THE POSITION BELOW IS VACANT IN THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION:

POSITION TITLE:             Food Service Worker

LOCATION:                        St. Thomas/ St. John

Interested persons should contact: DIVISION OF HUMAN RESOURCES

                                                                    careers@sttj.k12.vi

Deadline for applying:            August 26, 2016

Salary:                                     $20,398.00- 37,804.00

Union:                                     Seafarers International (SIU)

DESCRIPTION

Work in this class involves unskilled miscellaneous tasks in the food service department of a school.  It involves the performance of a variety of tasks including some of a custodial or laboring nature, although primary emphasis is on food service activities. Work requires the maintenance of a high standard of cleanliness and sanitation. Duties may be learned on the job without the need of prior experience. Work does not normally include responsibility for cooking, but for very simple food preparation, such as preparing salads and for caring for the kitchen, pantries, and dining room.  Work follows a set schedule and is performed under close supervision of a dietitian, food service supervisor or cook.

DUTIES  AND RESPONSIBILITIES (NOT ALL INCLUSIVE)

• Assists cooks in washing, peeling and preparing fruits and vegetables, cleaning, dressing, and cutting up fish and meats;
• Cuts, slices and butters bread, makes sandwiches, and assists in setting up trays and dishing out food;
• Prepares cereals, toast, coffee, salads and other simple menu items;
• Obtains meats and other refrigerated food items from cold storage, weigh and measure other food items to be used;
• Sweeps and mop pantry, kitchen, dining room, and other floors as required;
• Cleans tables, chairs, and floors in the dining room and kitchen; washes food utensils and dishes; and cleans equipment such as ranges, counters, and meat blocks;
• Serves meals to school children;
• Collects soiled dishes, utensils, and trays, and return them to the kitchen;
• Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL  AND ABILITIES

• Some knowledge of the preparation and service of food as well as the use and care of dishes, and kitchen utensils.
• Some knowledge of sanitary methods to be used in food preparation and related food service activities.

• Some knowledge of the preparation and service of food as well as the use and care of dishes, and kitchen utensils.
• Some knowledge of sanitary methods to be used in food preparation and related food service activities.
• Ability to perform routine custodial duties and to do moderately heavy lifting and moving as required in large scale kitchen operation.
• Ability to work for long hours while standing.
• Ability to read, write, understand and follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships during the course of work.
• Ability to lift 70 (seventy) pounds or more.
• Ability to exercise sound, independent judgment in carrying out functions of the position

EDUCATION  AND EXPERIENCE

• Completion of the 12th Grade or GED
• One (1) year experience in preparing and serving foods
• Possession of or ability to qualify for a food handler’s health certificate

“No person shall be discriminated against in employment or in any other educational program or activity offered by the Virgin Islands Department of Education on account of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, handicap, or age.”

Interested persons should apply by visiting our website at http://jobs.vide.vi and select the appropriate application for submission procedures.

Send your complete application package to careers@doe.vi for consideration.

Application documents required: (1) Completed Application, (2) Resume, (3) Cover Letter,

(4) Official College Transcripts, (5) Certifications, (6) Licensures, (7) Three Letters of Recommendation, (8) Police Background Check and (9) Doctor’s Statement of Good Health.

Travel, transportation and relocation expenses are not authorized by this position. Any travel, transportation and relocation expense associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the sole responsibility of the selected candidate

THE POSITION BELOW IS VACANT IN THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION:

POSITION TITLE:              Accountant I

LOCATION:                         St. Thomas/ St. John District

Interested persons should contact: DIVISION OF HUMAN RESOURCES

                                                                careers@sttj.k12.vi

Deadline for applying:            September 12, 2016

Salary Range:                          $31,131      GRADE:  EC-22    STEP: 0

Union:                                     Support Staff Unit – (AFT)

