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Apply By:
05/08/24
Division:
Head Start Division
Management Level:
Division Director
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
Description:
The Head Start Director is responsible for the leadership and vision setting for the Head Start program . The Director is responsible for the administrative functions for the overall operations of the Head Start program in accordance with the guidelines set by the Office of Head Start, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Food Care Program, the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program, the Universal Pre-Kindergarten program the Jefferson County Human Services Department, the Head Start Policy Council and the Jefferson Board of County Commissioners. The Director maintains relationships with the Federal Regional Office, Colorado Department of Early Childhood, Triad Bright Futures, Triad Early Childhood Council, Jefferson County Human Services Department, the Jefferson County School District and community partners. The Director sets vison, collaboratively guiding program development, strategic planning, and goal setting . Ensures that all aspects of staff administration, fiscal management over grant funds, and program delivery are accomplished with excellence and in accordance with regulations . Together with the Head Start leadership, the Director establishes an employee culture of learning, development, responsibility, and achievement . The Director creates an environment that fosters partnership and engagement with Head Start families . The total annual budget is just over $ 7, 000,000 .
About Head Start:
Jefferson County’s Head Start and Early Head Start is a no cost, comprehensive, child- focused and family-centered preschool program for children ages infant to 5. A range of individualized services in the areas of education, early childhood development, medical, dental, mental health, nutrition, family support, and parent education and training are provided to children and families. We make every effort to meet a child's special needs by a ccessing support from external agencies when necessary.
The mission of Head Start is to empower our families to become stronger, healthier, and self-reliant. We p r ovide a range of support and services for our children and families.
Human Services:
Mission : J efferson County Human Services employs talented, passionate professionals who empower people and communities to thrive.
Vision : We provide excellent individualized service throughout communities with dignity and respect. We collaborate with community partners to provide wide range of integrated services to meet diverse needs. We are the employer of choice for passionate and motivated professional.
Values : Person Centered, Passionate and motivated leaders, Professional excellence, Fiscal Responsibility, Inclusiveness, Transparency, Creativity and Innovation, Collaborative decision making, Integrity.
Schedule : Th is position typically operates on a traditional 5-day work week (Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm). Due to the nature of this role, in-office work is required .
Compensation :
Hiring Range: $ 100,000 - $11 4 ,000 USD An nually
Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills.
Benefits : Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, flexible schedules, remote work options and more . For more information, c lick Here for our Total Rewards summary.
Essential Duties:
- PROFESSIONAL PARTNERSHIPS:
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Policy Council, Board of County Commissioners, Jefferson County Human Services Department as well as Federal, s tate and loc al en tities. Maintain oversight of the organization to assure that all programs, s ervices and systems are developed i n accordance with Head Start p erformance standards and are congruent with organizational philosophy, m ission and v alues. Oversees all on-going monitoring and evaluation of the program. Training and support of leadership team to apply principles of effective leadership and management in daily practice.
- Work effectively with multiple entities including county board of commissioners, advisory boards, councils, commissions, collaborating agencies, community agencies, state and federal entities, Human Services and county management to assure programs, projects assigned are properly reviewed , approved, coordinated, evaluated and in compliance with all standards. Attend meetings and make presentations on behalf of the program as requested .
- Review, develop and implement policies and procedures to improve program efficiency in accordance with the direction set by the Policy Council and Board of County Commissioners. Consult with Human Services Director, and Policy Council to set priorities and policies. Brief the Human Services Director and Board of County Commissioners on program activities, outcomes, needs and future direction.
- BUDGET & GRANT MANAGEMEN T:
- Partner with the Human Services Business and Finance team to pre pare, al locat e and m onitor annual budget in coordination with federal, state and county requirements to ensure oversight of expenditures are in alignment with grant funding regulations and requirements.
- Prepare grant applications. Oversee grant administration including grant applic ations and other funding requests in coordination with the Head Start Policy Council, grantor requirements and as required by county management. Administer grant appropriations. Maintain records and prepare reports for submission as required by funding authorities. Evaluate opportunities for obtaining grant funding for new projects/program services.
- Negotiate partnerships and contracts in areas pertaining to finance, audits, facilities, consultants, food providers and cooperative agreements with public schools and community partners.
- Participate in Office of Head Start national conferences to ensure program standards are current.
- Oversee Federal compliance with early childhood special education eligibility and services for all referred and i dentified students.
- SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
- Supervises staff in area of responsibility. Administers and makes recommendations for routine personnel matters affecting subordinates, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, assigning, scheduling, granting leave, appraisals, and taking corrective action in alignment with both county and Head Start requirements . Conducts performance evaluations and communicates short- and long-term goals and objectives . Submits personnel records and reports as required by the County. Assists and advises subordinates as necessary, resolves problems as non-routine situations arise, and ensures adherence to established policies, procedures and standards. Communicates changes in policy and procedures to direct reports and implements them as directed.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click “apply” for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Minimal Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree , Master’s degree preferred.
- Plus, a minimum of five years of experience in either Education or Public Health or related experience;
- AND three years of Supervisory experience
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Experience working with Head Start
- Ability to manage budget expenditures for both staff and resources
- Community outreach experience
- Program advocacy experience
- Experience with program management
- Independent critical thinking and analysis
- Strong time management and prioritization skills
- Analytical mindset - ability to analyze and make recommendations to upper management
- Ability to work well with diverse and different personalities
- Passionate about agency's mission and vision
Additional Job Information:
- Universal Precaution annually
- CPR and first aid annually
- All Head Start staff are required to be fully vaccinated.
- Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references.
- Fingerprints are required
- Must have a valid driver's license, if you are from out of state, you must obtain a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of hire date and you must not have any major violations, nor more than one DUI, DWI,DWAIconviction in the past three years.
- Willingness to occasionally travel to assigned Head Start Sites (Arvada or Wheat Ridge).
Perjury Statement : Any applicant who knowingly or willfully makes a false statement of any material fact or thing in the application is guilty of perjury in the second degree as defined in Section 18-8-503, C.R.S., and, upon conviction thereof, shall be punished accordingly.
How to Apply:
Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities .
Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps. To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team, please log into your candidate portal .
For more details on the recruitment process, please visit https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs
Questions: County Recruitment Team: 303-271-8400 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us
Education:
Experience:
Work Experience: Minimum five years
Supervision Experience: Minimum 5 years
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Category:
Executive Management
