Early Childhood Education Facility Director/Administrator

Robson Forensic • Las Vegas, NV

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Robson Forensic is seeking an experienced early childhood education facility director or administrator to investigate incidents involving early childhood facilities and home-based programs. The role applies deep knowledge of childcare supervision, standards, practices, licensing regulations, and the standard of care to determine why injuries, incidents, and abuse occurred. Prior forensic experience is not required; Robson Forensic provides training in applying professional expertise in a forensic setting.

The position involves investigating and analyzing cases, assessing decision-making and operational procedures, preparing clear and scientifically sound reports, and providing expert testimony at depositions or trials. Approximately 20% of the role involves travel for training and testimony. The rest is investigation, analysis, and report writing, conducted independently and collaboratively. Experts receive and provide mentoring within a firm of more than 100 scientists, engineers, and other professionals, and manage a portfolio of 50–70 projects or clients. The role is based in Las Vegas, Nevada, with a hybrid work arrangement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and a master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Membership in an organization focused on early childhood, such as NAEYC or NAFCC.
• At least 8 years of day-to-day director or supervisory experience in an early childhood care facility.
• Teaching experience with early childhood populations, including infants and toddlers.
• Experience investigating incidents related to child injury and staff misconduct, including suspected physical or sexual assaults or child abuse.
• Current and relevant training or certifications in early childhood care and education.
• In-depth knowledge of childcare licensing regulations, best practices, and current trends.
• Excellent technical, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Clean background screen.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in private childcare.
• Experience in faith-based childcare.
• Experience in in-home childcare.
• Experience in summer camp.
• Experience in school-age care.
• Experience with elementary populations.
• Experience with special education populations.

Responsibilities

• Investigate injuries, incidents, and abuse involving early childhood facilities and/or home-based programs.
• Analyze site procedures using knowledge of applicable standards and practices.
• Assess decision-making, operational procedures, and the standard of care to determine why incidents occurred.
• Write clear, scientifically sound reports.
• Provide expert testimony on investigative findings at depositions or trials.
• Travel for training and testimony, approximately 20% of the role.
• Work independently and as part of a collaborative team, offering and receiving support and mentoring.
• Manage a portfolio of 50–70 projects or clients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior