Head Start Director

SCMCAA•Winona, MO

About The Position

The Head Start Director is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and coordination of the project, including providing information and support to the Policy Council. The position is based at the Central Office and supervises Component Specialists and the Head Start Secretary. The role is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Requirements

Minimum bachelor of science degree in education, early childhood, child development, social services, or another related field.
Knowledge of basic management theory, practices, and methods, with at least one year of experience applying them.
Knowledge of the program area obtained through at least one year of relevant experience.
Ability to prepare funding proposals and budgets.
Knowledge of laws and funding-source regulations applicable to the program.
Knowledge of agency purpose, goals, policies, and procedures.
Ability to train and develop staff.
Ability to effectively coordinate the program with other agency programs.
Ability to speak effectively in public.
Ability to conduct oneself in a manner that projects a positive image to staff, the program, the agency, and the community.
Complete an initial medical exam and TB assessment within 30 days of employment, then complete them every five years.
Pass background, child abuse/neglect, and drug screenings; subject to random drug testing.

Responsibilities

Achieve or exceed the overall goals of the project.
Develop and implement a planning process, including work plans and budgets.
Prepare funding applications for submission to funding sources.
Develop and update the project organization structure, including job descriptions and lines of authority and accountability.
Develop and monitor budgets for all project funds, ensure expenditures remain within budget allocations, and secure resources to meet local share requirements of federal grants.
Ensure adequate program and participant records are maintained and required reports are submitted.
Implement agency policies within the project and comply with funding-source requirements.
Stay informed about project-related legislative and technical developments and keep component specialists, senior management, and project staff informed.
Select, orient, train, and evaluate management staff; assign, schedule, and review their work.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with program staff, agency personnel, government entities, relevant community agencies, public officials, and funding sources.
Plan, direct, and participate in a public information program to ensure the community is aware of the program’s purpose and goals.
Advise the Executive Director on project planning and policy matters.
Conduct ongoing monitoring and evaluation of program effectiveness, including goal achievement and program impact.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.