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Director, Head Start and Early Learning Programs (\$106,949 - \$113,463)
(37.5 hrs/week) Northampton, MA - Head Start & Early Learning Programs
Job Type - Full-time POSITION: Director, Head Start and Early Learning
Programs (HS&ELP) SITE: Northampton; with regular travel to multiple
sites throughout Franklin and Hampshire Counties and the North Quabbin
region, and state-wide meetings. Occasional out of state travel
required. SUPERVISOR: Associate Director of Programs STATUS: Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY: Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction
to ensure that Community Action Pioneer Valley?s Head Start & Early
Learning Program provide high quality care, are administered in an
appropriate and effective manner, and are compliant with all regulations
and requirements. Work with parents, staff and the community through
various committees and forums to design and deliver a cost-effective,
high-quality program that best meets the needs of our participants and
the community. Provide leadership in the areas of program development,
internal and external collaboration, budget development and monitoring,
continuous quality management, program support, and supervision of key
HS & ELP managers/directors and administrative assistant. Support cross
department collaboration, service integration, and organizational impact
through the role of the agency leadership team. Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate The Following
competencies: Communications: verbal, written, in-person, and phone
Build and maintain effective teams internally and collaborations
externally. Conflict resolution, problem-solving, establishing
priorities, navigating change Judgement and decision-making Commitment
to quality services for young children and their families. Promote
equity by deconstructing barriers to a racially just system. Cultivate
work environments that value truth-telling, courage, vulnerability,
space to think and reflect, community-mindedness, hope, and openness to
difficult conversations. Key Knowledge and Experience Early education
and/or human services program management experience. Leadership, grant
writing, and budget development/management experience. Knowledge of
Department of Early Education and Care licensing regulations, Department
of Children and Families program requirements, Head Start Performance
Standards, State And Federal Contract Requirements, And All Other
relevant program administrative requirements. Experience working with
marginalized communities and individuals with low incomes Experience
with data management, data capture, tracking methods and analysis for
outcome measurements Adapt to changing priorities and demonstrate close
attention to details Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Suite and
Databases) To Qualify Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills
Bachelor\'s Degree is required. 8 years\' work experience in early
education with leadership, budget, administrative, program management,
and supervisory responsibilities. SEE THE COMMUNITY ACTION PIONEER
VALLEY WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION
(37.5 hrs/week) Northampton, MA - Head Start & Early Learning Programs
Job Type - Full-time POSITION: Director, Head Start and Early Learning
Programs (HS&ELP) SITE: Northampton; with regular travel to multiple
sites throughout Franklin and Hampshire Counties and the North Quabbin
region, and state-wide meetings. Occasional out of state travel
required. SUPERVISOR: Associate Director of Programs STATUS: Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY: Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction
to ensure that Community Action Pioneer Valley?s Head Start & Early
Learning Program provide high quality care, are administered in an
appropriate and effective manner, and are compliant with all regulations
and requirements. Work with parents, staff and the community through
various committees and forums to design and deliver a cost-effective,
high-quality program that best meets the needs of our participants and
the community. Provide leadership in the areas of program development,
internal and external collaboration, budget development and monitoring,
continuous quality management, program support, and supervision of key
HS & ELP managers/directors and administrative assistant. Support cross
department collaboration, service integration, and organizational impact
through the role of the agency leadership team. Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate The Following
competencies: Communications: verbal, written, in-person, and phone
Build and maintain effective teams internally and collaborations
externally. Conflict resolution, problem-solving, establishing
priorities, navigating change Judgement and decision-making Commitment
to quality services for young children and their families. Promote
equity by deconstructing barriers to a racially just system. Cultivate
work environments that value truth-telling, courage, vulnerability,
space to think and reflect, community-mindedness, hope, and openness to
difficult conversations. Key Knowledge and Experience Early education
and/or human services program management experience. Leadership, grant
writing, and budget development/management experience. Knowledge of
Department of Early Education and Care licensing regulations, Department
of Children and Families program requirements, Head Start Performance
Standards, State And Federal Contract Requirements, And All Other
relevant program administrative requirements. Experience working with
marginalized communities and individuals with low incomes Experience
with data management, data capture, tracking methods and analysis for
outcome measurements Adapt to changing priorities and demonstrate close
attention to details Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Suite and
Databases) To Qualify Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills
Bachelor\'s Degree is required. 8 years\' work experience in early
education with leadership, budget, administrative, program management,
and supervisory responsibilities. SEE THE COMMUNITY ACTION PIONEER
VALLEY WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION
Salary : $106,949 - $113,463