listen, and speak is required of this employee. The ability to lift pre-school children and fasten in car seat is required. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, an initial health examination (that includes screening for tuberculosis) and a re-examination every four years will be required of this position.

PURPOSE:
The purpose of this position is to provide a wide variety of support to the front desk and the agency’s overall operations. These offerings are used to provide basic clerical procedures and systems, including organizing files, creating correspondences, answering phones and greeting guests, scheduling appointments, sorting mail, and general staff support.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
This position entails responsibility for supporting the administrative office and functions to deliver quality customer service, strong organizational skills, and a high degree of attention to detail. The Front Office Associate facilitates the efficient operation of the front office by performing various clerical duties. Must be able to deal with constant interruptions and spend long hours doing mundane tasks requiring a high concentration level.

Interested applicants can apply by submitting a completed employment application obtained from the website at www.cspwal.com or by contacting the Human Resources department of CSP at (205) 469-0389 to request an application. Completed and signed applications may be submitted in person, by mail or scanned and emailed to [email protected].

Applicants MUST complete the employment application to apply for this position.


The Substitute Teacher is responsible to the Center Manager for performing instructional,
assessment and evaluation tasks, at the direction of the regular classroom teacher. The Substitute
Teacher is required to follow all CSP, DHR and Head Start policies and procedures.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions

TOP is seeking a skilled Spanish Translator to join our team on a part-time basis. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring effective communication between our English-speaking team and Spanish-speaking stakeholders. Candidate must be proficient in both English and Spanish (written and spoken) is essential. Previous experience in translation or interpretation is preferred. Familiarity with industry-specific terminology is a plus. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in translation work required. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required. Candidate must be able to work independently and manage time effectively. Applicants must complete TOP application and submit resume to [email protected].

QUALIFICATIONS

Proficiency in both English and Spanish (written and spoken) is essential.
Previous experience in translation or interpretation is preferred.
Familiarity with industry-specific terminology is a plus.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in translation work.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Spanish Translator (ST) works under the direction of the Executive Director
The ST meets with the Executive Director one-on-one monthly to discuss specific goals and objectives, special projects, translator’s specific tasks, progress, and concerns. The ST meets monthly with the Program Team and Agency Team to discuss overall agency/program operations, goals and objectives, progress, and concerns.

The ST is required to complete training on Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect. Staff
Development will also include approved and/or recommended departmental training as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar,
related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Specific duties will be based on the
requirements of the program assignment.

Conduct a family/individual needs assessment through our intake process.
Translate written materials from English to Spanish and vice versa, maintaining accuracy and
preserving the original meaning.
Assist in interpreting verbal communications in meetings or conferences, as needed.
Proofread and edit translated materials to ensure quality and coherence.
Collaborate with various departments to facilitate seamless communication across languages.
Adhere to project deadlines and manage translation projects efficiently.
Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
Must be able to interact and work effectively with children and families.
Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers, and
citizens.
This is a part-time position, requiring a commitment of 5-10 hours per week. ST must be able to
work as needed between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. and some evening responsibilities.
One day a week 8:00-12:00, the ST will need to be available to work our intake. Additional hours
will be determined based on needs across the agency.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Ability to work collaboratively and independently
Ability to speak with and/or signal people to convey or exchange administrative and educational
information.
Ability to read a variety of educational and administrative documentation, directions,
instructions, and methods and procedures.
Ability to learn and understand relatively complex job-related principles and techniques
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to occasionally push, pull, lift, carry and/or move up to fifty pounds
Ability to stoop, bend, squat, climb stairs, crouch, or kneel on an occasional basis

Shelton State Workforce Development is hiring part-time non-credit instructors.

Qualifications:
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL): High School Diploma or GED
• 3 years of on-the-road experience within the last 5 years
• Valid CDL-A License
• Clean MVR and background check, including no DUI/DWI in lifetime
• Must have current DOT medical card

Training for Business & Industry, Community Education, Lifelong Learning: Shelton
State Community College is committed to providing a wide range of technical and
professional short-term training for the business and industry sector as well as
non-credit community education and lifelong learning courses to our community.
Non-credit instructors are required to provide competent instruction in the area of
expertise. This includes assisting with the development and implementation of courses
that address both industry needs and community interests.

