Early Childhood Council Manager (Douglas County)
Employment Type: 0 - Full-time Regular
Pay Range: $84,152.00 - 126,228.00
Location: Lone Tree, CO
Overtime Exempt: Y
Elected Office / Department: PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT
This position performs professional, managerial, administrative, and supervisory work in the planning, development, and implementation of the operations related to the Douglas County Early Childhood Council under the supervision of the Executive Director.
Generally, the hiring range is $84,152-$105,190 annually. Qualifications, education and experience as it relates to the position will be taken into consideration when determining hiring salary.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following examples are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.)
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Manages implementation of the Quality Improvement System including recruiting programs, assigning coaching, and managing budget
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Supports the development of contracted coaches to effectively support quality improvement in childcare programs
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Teaches or organizes instructors for the following classes: Expanding Quality for Infants and Toddlers, Pyramid, Trauma Responsive, and other classes as appropriate
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Supports the recruitment, retention and on-boarding of childcare providers in Douglas County.
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Develops a variety of methods for local childcare providers to report open childcare slots (e.g., calling, texting, emailing, completing an online form) and maintains a database of openings
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Uploads data of slots to the Colorado Shines Salesforce system to inform the Colorado Shines Statewide Call Center and search results on the Colorado Shines website
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Provides ongoing technical assistance and training opportunities, including equity, diversity and inclusion, and a community of practice for providers.
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Supports the Executive Director with collaboration efforts with other agencies in Douglas County that support children and families
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Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
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Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in education; master’s degree preferred.
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A minimum of five years of early childhood experience, including at least five years of coaching experience.
- Minimum of one year of supervisory experience required, three or more years preferred.
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A combination of education and experience may be considered.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS:
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Must be a Credentialed Early Childhood Coach and trainer
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This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check including fingerprinting through a national database.
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Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License upon hire, with complying insurance. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Closing Date: 7/24/2026 4:59PM MST. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is selected.
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