CDC Assistant Director

Commander, Navy Installations Command•Honolulu, HI

13d

About The Position

The Child Development Center (CDC) Assistant Director supports the CDC Director in daily program business and operations, with emphasis on facility and fiscal responsibilities. The position provides oversight and accountability for assigned staff throughout program operating hours and supports operational, fiscal, and emerging program requirements. The Assistant Director supervises mixed support staff, typically in administrative, food program, and facilities roles, and may serve as Manager on Duty, assuming the Director’s responsibilities in their absence. The role supports personnel management, program development and evaluation, facility and grounds maintenance, budget administration, food service operations, inspection readiness, and compliance with applicable Department of Defense, Department of Navy, and local standards. The position also supports the safety and development of children and effective communication with employees, families, volunteers, and installation personnel.

Requirements

Two years of full-time experience working with children and/or youth and a qualifying master's degree or equivalent graduate education, OR two years of specialized experience teaching children or similar work equivalent to at least the next lower grade or level.
Knowledge of operational management analysis, personnel development, and appropriated and nonappropriated funding and oversight in Child and Youth Programs.
Knowledge of developmentally appropriate programs serving children and youth from 6 weeks to 5 years of age, and of child development principles, practices, and techniques.
Knowledge of Federal and State laws governing detection, prevention, and reporting of child abuse or neglect.
Knowledge of team leadership, motivation, and learning styles in a Child and Youth Programs environment.
Skill in strategic planning, organizing, and coordinating facility improvements.
Skill using standard office equipment and systems, such as Microsoft software and a Child and Youth Management System or similar automated system.
Ability to navigate militarychildcare.com to analyze and improve space utilization.
Ability to maintain records and reports, analyze data, and present ideas and proposals to different audiences.
Ability to safeguard and account for funds and equipment; supervise others; and select, train, and supervise operations, custodial, facilities maintenance, and food program staff.
Ability to develop and implement child development programs, including family day care, part-day preschool, and before- and after-school programs.
Ability to plan and organize work, analyze problems, gather relevant data, and identify solutions.
Ability to identify and respond to emergencies, including evacuations, child illness, and physical or emotional disorders.
Ability to communicate effectively in English orally and in writing, including communicating with teams and customers, preparing reports and plans, and documenting observations.
Strong interpersonal skills with children, youth, and adults.
Must complete required child care background checks, including fingerprint checks, Tier 1 with Child Care check, State Criminal History Repository check, National Agency Check with Written Inquiries, and applicable Installation Records Check.
Must complete required training and maintain certifications or credentials required by Federal, State, or national accreditation institutions used by DoD Child and Youth Programs.
Must successfully pass E-Verify employment verification; discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
Must pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunizations.
Must participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment.
Subject to pre-employment and random drug testing; a positive test or failure to submit may be grounds for removal.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with military families and understanding of military lifestyles is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assign work according to priorities, assignment difficulty and requirements, and staff capabilities.
Conduct annual staff performance reviews, establish local performance standards, rate performance, and participate in staffing decisions.
Ensure staff receive appropriate training; coordinate annual training requirements and professional development opportunities.
Address performance and disciplinary matters, initiate or support personnel actions, resolve personnel complaints, and recommend corrective action to the Director as necessary.
Support and implement Equal Employment Opportunity objectives and policies in personnel management.
Prepare budgets and justifications, analyze monthly budget reports, and make programmatic adjustments to meet financial goals.
Oversee collection, accounting, and reporting of patron funds; ensure compliance with requirements governing appropriated and nonappropriated funds.
Purchase supplies and equipment for program operations using authorized acquisition methods.
Ensure facilities and grounds are maintained in accordance with applicable DoD, DoN, and local standards; oversee documentation of maintenance requests.
Coordinate and cooperate with local and higher-headquarters facility inspections; use the Inspection Management System to track inspections, mitigate issues, and document completion.
Inspect assets, including vehicles, and ensure required maintenance is scheduled and completed.
Oversee kitchen and food service operations, safe food handling, and functioning equipment in accordance with fire, safety, and health standards.
Assist with development and supervision of developmentally appropriate CDC programs and provide oversight of employee performance and child safety.
Assist with interpreting and applying child development principles and DoN policies based on patron needs and program evaluation.
Assist in developing, implementing, and analyzing staff and patron surveys and needs assessments to guide programming and hours of operation.
Collect and maintain current statistical data for planning and reporting.
Provide input to CDC standard operating procedures and employee and parent handbooks; assist with handbook distribution.
Assist in establishing and implementing a combined Parent Involvement Board.
Oversee and provide technical assistance for waitlist management through militarychildcare.com to maximize space utilization.
Coordinate with Training and Curriculum Specialists and confirm intended learning outcomes are applied and reassessed as appropriate.
Serve as Manager on Duty and assume the Center Director’s responsibilities when the Director is absent.
Serve as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services.
Interact professionally with employees, parents, volunteers, and local installation command personnel; participate in managing and resolving related issues.
Support a program environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions among children and adults.
Ensure assigned areas comply with health, fire, safety, facility, and program requirements and maintain DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent standards.