Location: Hattiesburg,MS, USA
Resource and Referral Specialist
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Resource and Referral Specialist.
Position Details Location Gulf Park
730 East Beach Boulevard
Long Beach, Mississippi, 39560
United States Division College of Education and Human Sciences Position Type Staff Employment Status Full Time Grant Funded Yes Pay Grade
N05
Posting Close Date Until Filled
Job Summary
The Mississippi Early Childhood Inclusion Center Resource and Referral Specialist provides information to early childhood educators and families seeking information while providing support to MECIC.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
* Serves as the initial resource and referral contact for MECIC: R&R, assisting early childhood educators and families, documenting needs and supports, and connecting educators and families with support.
* The Resource and Referral Specialist works closely with project stakeholders to provide support and referrals to promote early childhood inclusion; included, but not limited to materials, navigating resources, and consumer education.
* Coordinates MECIC: R&R activities, as needed, for area meetings, conferences, and training sessions including securing locations, materials, and supplies and assisting with the facilitation of such events.
* The Resource and Referral Specialist operates the MECIC: R&R Lending Library, cataloging, reporting, and organizing materials that are loaned monthly. Provides consumer education and support to providers and families on developmentally appropriate materials.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Associates Degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography, and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
* Skill in analyzing and organizing technical data.
* Skill in communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
* Skill in talking to others to convey information effectively.
* Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision.
* Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
* Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
* Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty and staff, students, and the public.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.