DESCRIPTION

Accounting work of this class work involves routine accounting procedures, principles and

techniques. An employee in this class keeps records of accounts in a small administrative unit and is responsible for the preparation of accounting and fiscal reports, and the maintenance of less complex control accounts. Problems involving policy matters and significant irregularities are referred to a superior officer for advice or assistance. Work is performed in accordance with established procedures. Work skills are reviewed through periodic checks, on completion of assignments, and from progress reports.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES (NOT ALL INCLUSIVE)

• Posts accounting data to general ledger accounts from subsidiary reports;
• Makes trial balances in preparation for financial reports;
• Reconciles accounts, records, reports and journals;
• Creates forms, statements, audit reports and other records;
• Maintains expenditure and budgetary control accounts and prepares necessary reports relating to account status;
• Engages in posting and processing information for fiscal reports;
• Exchanges non-routine information using tact, requiring good oral and written communication skills;
• Other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the provision of the accounting manual of the Government of the Virgin Islands as they relate to recording and reporting of fiscal transaction;

THE POSITION BELOW IS VACANT IN THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION:

POSITION TITLE: Cook I

LOCATION:                        St. Thomas/ St. John

Interested persons should contact: DIVISION OF HUMAN RESOURCES

                                                        careers@sttj.k12.vi 

Deadline for applying:            August 11, 2016

Salary:                                     $20,992.00

Union:    Seafarers International (SIU)

DESCRIPTION

Work in this class involves unskilled miscellaneous tasks in the food service department of a school.  It involves the performance of a variety of tasks including some of a custodial or laboring nature, although primary emphasis is on food service activities. Work requires the maintenance of a high standard of cleanliness and sanitation. Duties may be learned on the job without the need of prior experience. Work does not normally include responsibility for cooking, but for very simple food preparation, such as preparing salads and for caring for the kitchen, pantries, and dining room.  Work follows a set schedule and is performed under close supervision of a dietitian, food service supervisor or cook.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (NOT ALL INCLUSIVE)

• Prepares special diets according to prescribed instruction;
• Prepares and seasons various types of food; cooks food, prepares or supervises the preparation of special diets according to instruction from the dietician or other supervisors;

• Supervises and assists in setting of tables and serving of meals;
• Assists the dietician of Kitchen Manager in estimating food needs and in the requisition of supplies;
• Instructs food service worker in the preparation of food for cooking;
• Maintains sanitary conditions in kitchen and lunchrooms;
• Operates large gas and electric cooking ranges, and ensures that they are properly used and maintained;
• Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Considerable knowledge of the equipment, utensils and materials used in preparing and serving large quantities of food;
• Knowledge of the care and cleaning of kitchen equipment;
• Knowledge of the practices and techniques of large-scale kitchen equipment;
• Ability to direct the work of a  small groups of food service workers engaged in the preparation of food, cleaning kitchen and dining areas;
• Ability to read write and comprehend written materials associated with the performance of the job;
• Ability to follow both oral and written instructions;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all persons contacted in the course of the work;
• Ability to work long hours while standing;
• Skill in cooking a wide variety of foods;
• Good physical condition sufficient to permit working long hours in the kitchen and the performance of moderately heaving (at least 70lbs) lifting;

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

•    Completion of the 12th Grade or GED

•    One (1) year experience in cooking foods

•    Possession of or ability to qualify for a food handler’s health certificate

Interested persons should apply by visiting our website at www.vide.vi and select the appropriate application for submission procedures.

Application documents required: (1) Completed Application, (2) Resume, (3) Cover Letter, (4) Official College Transcripts, (5) Certifications, (6) Licensures, (7) Three Letters of Recommendation, (8) Police Background Check and (9) Doctor’s Statement of Good Health.

Travel, transportation and relocation expenses are not authorized by this position.  Any travel, transportation and relocation expense associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the sole responsibility of the selected candidate

Send your complete application package to careers@sttj.k12.vi for consideration.

Travel, transportation and relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.  Any travel, transportation and relocation expenses associated with reporting for duty in this position will be the sole responsibility of the selected candidate.