For more information, visit sheltonstate.edu or contact Darryl Ballew at 205.391.2948.
Please send a copy of your resume to [email protected].

Grocery Clerks work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include unloading trucks, merchandising, stocking, rotating product, cleaning, providing excellent customer service, answering questions about products and helping shoppers find items in the store.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and reading skills
Must be at least 18 years of age
Organized and highly detailed oriented
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, ovens, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Cashiers provide fast, friendly, and accurate check out services for our customers using computerized cash register systems. Basic math skills, accuracy, and a sense of urgency are important, as is the ability to memorize product identification codes. Cashiers are tasked with bagging customer orders, providing excellent customer service and helping shoppers find items in the store. They assist in the cleaning and dusting of the checkout stands and surrounding areas and may take “return” products back to proper shelf locations.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Basic knowledge of Math
Must be at least 18 years of age
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 50 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Meat Cutters are responsible for assisting with the managing of department inventory, in-stock levels, pricing integrity, merchandising, and other operational processes to company standards. They must follow the company sales and production planning standards. They will assist in planning, ordering, preparing cutting lists, and processing meat according to the production tools and standards to maximize sales and gross profit. Meat Cutters will assist with the training of new department associates and will ensure correct cutting methods, ordering, receiving, unloading, storage, and rotation of merchandise and displays. Meat Cutters will also ensure a high level of customer satisfaction at all times by answering questions about products and helping shoppers find items in the store.

Minimum Qualifications:
Oral and written communication skills that allow for productive communication with co-workers, management and customers
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have at least 2 years of experience cutting meat.
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with guests and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 10-40 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
The safe and proper handling of slicers, knives and other kitchen utensils and equipment
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Meat Clerks assists customers in choosing high quality fresh meats and lunch meat items. Meat Clerks work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include unloading trucks, wrapping and packaging fresh meat, rotating product in the display case, keeping the department clean at all times, setting up/breaking down display case, answering customer questions and providing excellent customer service. Responsible for following all departmental and store policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and reading skills
Must be at least 18 years of age
Organized and highly detailed oriented
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
The safe and proper handling of slicers, knives and other kitchen utensils and equipment
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Produce Clerks assists customers in choosing high quality fruits, vegetables and other various specialty Produce items. Produce Clerks work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include unloading trucks, merchandising, stocking, rotating product, cutting products, properly cleaning the department, providing excellent customer service, answering questions about products and helping shoppers find items in the store.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and reading skills
Must be at least 18 years of age
Organized and highly detailed oriented
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
The safe and proper handling of slicers, knives and other kitchen utensils and equipment
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Grocery Clerks work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include unloading trucks, merchandising, stocking, rotating product, cleaning, providing excellent customer service, answering questions about products and helping shoppers find items in the store.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and reading skills
Must be at least 18 years of age
Organized and highly detailed oriented
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, ovens, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Cashiers provide fast, friendly, and accurate check out services for our customers using computerized cash register systems. Basic math skills, accuracy, and a sense of urgency are important, as is the ability to memorize product identification codes. Cashiers are tasked with bagging customer orders, providing excellent customer service and helping shoppers find items in the store. They assist in the cleaning and dusting of the checkout stands and surrounding areas and may take “return” products back to proper shelf locations.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Basic knowledge of Math
Must be at least 18 years of age
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 50 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Meat Cutters are responsible for assisting with the managing of department inventory, in-stock levels, pricing integrity, merchandising, and other operational processes to company standards. They must follow the company sales and production planning standards. They will assist in planning, ordering, preparing cutting lists, and processing meat according to the production tools and standards to maximize sales and gross profit. Meat Cutters will assist with the training of new department associates and will ensure correct cutting methods, ordering, receiving, unloading, storage, and rotation of merchandise and displays. Meat Cutters will also ensure a high level of customer satisfaction at all times by answering questions about products and helping shoppers find items in the store.

