LOCATION:          Management Services – Greater Amsterdam School District

SCHEDULE:         M-F @ 7.5 hours/day

BASIC FUNCTION:           

This work involves the preparation and cooking of food on a large scale and the supervision of the food preparation staff in an institution or facility with a large population.  The work is performed under the general supervision of a superintendent or dietary manager.  Supervision is exercised over the cooks, assistant cooks and food service helpers.  Does related work as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Supervises and participates in the preparation of and serving of food.
2. Supervises the storage and care of food and supplies.
3. Supervises and participates in the cleaning of the kitchen and care of the equipment.
4. Keeps records of food and supplies received and used.
5. Keeps employee time records.
6. Plans work schedules.
7. Plans menus with attention to nutritional value, acceptability and budgetary limitations.
8. Determines requirements and submits requisitions for food and supplies.
9. Good knowledge of the principals and practices of large quantity food preparation.
10. Good knowledge of menu planning.
11. Good knowledge of the purchasing of food in large quantities and the sanitary handling and storage of such food.
12. Good knowledge of the fundamentals of nutrition principles and their applications to the health of clients.
13. Good knowledge of modern food preparation including the utensils, appliances and equipment used for such preparation.
14. Ability to plan and supervise the work of others.
15. Ability to keep records and prepare reports.
16. Ability to get along well with other employees and the clientele of the facility.
17. Ability to accurately communicate verbal and written directions.
18. Tact.
19. Good judgment.
20. Resourcefulness.
21. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

LOCATION:          Management Services – Troy City School District

BASIC FUNCTION:          

Assists in the preparation and service of food and in the cleaning of kitchen equipment. This is routine manual work performed under immediate supervision in connection with the preparation and service of food. On occasion Food Service Helpers may perform cooking duties involving lesser degrees of skill than regularly required of employees in the classification of Cook. Does related work as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Sets tables and cleans them after meals.
2. Fills sugar bowls and salt and pepper shakers.
3. Works on the tray lines serving designated portions per menus.
4. Fills food carts and delivers foods to designated areas.
5. Polishes silverware, tables and chairs.
6. Cleans dining rooms and dish and linen closets.
7. Cleans, washes and otherwise prepares vegetables and fruit for cooking.
8. Assists in the preparation of salads and desserts.
9. Helps cooks in any phases of their duties.
10. Washes dishes, pots and pans by hand or machine.
11. Sweeps, mops and cleans kitchen.
12. May act as cashier.
13. Working knowledge of the proper methods of serving food and of the care of tableware, glassware, silver, and kitchen appliances.
14. Ability to follow oral and written directions.
15. Good physical condition.

LOCATION:                        Management Services – Multiple District Locations

BASIC FUNCTION:          

Assists in the preparation and service of food and in the cleaning of kitchen equipment. This is routine manual work performed under immediate supervision in connection with the preparation and service of food. On occasion Food Service Helpers may perform cooking duties involving lesser degrees of skill than regularly required of employees in the classification of Cook. Does related work as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Sets tables and cleans them after meals.
2. Fills sugar bowls and salt and pepper shakers.
3. Works on the tray lines serving designated portions per menus.
4. Fills food carts and delivers foods to designated areas.
5. Polishes silverware, tables and chairs.
6. Cleans dining rooms and dish and linen closets.
7. Cleans, washes and otherwise prepares vegetables and fruit for cooking.
8. Assists in the preparation of salads and desserts.
9. Helps cooks in any phases of their duties.
10. Washes dishes, pots and pans by hand or machine.
11. Sweeps, mops and cleans kitchen.
12. May act as cashier.
13. Working knowledge of the proper methods of serving food and of the care of tableware, glassware, silver, and kitchen appliances.
14. Ability to follow oral and written directions.
15. Good physical condition.

LOCATION:              Central Administration – Multiple Locations

BASIC FUNCTION:           

This is routine and repetitive manual work calling for the efficient and economical performance of building cleaning and occasional minor maintenance tasks. Cleaning tasks are performed according to a well-established procedure, and maintenance tasks are performed under direct supervision or according to specific instructions. Supervision is received from a custodian or other superior. Supervision over the work of others is not a responsibility of employees in this class.  Does related work as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Sweeps and mops floors and stairs.
2. Dusts desks, woodwork, furniture and other equipment.
3. Washes windows, walls, blackboards, sinks and other fixtures.
4. Polishes furniture and metal furnishings.
5. Empties waste baskets, collects and disposes of rubbish.
6. Clears snow and ice from walks.
7. May mow lawns, trim shrubs, rake leaves and perform a variety of other groundskeeping tasks as assigned.
8. Assists in the cleaning of rugs and tile flooring using machines specially designed for cleaning of such surfaces.
9. Delivers packages and messages.
10. Places and removes traffic safety signs.
11. Arranges chairs and tables and other equipment for special use of administration building.
12. Repairs window shades, replaces light bulbs, soap and towels.
13. Paints rooms and equipment and assists in making minor plumbing, carpentry, and electrical repairs.
14. Working knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment.
15. Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.
16. Willingness to perform routine cleaning and other manual tasks.
17. Ability to get along well with others.
18. Thoroughness.
19. Dependability.
20. Good physical condition.

