Head Start Center Director I, Prescott Valley

Supervises staff

Supervises staff, including goal setting, identifying training needs, and conducting performance evaluations and personnel actions, to ensure compliance with licensing regulations, performance standards, state and federal regulations, and agency policies and procedures

Provides referrals and liaisons

Provides referrals for community support services to families and acts as a liaison between families and community partners to ensure the delivery of comprehensive, high quality services to children and their families

Manages program operations

• Develops, plans, implements, and schedules various types of meetings and events that provide appropriate and effective activities for children and families and promote family involvement
• Participates in the selection process for new employees
• Conducts recruitment and enrollment activities to ensure compliance with performance standards
• Develops and maintains community partnerships that promote and support program goals and objectives
• Purchases classroom and office supplies to ensure effective and efficient program operations

Maintains records and oversees operations

• Oversees building maintenance issues to ensure smooth center operation and promote a healthy and safe learning environment for children, families, and staff
• Prepares and maintains accurate, comprehensive records and reports as necessary for program compliance

Conditions of Employment

• Criminal Background Check
• Fingerprint Clearance Card, Level I
• Motor Vehicle Report (annually)
• Certificates & Licenses: Food Manager Certification (within first 3 months of hire), CPR/First Aid (within first 3 months of hire)

Technical Competencies

• Early childhood development
• Early childhood education
• Head Start Performance Standards
• AZ Department of Childcare Licensure Standards

General Competencies

• Critical thinking
• Cultural competence
• Communication (written and oral)
• Community partnership/stakeholder development
• Conflict resolution
• Discretion
• Management/leadership competence
• Mentoring/training competence
• Office competence
• Organizational skills
• Problem solving

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Physical Activity: Frequent listening, talking, walking, standing, reaching, finger use, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motion. Occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting.
• Physical Exertion: Sedentary
• Visual requirements: Close visual acuity for compiling and analyzing data; viewing a computer screen; and reading.
• Working conditions: Regular exposure to hazardous chemicals and infectious disease. Occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions, potential for physical harm, and blood-borne pathogens.

Benefits

• Agency paid health, dental, vision, Arizona State Retirement (ASRS)
• Paid sick leave & holiday pay