Qualifications
- BA/BS Degree in Public Relations, Grant Writing or related discipline
Responsibilities/Duties
Provide the lead role in Public Relations for the agency while maintaining collaborative partnering efforts with outside community agencies for the purposes of grant writing, public relations, assessing community needs. Research grant programs, write and or assist in the preparation of funding applications for submission to county, state, and federal agencies, private foundations, and/or local businesses. Responsible for the agency Annual Report, public relations and website content.
Terms of Employment
Conditions of Employment
Luzerne County Head Start, Inc. requires staff to possess current, valid Background Clearances (3) per state/federal regulations. Proof of Degree/Certification and Experience Required to meet the Qualifications for position.
Location, Hours & Salary *SEE Head Start Center locations at /https://lcheadstart.org/locations/
Central Office located at 23 Beekman Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA
Full Time, Full Year (12 months); 37.5 hrs/wk
Exempt/Salaried position: $49,787
Additional pay for Advanced Degree
Those who possess Bilingual abilities (Eng/Spanish) – 5% additional pay
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus
Fringe Benefits Package
STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS – This position is eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness *SEE this valuable LINK on Student Loan Forgiveness including the PSLF Program
HEALTH INSURANCE –Two health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family. Low-cost Geisinger medical plan options that includes a Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 the plan deductible; Optional Vision and Dental plan with orthodontics. Coverage begins after 60 days; Cash Out Option available if you already have other coverage.
RETIREMENT PLAN – LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option
PAID Life Insurance (1x annual salary)
PAID Long Term Disability Insurance
PAID Sick Time – Accrues up to 65 working days
PAID Personal Time – 1 day/year
PAID Vacation Time – 2 weeks during Year 1; 3 weeks during Years 2-4; 4 weeks at Year 5
PAID Holidays immediately, including extended break between Christmas-New Year
PAID Education/Tuition Assistance at $322/credit, up to $5,250/year
PAID Training Opportunities
Flexible Benefits – Flexible Spending Plans: Pre-Tax Medical and Dependent Care Spending
…and much more!
Our employees…
…receive attractive salaries and unique career opportunities;
…do meaningful work that is constantly changing and evolving;
…enjoy successful careers without sacrificing their personal lives; and
…work in an environment of professional respect.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER