Standards Manager

Responsibilities

• Manages the Standards Coordinator to ensure effective tracking and updating of escalation issues and trends.
• Supervises the administrative work of role in support of achieving overall excellence as it relates to execution of standards and governance compliance.
• Develops, refines, and communicates related to the implementation of scalable, network-wide processes to ensure CHS standards are consistently met and implemented in alignment with CHS, regulatory, and accreditation expectations.
• Collaborates with Central Office subject matter experts to ensure alignment and best practice in refining or developing new standards.
• Liaises with the training and development team to ensure training documentation and delivery in support of policies and procedures that drive operational excellence at CHS Centers.
• Through data tracking and analysis, monitors child safety trends in the areas of child safety leading to and development of strategies, initiatives, and reporting to maintain a culture of safety.
• Serves as a resource to CHS Central Office, Regional, and Centers in maintaining strong tracking, responsive communication, and resolution, including refinement, of CHS standards.
• Supports department director in achieving the annual Strategic plan and Implementation plan goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Management, or related field required. MBA, or Masters in Educational Leadership, or Management a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in operations of early childhood centers or a closely related field.
• Experience working in or supporting organization wide programs, safety initiatives, and compliance is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of analytics tooling and project management software, with the ability to work cross functionally, evaluate data workflows, and translate business requirements into scalable solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively support senior leadership and board of directors in achievement of goals.
• Strong organizational and execution skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in parallel under tight timelines.
• Prowess in translating ambiguous, evolving requirements into structured processes and actionable plans.
• Commitment to the mission and values of CHS and MHS and demonstrated high degree of integrity as all MHS and CHS staff are considered to be role models for children.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $70,380 - $92,000 per year based on expertise.