Early Childhood Education Facility Director/Administrator

Robson Forensic • Las Vegas, NV

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Robson Forensic is hiring an Early Childhood Education Facility Director/Administrator to investigate injuries, incidents, and abuse in early childhood facilities and home-based programs. The role applies extensive knowledge of childcare center supervision, standards, procedures, and practices to determine why incidents occurred and assess decision-making, operational procedures, and the standard of care. Prior forensic experience is not required; Robson Forensic provides training in applying industry expertise in a forensic setting.

The position involves analyzing sites and procedures, preparing clear and scientifically sound reports, and providing expert testimony. Approximately 20% of the role involves travel for training and giving sworn testimony at depositions or trials. The remainder is devoted to investigation, analysis, and report writing, working 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 style.

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 with an early childhood focus, 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 settings.
• 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 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, including sworn testimony at depositions or trials.
• Participate in training and travel as required for the work.
• Work independently and collaboratively, while managing a portfolio of 50–70 projects or clients.

What This Job Offers

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