Center Director - Delhi Campus Child Care Center

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Center Director is responsible for the overall day-to-day
operation and administration of the Center and for creating a safe environment, which is warm
and loving, and contributes to the emotional, physical, educational, and social development of
the children in the Center. In accordance with the licensing regulations set for the Center by the
OCFS, specific duties and responsibilities include:

• Leads day-to-day administrative operations with strong strategic oversight, ensuring institutional policies and governance directives established by the Board of Directors are effectively executed.
• Oversees comprehensive staff supervision and professional development, managing the complete personnel lifecycle from recruitment, onboarding, and training to performance evaluation, coaching, and retention.
• Maintains high-standard, comprehensive programming by overseeing curriculum design, classroom instruction, health and social services, and active family education initiatives.
• Directs financial and administrative systems to maximize resource efficiency. Monitors operating budgets, spearheads grant development, administers contracts, and ensures robust internal controls to safeguard the Center's financial health.
• Acts as the primary public advocate for the Center, cultivating external networks, building community partnerships, and advancing its mission within the broader region.
• Maintains transparent, collaborative communication with the Board of Directors by attending all meetings and committee sessions, and delivering timely, comprehensive institutional reports.
• Sustains a strong, cooperative relationship with SUNY Delhi, ensuring the Center operates as a valuable, integrated asset to the college community.
• Collaborates closely with the Director of Carousel Children's Services to align program delivery, meet the diverse needs of enrolled children, and promote staff harmony.
• Partners with appropriate regulatory and funding agencies to maintain full program licensure, accreditation, and adherence to operational standards.
• Uphold state and institutional safety guidelines by maintaining required staff-to-student ratios through active classroom coverage during staffing gaps.

• Bachelor's degree, including or in addition to 12 credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field; one year of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or other early childhood program; and one year of experience in supervising staff in a child care program or related field work;
• OR a New York State Children's Program Administrator Credential; one year of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or other early childhood program; and one year of experience in supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work;
• OR an Associate's degree in Early Childhood or related field, with a plan of study leading to a Bachelor's degree or a New York State Children's Program Administrator Credential; two years of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or other early childhood program; and two years of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work;
• OR Child Development Associate Credential or other office-recognized credential, with a plan of study leading to a Bachelor's degree or a New York State Children's Program Administrator Credential; two years of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or other early childhood program; and two years of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work.

Preferred Qualifications (in addition to at least one of the above minimum requirements):

• Demonstrated background in executive-level administration, business operations, and/or accounting management.
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks for operational accounting, ledger management, and financial reporting.
• Comprehensive understanding of New York State Office of Children and Family Services (NYSOCFS) child care center regulations and compliance standards.
• Hands-on experience managing payroll, CACFP/nutrition programs, facility work orders, block grants, and institutional supply procurement.

• Salary Starting at: $63,000
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday days, occasional evenings and weekends
• This position offers benefits:
  • Retirement
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Paid holiday break: between Christmas day and New Year's Day
  • Child care assistance
  • Disability insurance and long term disability insurance
  • Education assistance

DC4 is committed to providing a safe and productive learning environment for all children, staff, and visitors. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Any offer of employment is contingent on the successful completion of the full background check series and verification of credentials presented.

The Center Director is a DC4 employee. This is not a SUNY Delhi/NYS position.