POSITION TITLE:                Motor Vehicle Operator

LOCATION:          Educational Support Services – 900 Watervliet-Shaker Road

BASIC FUNCTION:  
The worker is responsible for the care, safe and economical operation of a light motor vehicle such as a station wagon, pick-up or panel truck.  Although the primary function of the position is for transporting materials and supplies among various locations workers are required to perform a variety of routine manual tasks.  The work is performed under general supervision in accordance with established policies and procedures. Does related work as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Operates a light motor vehicle in transporting supplies, equipment, mail and personnel to various locations.
2. May transport passengers.
3. Sorts and delivers mail to a number of locations.
4. Prepares and delivers supply orders.
5. Performs related manual tasks.
6. Checks oil, tires, mileage and gasoline.
7. Performs a variety of errands requiring use of automobile or other light motor vehicles.
8. Washes and cleans vehicle and suggests needed repairs.
9. Good knowledge of the geography and traffic laws of the area.
10. Ability to operate an automobile or light delivery truck.
11. Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions.
12. Willingness to perform routine manual tasks.
13. Mechanical aptitude.
14. Dependability.
15. Courtesy.
16. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

LOCATION:                        Special Education – Multiple Locations

SALARY - BOCES employee salary commensurate with experience and in accordance with contract language.

BASIC FUNCTION:          
The work involves facilitating the translation of verbal communication for deaf/hard-of-hearing students.   An incumbent is responsible for interpreting presentations, instructions, and assignments in a variety of settings, both sign-to-voice and voice-to-sign.  Direct supervision is received from the assigned school district or BOCES supervisor.  Does related work as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.     Receives verbal communication and interprets for students who are deaf/hard-of-hearing.

2.     Receives sign language communication from students who are deaf/hard-of-hearing.

3.     Provides fluent American Sign Language interpretation for seminars, classes, examinations, meetings, conferences, etc.

4.     Thorough knowledge of American Sign Language.

5.     Thorough knowledge of the English language.

6.     Good knowledge of the communication problems confronting the deaf/hard-of-hearing population within mainstream environments.

7.     Skill in sign language.

8.     Skill in receptive, expressive, and reverse interpreting.

9.     Ability to facilitate the successful completion of the communication process for students who are deaf/hard-of-hearing.

10.   Ability to understand verbal communication and express this communication to the deaf/hard-of-hearing using motor communication skills.

11.   Ability to understand and express both verbal and manual language.

12.   Ability to define abstract ideas into understandable manual language.

13.   Ability to maintain confidentiality.

14.   Patience, endurance, professionalism and sound judgment.

15.   Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

LOCATION:        Career & Technical Education-Adult Education Program @ 153 S. Pearl Street, Albany

SALARY: BOCES employee salary commensurate with experience and in accordance with contract language. 

SCHEDULE: Monday through Thursday 4:30PM-9:00PM                            

BASIC FUNCTION:

Performs routine clerical work in meeting and directing clients.   Work procedures and routines are well defined with detailed instructions for any new or revised procedures.  Work is performed under direct supervision until the employee is able to work independently on the normal office routines. Work is inspected upon completion or by another step in the clerical process.  Does related work as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Acts as a receptionist, answers telephone and personal inquiries, routes visitors and calls, secures and gives out routine information relating to office operations and activities.
2. Registers each client on the computer as they appear.
3. Depending on the requirements of the department, may issue bills to clients.
4. Depending on the requirements of the department, may arrange for employees to secure county cars for use.
5. Collects fees from the clients and issues receipts, as necessary.
6. Provides clerical assistance, as needed.
7. Enters data into the computer on clients and on services rendered.
8. Depending on the requirements of the department, may verify Medicaid eligibility of clients requesting services.
9. Enters statistical data on manual or computerized forms.
10. Sorts and files correspondence, checks, vouchers, index cards or other materials in accordance with office procedures.
11. Makes simple arithmetic calculations, computes data from requisitions, statistical reports, time reports or other records.
12. Occasionally office equipment to copy or duplicate information, switchboard, cameras and other office equipment.
13. Orders office supplies, delivers messages.
14. Working knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment.
15. Working knowledge of Business English and arithmetic.
16. Ability to operate a computer terminal to enter and retrieve data.
17. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
18. Ability to get along well with others.
19. Ability to write legibly.
20. Physical condition commensurate with the demand of the position.