The Executive Director will work with the center's staff and Board to achieve the organizational mission to provide and increase access to high-quality ECE and school-age programs that: give children opportunities to learn through play; are led by valued, professional educators; and actively engage and support parents and families. The major focus areas of this position will include:

• Managing and leading internal teams to ensure the center's financial sustainability and growth, continuous quality improvement, and regulatory and accreditation compliance.
• Engaging external stakeholders through clear and timely communication designed to foster positive purposeful relationships with partners, funders, and vendors.
• Implementing the Strategic Plan, articulating the organizational vision, and consistently upholding the center's values.

The Executive Director will serve as the chief administrator, providing leadership and implementing policies and programs to conduct the work of the organization.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

The Executive Director serves as the fiscal, human resources, and facilities director for the Center. This includes responsibility for:

· The development and monitoring of the budget.

· Recruitment and supervision of the administration team.

· Recruitment of Educators and other staff.

· Facilities cleanliness and maintenance.

· The Executive Director provides leadership to staff in:

o Program planning and implementation, within guidelines of the Center’s philosophy, developmentally appropriate practices, accreditation standards, and licensing regulations.

o The Executive Director attends all Board meetings, staffs Board committees, supports the Board in fulfilling its roles and responsibilities, and serves as the liaison between Board and staff. Finally, the Executive Director is responsible for leading communication efforts to staff, families, and the PIC community, including keeping staff and parents informed of advocacy initiatives on behalf of children and families, especially those relating to early learning and school age care.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Reports to the Board of Directors, maintaining open communication and disclosure of the conditions, operations, and needs of the organization.

· Drafts, presents, and recommends organizational policies and programs to the Board.

· Oversees preparation of the annual budget.

· Facilitates periodic audits and compliance activities for the organization.

· Building on a strong history of public funding, foundation grants, and individual donations, the Executive Director is the key driver of fundraising.

· Supports and directs public relations activities to build and maintain relationships with other organizations and the public.

· Executes other duties as requested by the Board of Directors.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Elizabethtown, PA 17022: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person