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NEK-CAP, Inc.

Weatherization Quality Control/Inspector
 Date: April 30, 2024
 Updated: December 23, 2025
 Reports to: Weatherization Director Department: Weatherization
 Classification: Full-time Status: Non-Exempt
 
POSITION SUMMARY: 
The Weatherization Quality Control/Inspector is responsible for the determination of initial outreach and eligibility requirements of potential clients, initial inspections and software modeling of client homes and the final inspection of all homes weatherized by NEK-CAP, Inc. This position works closely with the Weatherization Director and is responsible for the production and quality of weatherization.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Perform initial outreach and inspection of potential homes.
 Inspect weatherization work while in progress to ensure that all work meets NEK-CAP, lnc.'s quality standards.
 Perform final inspections on completed units to ensure that they meet state and federal program regulations and minimum ventilation guidelines for client safety.
 Perform diagnostic mechanical testing on all heating and naturally drafted water heating units in client's homes during initial and final inspections to ensure proper functionality and the health and safety of the clients to help determine that the weatherization has been properly completed.
 Perform blower door tests to measure the amount of air infiltration into the home pre and post inspection.
 Monitor scheduling of contractor work to make sure that the clients are served in a timely manner. Document all change orders and re-works on all client homes.
 Assist in ensuring that all necessary client paperwork is completed and on file.
 Responsible for the maintenance of assigned equipment and vehicles.
 Inform potential clients of Weatherization guidelines and determine if the client and or dwelling is eligible.
 Educate families on the efficient use of energy and how to properly utilize the improvements made by Weatherization.
 Make recommendations for increasing client satisfaction and reducing their utility bills to the Weatherization Director.
 Responsible for Kansas WAP monitoring, setting appointments and· reviewing homes with monitors.
 Perform all other weatherization duties assigned by the Weatherization Director.
 Maintain clean documentation on work in progress, from start to finish.
 Maintain communication with the Weatherization Director on all client files and jobs or status and outcomes.
 Attend required state inspectors training workshops and certifications.
 Attempt to ensure that all persons receiving weatherization assistance are satisfied with the work and have been properly served under the state plan's guidelines.
 Work with contractors in the areas of quality of work performed and change orders.
 Record measurements and perform mathematical calculations, such as square footage, length, etc.
 Maintain records and ensure that NEK-CAP, lnc.’s Weatherization program is always compliant with all federal and state regulations.
 
QUALIFICATIONS: 
High school graduate or equivalent.
 Must be willing to obtain certification by NEK-CAP, Inc. through the Kansas Housing Resources Corporation (KHRC) for weatherization inspections, heating sources, cooling measures and lead safe work practices under KWAP State Training Plan.
 Preferred experience in home maintenance and or construction and knowledge of methods, tools, equipment, procedures used or willingness to learn.
 Must be able to stand extreme temperature differentiation, climb ladders, lift 50 pounds or more, and work in attics and or crawlspace areas for limited amounts of time.
 Willing to partake in some travel overnight and have a valid driver's license.
 Capable of working in dusty conditions, including short-term exposure to various insulating materials.
 Must possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team, as well as perform clean and effective communication to your team and customers.
 Computer knowledge.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. Be able to go up and down stairs while carrying work related materials or other objects. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
 Must be able to climb ladders, work in small tight locations such as attics, and under houses. The environment can be dirty, dusty and contain insulation and other building materials that are in the air. Must be able to work in cold, hot, and wet climates due to seasonal changes.
 The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary duties of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their primary duties. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 Travel to a variety of locations may be necessary to perform work and/or attend meetings.
 
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the diverse types of work that may be performed by this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer requirements of the job change.

Weatherization Inspector-Hiawatha

Teacher
 
Reports to: Area Manager Department: Head Start
 Classification: Full-time Status: Non-Exempt
 
Position Summary: 
This position is a ten-month position. This position is responsible for the daily leadership; guidance; monitoring and positive mentoring and modeling of best practices for the classroom staff and volunteers while maintaining and supporting the Head Start Program Performance Standards and all state childcare guidelines at your site. This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the classroom, teaching a classroom of 15-20 three- to five-year-old children. This position is directly responsible for maintaining adult: child ratio in the classroom.
 
Knowledge and Experience: 
Clean classroom areas the children use daily.
 Daily Child Observations-observe and take notes while in class with children. Enter in these observations after class or as soon as possible to capture the observations.
 Case notes. Enter notes into CAP 60, to be done daily.
 Learning Genie. Upload: pictures, happenings, funny kid quotes, reminders for In Kind, Helpful Hints, Classroom Activities, Extension Activities, Homework, In Kind tutorials, Virtual Field Trips, etc.
 Responsible for active supervision during the times the children are present in the classroom, playground, on field trips and family engagement activities.
 Responsible to make certain all KDHE licensing accident/incident reports are filled out and reported to the CM or CMT, so they are scanned on the day they occur to Health & Safety Manager and the Director of Human Resources. A copy goes to the Parent to sign and return, and another for them to keep.
 Maintain dependable, punctual attendance. Adhere to appropriate break times.
 Report any suspected child/adult abuse or neglect to appropriate authority.
 Must always maintain the adult to child ratio of 1-10.
 Prepare Lesson Plans and submit to County Folder, Lesson Plans. Print and post in the classroom and work area.
 Change classroom toys out. Clean and wipe down toys before they are put away. Add new toys to the classroom, add new pictures, take pictures, if necessary, on shelves to label as needed.
 Change Library books. Clean and wipe down books before you put them away. Add new books to the library. At least 1 book per child in the classroom.
 Assist on completing and ensuring Assistant Teacher and Program Aide knows how to complete all In Kind tracking.
 Upload Recruitment logs to Sharepoint. All staff team effort to recruit children for the classroom to maintain a wait list.
 Complete monthly Tornado and Fire Drills.
 Ensure the Pedestrian Safety video is watched and practiced.
 Ensure the Maintenance and Safety Checklist is filled in.
 Review and restock First Aid and Fanny Pack supplies (can be done throughout year as needed).
 Attend, participate in trainings, conferences, staff meetings, reflective supervision, coaching and in-service days.
 Ensure the Beginning of the Year/1st Education Home Visit Orientation paperwork is complete on each child.
 Complete the second Education Home Visit at the End of the School Year.
 CACFP form must be filled out by the Parent, reviewed by the CACFP/Nutrition Manager.
 Record Home visits in the agency software.
 ASQ (Ages & Stages Questionnaires) and ASQ-SE must be completed by the family and child and entered in to the agency software.
 Coordinate with Area Manager, Health and Safety Manager, Nutrition Manager, and caregivers to ensure Individualized Health Plan/Individualized Nutrition Health Plans are complete and approved before the child enters the class and reviewed by center staff.
 IEP’s must be recorded and scanned into CAP60 then uploaded.
 Set up developmentally appropriate classroom(s) environments based on the Curriculum and Head Start Performance Standards using the Fidelity tool of the Curriculum and your site Education Manager.
 All staff must review Children’s Orientation paperwork including Health Assessment, immunization records, IHP and INHP, and contact/release information, prior to them entering the center.
 Responsible for planning field trips utilizing the Field Trip Planning Form.
 Complete parent teacher conferences.
 Ensure The Parent Teacher conference that is held in the spring should also address transition to Kindergarten per Head Start Program Performance Standards 1302.61 (2)(ii) and 1302.71(a)(b)(2)(e) if the child is age eligible. Make sure the conversation about transitioning is documented in agency software.
 Transition to Kindergarten strategies, activities and processes completed for the child’s succuss in their further education.
 Ability to learn and adapt.
 Resourceful and well organized
 Basic computer and electronic skills
 Basic operations of general office equipment such as photocopiers, scanners, faxes, and phone systems.
 Superior interpersonal skills. Ability to have a good relationship with diverse personalities; tactful, mature, and flexible.
 Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the general public and to communicate effectively and clearly, both orally and in writing.
 Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with co-workers, community partners and customers.
 Continue to develop your knowledge and skills of the curriculum utilized in the program.
 Continue to develop professionally with knowledge and expertise with what are developmentally appropriate practices and activities with young children.
 Continue to grow your knowledge of what resources in our community are available to help our children and families that we work with
 
Education and Qualifications
 Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred, or related degree with at least 18 credit hours in Early Childhood Education required.
 Obtain Driver Improvement/AAA certification and First Aid and CPR certification and keep current, attend training in child abuse and neglect, blood borne pathogens upon hire.
 Successfully complete and pass a physical exam, TB skin test and drug screen before beginning employment.
 Submit to and pass criminal background/history check in compliance with State of Kansas Child Care Licensing.
 Possess current valid state driver’s license and personal automobile insurance and present upon hire.
 
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
 The physical demands described here 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 functions.
 Use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
 Reach with hands and arms.
 Sit (adult and child size furniture) stand, walk and stoop, kneel or crouch.
 Required vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
 Occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions
 Outside weather conditions
 Extreme cold and extreme heat
 Regularly lift and/or move 50 plus pounds.
 Assist children with toileting and changing diapers.
 Noise level is usually quiet to moderate.
 
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed by this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer requirements of the job change.

Teacher-Holton-JA CO. KS

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