Center Manager - Migrant Child Care Program (Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin)

UMOS•Plainfield, WI

4d•$24•Onsite

About The Position

The Center Manager will oversee the operations of a Migrant Child Care Program center, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. This role involves managing staff, maintaining facilities, implementing program policies, and ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of the children in care. The position requires a strong understanding of early childhood education, program administration, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Be 21 years of age or older.
High school diploma or equivalent.
60 college credit hours with 12 credit hours in Early Childhood and/or CDA.
Must meet state licensing and Head Start requirements for Center Manager.
Possess presentation/training experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Have reliable transportation.
Possess a valid driver’s license.
Have adequate insurance.
Successful completion of a criminal background check prior to starting.
Complete a physical exam and TB test showing absence of Tuberculosis within 30 days of employment.
Complete Fire Extinguisher Training, Child CPR and First Aid within 30 days.
Submit all relevant educational documentation at the time of application (transcripts, certificates, training).

Nice To Haves

BA in Early Childhood Education or related field.
Child Care Administrator’s Credential or ability to obtain within 2 years.
Experience in a Childcare setting with one year of supervision.
Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

Conduct and/or participate in the hiring of staff and completion of hiring paperwork and required documentation.
Plan and coordinate new employee orientation and training for new hires and volunteers.
Provide direct supervision to coordinating staff, Bus Driver, and Food Services Manager, including training, technical assistance, and performance appraisals.
Develop and maintain employee work schedules, submit overtime requests, and review and approve timesheets.
Develop, maintain, and secure Administrative and Personnel Records, including Health Records and I-9 Forms.
Implement the employee accident/prevention program and process workers’ compensation claims.
Review and verify the eligibility of children, including documentation review and signature of the Certificate of Eligibility Form.
Ensure physical environments conform to federal, state, and local regulations, including ADA, state licensing, and OSHA.
Assist with the annual renewal of facilities license and submit all required documentation for licensing and the YoungStar program.
Ensure facility and equipment are maintained by completing Safe Environments checks, facility inspections, and ensuring adherence to safety procedures and the Emergency Preparedness Plan.
Implement CACFP/SFSP in accordance with USDA regulations, including compliance with menus, meal scheduling, special diets, and food safety procedures.
Implement UMOS Purchasing procedures through submittal of requisitions/purchase requests and maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
Plan and coordinate weekly core team meetings and monthly staff meetings, and attend relevant meetings, seminars, and workshops.
Assist and monitor expenditures for compliance with budgetary allotments based on enrollment.
Implement and monitor procedures for child’s health emergencies, child abuse prevention and reporting, injury/accident prevention and reporting, transitions, sanitation, food handling, and maintaining confidentiality.
Coordinate the timely submittal of weekly and monthly reports, including daily attendance participation records.
Assist and/or coordinate all home visits conducted by core team and teaching staff.
Coordinate random drug testing for select staff.
Perform data entry in database systems for program area assignments.
Participate in data collection for community assessment.
Report suspected child abuse & neglect according to state law and UMOS policies and procedures.
Implement and monitor ongoing recruitment plan activities, including recruitment of children with disabilities.
Perform other duties as assigned.