Minimum Qualifications:
Oral and written communication skills that allow for productive communication with co-workers, management and customers
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have at least 2 years of experience cutting meat.
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with guests and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 10-40 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
The safe and proper handling of slicers, knives and other kitchen utensils and equipment
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Meat Clerks assists customers in choosing high quality fresh meats and lunch meat items. Meat Clerks work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include unloading trucks, wrapping and packaging fresh meat, rotating product in the display case, keeping the department clean at all times, setting up/breaking down display case, answering customer questions and providing excellent customer service. Responsible for following all departmental and store policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and reading skills
Must be at least 18 years of age
Organized and highly detailed oriented
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
The safe and proper handling of slicers, knives and other kitchen utensils and equipment
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Produce Clerks assists customers in choosing high quality fruits, vegetables and other various specialty Produce items. Produce Clerks work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include unloading trucks, merchandising, stocking, rotating product, cutting products, properly cleaning the department, providing excellent customer service, answering questions about products and helping shoppers find items in the store.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and reading skills
Must be at least 18 years of age
Organized and highly detailed oriented
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
The safe and proper handling of slicers, knives and other kitchen utensils and equipment
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Grocery Clerks work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include unloading trucks, merchandising, stocking, rotating product, cleaning, providing excellent customer service, answering questions about products and helping shoppers find items in the store.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and reading skills
Must be at least 18 years of age
Organized and highly detailed oriented
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, ovens, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Cashiers provide fast, friendly, and accurate check out services for our customers using computerized cash register systems. Basic math skills, accuracy, and a sense of urgency are important, as is the ability to memorize product identification codes. Cashiers are tasked with bagging customer orders, providing excellent customer service and helping shoppers find items in the store. They assist in the cleaning and dusting of the checkout stands and surrounding areas and may take “return” products back to proper shelf locations.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Basic knowledge of Math
Must be at least 18 years of age
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 50 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Produce Clerks assists customers in choosing high quality fruits, vegetables and other various specialty Produce items. Produce Clerks work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include unloading trucks, merchandising, stocking, rotating product, cutting products, properly cleaning the department, providing excellent customer service, answering questions about products and helping shoppers find items in the store.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and reading skills
Must be at least 18 years of age
Organized and highly detailed oriented
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
The safe and proper handling of slicers, knives and other kitchen utensils and equipment
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Meat Clerks assists customers in choosing high quality fresh meats and lunch meat items. Meat Clerks work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include unloading trucks, wrapping and packaging fresh meat, rotating product in the display case, keeping the department clean at all times, setting up/breaking down display case, answering customer questions and providing excellent customer service. Responsible for following all departmental and store policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and reading skills
Must be at least 18 years of age
Organized and highly detailed oriented
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
The safe and proper handling of slicers, knives and other kitchen utensils and equipment
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Meat Cutters are responsible for assisting with the managing of department inventory, in-stock levels, pricing integrity, merchandising, and other operational processes to company standards. They must follow the company sales and production planning standards. They will assist in planning, ordering, preparing cutting lists, and processing meat according to the production tools and standards to maximize sales and gross profit. Meat Cutters will assist with the training of new department associates and will ensure correct cutting methods, ordering, receiving, unloading, storage, and rotation of merchandise and displays. Meat Cutters will also ensure a high level of customer satisfaction at all times by answering questions about products and helping shoppers find items in the store.

