Operations Assistant
Living Classrooms Foundation strengthens communities and inspires young people to achieve their potential through hands-on education and job training, using urban, natural,
and maritime resources as "living
classrooms".
Project SERVE is a 4-month job training program that teaches marketable skills in construction, general carpentry, solid waste removal, and landscaping, while participants revitalize Baltimore neighborhoods and work with case managers to find sustainable living-wage employment. Program goals are to train and place participants, many of whom are returning citizens, in employment while providing support services. In addition, SERVE helps keep city neighborhoods clean and safe by reducing environmental hazards and risks to public safety. Project SERVE offers a full continuum of support services, beginning prior to release from incarceration, and continuing through a 12 month after-care component that includes regular contact with career coaches.
JOB SUMMARYThe Operations Assistant is responsible for assisting the Operations Manager with the field teams. Drive the company van to conduct daily site visits of SERVE field team in various locations. Assists the Operations Manager in analyzing and identifying any problems with the field team and assist with solutions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Primary Responsibilities
Supply Management
• Ensures that field staff has the necessary supplies to perform duties daily.
• Assists with maintaining records to document needed program supplies for field activities.
• Purchases and picks up uniform materials for members and document the distribution of uniform materials.
• Works alongside staff to document needed building supplies – including cleaning materials, new keys, maintenance concerns, etc.
Vehicle Management
• Assists with maintaining an up-to-date log of vehicle status and ensure timely repairs and service is regularly completed.
• Assists with daily pre and post vehicle inspections and report status to Operations Manager.
General Skills and Duties
• Collects receipts and other documentation from the field staff daily.
• Conducts daily field site visits.
• Ensures that fee for service contracts are fully staffed daily.
• Willingness to work as a team member to meet Project SERVE’s mission, objectives, and yearly goals.
• Commitment to honesty and integrity in the performance of all duties
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
• High school diploma
• Valid Driver’s license
• Clean driving record
• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse educational and cultural backgrounds, from justice-involved individuals to public officials.
• Two-three years’ experience working in the facilities and maintenance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy, including knowledge of basic software applications and familiarity with the Internet, email, and other forms of computer and phone-based communication.
• Driven to attain measurable results.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.