Program Manager II

Community Action Commission of Santa Barbara County•Santa Maria, CA

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Assistant Director, the Program Manager II provides program management for a region, including short- and long-range planning for service delivery and training. The position integrates health, nutrition, and disability services; coaches, mentors, supervises, and trains staff; and serves as a liaison between Department leadership, staff, and community collaborators. As a member of the Planning and Development Team (PDT), the role leads planning, development, and implementation of new initiatives and special projects affecting the department. The Program Manager II manages Site Supervisors and directly supervises regional support staff. The position is responsible for program compliance, daily operations, staff development, service quality, community relationships, and coordination of services across the program. The role represents the Agency in regional public and community settings and may negotiate local service agreements, subject to the stated approval requirements. A bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or a related field, plus three years of progressively responsible professional experience demonstrating significant supervisory and administrative responsibilities and strong knowledge of early childhood education and development theories and practices, is required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The role requires a valid California driver’s license, current insurance, and an acceptable driving record; required state vaccine verification; and compliance with state health, TB clearance, and fingerprinting requirements. The employee must hold or obtain a California Department of Education Early Childhood Director Permit within three months of hire and become a Certified CLASS Observer in Preschool or Toddler and Infant within twelve months of hire. Bilingual English/Spanish skills are highly desirable. The work environment is usually quiet. The position regularly involves sitting and talking or hearing, frequently using hands to finger, handle, or feel, and occasionally standing, walking, reaching, and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or a related field, and three years of progressively responsible professional experience demonstrating significant supervisory and administrative responsibilities and strong knowledge of early childhood education and development theories and practices, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and to present information effectively and respond to questions.
Ability to perform arithmetic calculations, compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Knowledge of Internet, spreadsheet, and word-processing software.
Valid California driver’s license, current insurance coverage, and an acceptable driving record as determined by the Agency.
Provide verification of state-required influenza, pertussis, and measles vaccines upon hire. Influenza vaccination may be waived through an annual waiver; acceptable verification includes an immunization record or physician statement.
Must hold or obtain a California Department of Education Early Childhood Director Permit within three months of hire.
Must become a Certified CLASS Observer in Preschool or Toddler and Infant within twelve months of hire.
Must meet state health requirements, including physical examination and TB clearance.
Must be fingerprinted and have records filed with the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing.
Must be able to perform the essential duties, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish skills are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Ensures program compliance with state licensing regulations and grant requirements.
Implements program requirements and supervises daily operations within the assigned region or functional area.
Supervises regional staff and guides them in providing holistic child and family services.
Supports supervisors in creating evaluations and action plans.
Creates individual professional development plans with staff and supports their goals.
Coaches, trains, and onboards staff.
Establishes expectations and support for high-quality Early Care and Education programs, including parent and family involvement, using measures such as ECERS, CLASS, and NAEYC accreditation tools.
Conducts one-on-one check-ins and regular staff meetings to provide information, updates, and training.
Observes children and suggests behavior-management and education programming to meet individual needs.
Monitors the home visiting component.
Conducts regular site visits and enters results in Child Plus.
Supports staff wellness and relationship building.
Coordinates integration of program components through team development, integrated work plans, and collaboration.
Under Human Resources guidance, conducts interviews and extends job offers to potential candidates.
Represents the Agency at public and other local functions and meetings for the region.
Establishes and maintains connections with school districts, community agencies, and local funding groups.
Participates in funding interviews and/or reviews as the Program Liaison for the department or Agency.
Negotiates local agreements with service agencies to expand services to children and families, subject to required final approval.
As part of PDT, coordinates and centralizes services to ensure consistency of systems across the total program.
Provides recommendations and guidance for program development.
Performs other duties as assigned.