Minimum Qualifications:
Oral and written communication skills that allow for productive communication with co-workers, management and customers
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have at least 2 years of experience cutting meat.
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with guests and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 10-40 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
The safe and proper handling of slicers, knives and other kitchen utensils and equipment
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Cashiers provide fast, friendly, and accurate check out services for our customers using computerized cash register systems. Basic math skills, accuracy, and a sense of urgency are important, as is the ability to memorize product identification codes. Cashiers are tasked with bagging customer orders, providing excellent customer service and helping shoppers find items in the store. They assist in the cleaning and dusting of the checkout stands and surrounding areas and may take “return” products back to proper shelf locations.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Basic knowledge of Math
Must be at least 18 years of age
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 50 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Grocery Clerks work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include unloading trucks, merchandising, stocking, rotating product, cleaning, providing excellent customer service, answering questions about products and helping shoppers find items in the store.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and reading skills
Must be at least 18 years of age
Organized and highly detailed oriented
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, ovens, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Produce Clerks assists customers in choosing high quality fruits, vegetables and other various specialty Produce items. Produce Clerks work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include unloading trucks, merchandising, stocking, rotating product, cutting products, properly cleaning the department, providing excellent customer service, answering questions about products and helping shoppers find items in the store.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and reading skills
Must be at least 18 years of age
Organized and highly detailed oriented
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
The safe and proper handling of slicers, knives and other kitchen utensils and equipment
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Meat Clerks assists customers in choosing high quality fresh meats and lunch meat items. Meat Clerks work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include unloading trucks, wrapping and packaging fresh meat, rotating product in the display case, keeping the department clean at all times, setting up/breaking down display case, answering customer questions and providing excellent customer service. Responsible for following all departmental and store policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and reading skills
Must be at least 18 years of age
Organized and highly detailed oriented
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
The safe and proper handling of slicers, knives and other kitchen utensils and equipment
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Meat Cutters are responsible for assisting with the managing of department inventory, in-stock levels, pricing integrity, merchandising, and other operational processes to company standards. They must follow the company sales and production planning standards. They will assist in planning, ordering, preparing cutting lists, and processing meat according to the production tools and standards to maximize sales and gross profit. Meat Cutters will assist with the training of new department associates and will ensure correct cutting methods, ordering, receiving, unloading, storage, and rotation of merchandise and displays. Meat Cutters will also ensure a high level of customer satisfaction at all times by answering questions about products and helping shoppers find items in the store.

Minimum Qualifications:
Oral and written communication skills that allow for productive communication with co-workers, management and customers
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have at least 2 years of experience cutting meat.
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with guests and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 10-40 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
The safe and proper handling of slicers, knives and other kitchen utensils and equipment
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Cashiers provide fast, friendly, and accurate check out services for our customers using computerized cash register systems. Basic math skills, accuracy, and a sense of urgency are important, as is the ability to memorize product identification codes. Cashiers are tasked with bagging customer orders, providing excellent customer service and helping shoppers find items in the store. They assist in the cleaning and dusting of the checkout stands and surrounding areas and may take “return” products back to proper shelf locations.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Basic knowledge of Math
Must be at least 18 years of age
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 50 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Grocery Clerks work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include unloading trucks, merchandising, stocking, rotating product, cleaning, providing excellent customer service, answering questions about products and helping shoppers find items in the store.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and reading skills
Must be at least 18 years of age
Organized and highly detailed oriented
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, ovens, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Produce Clerks assists customers in choosing high quality fruits, vegetables and other various specialty Produce items. Produce Clerks work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include unloading trucks, merchandising, stocking, rotating product, cutting products, properly cleaning the department, providing excellent customer service, answering questions about products and helping shoppers find items in the store.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and reading skills
Must be at least 18 years of age
Organized and highly detailed oriented
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
The safe and proper handling of slicers, knives and other kitchen utensils and equipment
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Meat Clerks assists customers in choosing high quality fresh meats and lunch meat items. Meat Clerks work in a fast paced, multitasked environment. Primary job duties include unloading trucks, wrapping and packaging fresh meat, rotating product in the display case, keeping the department clean at all times, setting up/breaking down display case, answering customer questions and providing excellent customer service. Responsible for following all departmental and store policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent oral and reading skills
Must be at least 18 years of age
Organized and highly detailed oriented
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
The safe and proper handling of slicers, knives and other kitchen utensils and equipment
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

Meat Cutters are responsible for assisting with the managing of department inventory, in-stock levels, pricing integrity, merchandising, and other operational processes to company standards. They must follow the company sales and production planning standards. They will assist in planning, ordering, preparing cutting lists, and processing meat according to the production tools and standards to maximize sales and gross profit. Meat Cutters will assist with the training of new department associates and will ensure correct cutting methods, ordering, receiving, unloading, storage, and rotation of merchandise and displays. Meat Cutters will also ensure a high level of customer satisfaction at all times by answering questions about products and helping shoppers find items in the store.

Minimum Qualifications:
Oral and written communication skills that allow for productive communication with co-workers, management and customers
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have at least 2 years of experience cutting meat.
Work Environment/Physical Responsibilities
Work involves continuous interaction with guests and co-workers in a fast-paced environment
Typical motions include repetitive hand and arm movements, repetitive grasping, bending and reaching
Responsible for moving or lifting an average of 10-40 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 70 pounds occasionally
Exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, freezer, outdoors, etc.)
The safe and proper handling of slicers, knives and other kitchen utensils and equipment
Will be required to spend the majority of time on his or her feet and stand or walk without a break for up to 4 hours

$500 Hiring Bonus
Now is the time to help other people live the best life they can! Working with people who have disabilities in their own home or in the community, Direct Support Professionals become family. All shifts are available for direct care positions, full time and part time. All training is provided. Duties could include bathing, toileting, community interaction, working with challenging behaviors, assisting with all ADL’s, etc. We strive to support the people we serve to live as independently as possible. $500 hiring bonus after 6 months of employment. Full-Time positions start at $10/hr with benefits and Part-Time positions start at $11/hr. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, valid Alabama driver’s license and an insurable driving record. Interested persons may apply at The Arc of Walker County, 745 Russell Dairy Road, Jasper, AL 35503 or fax a resume to 205-387-0567. E.O.E. and Drug Free Workplace.

Starting pay is $9.00 - $11.00/hour.

Qualifications:
• Proven experience as Custodian
• Good communication ability
• Well-organized and apt in problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• 3-5 years experience on a college campus, school, hospital, restaurant, or a large childcare facility.
• High school diploma or equivalent

Reports to: Manager of Environmental Services & Director of Plant Operations

Job Goals:
The purpose of this position is to perform a wide variety of custodial and maintenance duties in order to provide a clean, orderly and safe environment on campus.

Essential Job Duties:
1. Clean and sanitize restrooms/bathrooms using established practices and procedures.
2. Clean, dust, and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers.
3. Assist with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.
4. Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools; extractors, high pressure washers, and vacuums, brooms, mops, and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of walls, floors, carpets, furniture, etc.
5. Wash walls and equipment; use ladders when required in work assignments.
6. Assist with securing buildings when facilities are not in use checking for unlocked doors and windows, report any unauthorized occupants, turn off lights.
7. Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed.
8. Perform cleaning and related activities such as removing debris from sidewalks and stairs at the entrance of buildings.
9. Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools on an incidental basis.
10. Wash accessible interior and exterior windows. Clean blinds. Launder cleaning rags and dust mops.
11. Attend emergencies when necessary.
12. Attend safety meetings and other related meetings.
13. Take classes as required in cleaning methods and techniques, new products, First Aid, CPR, and working relationships.
14. Handle recycling materials.
15. Safely operate all vehicles and other job related equipment.
16. Support and enforce all policies, university and governmental such as ADEM, university health and safety regulations and guidelines, etc.
17. Reports and responds to emergency calls for custodial assistance.
18. Identifies stains and uses proper chemicals and methods for removal.
19. Works with some pesticides; safely disposes of hazardous materials commonly used in the performance of their duties.
20. Perform related duties as required.
21. Call in work orders and complete work orders as assigned.
22. Assist with inventory control and security.

Additional Duties:
Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work safely in an environment containing caustic chemicals, cleaning materials, dust and noise;
Good interpersonal skills,
Fine attention to detail;
Good oral and written communication skills;
Ability to organize and be innovative and problem solve;
Normal tolerance of and not be allergic to common maintenance chemicals;
Ability to work in inclement weather conditions;
Ability to work effectively in and around the public;
Ability to perform physical labor;
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions;
Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and respect for a diverse population;
Strong customer service skills;
Ability to maintain successful working relationships, demonstrating diplomacy, tact and discretion;
Ability to work on-call and before/after normal work hours as requested.
Education and Experience

Environmental Working Conditions:
• Indoor and Outdoor
• Standing: Over 2/3 of the time; walking: Over 2/3 of the time; sitting: Under 1/3 of the time; using hands: Over 2/3 of the time; reaching with hands and arms: Over 2/3 of the time; climbing or balancing: Under 1/3 of the time; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling: Over 2/3 of the time; talking or hearing: Under 1/3 of the time; and, tasting or smelling: Under 1/3 of the time.
• This position requires lifting: Up to 10 pounds: Over 2/3 of the time; up to 25 pounds: Up to 2/3 of the time; up to 50 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 100 pounds: None of the time; and, more than 100 pounds: None of the time.