Top 50 Program manager Jobs in Kalkaska, Mi

Program Director
Central Day Care Center —Traverse City, MI
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Financial Aid Specialist
Northwestern Michigan College —Traverse City, MI
- $53,989 a year
- Extended hours
- Research
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Medical Officer
American Red Cross —Michigan
- $200,000 - $250,000 a year
- Full-time
- Medicine
- Doctoral degree
- Up to 50% travel
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Military Service - U.S. Air National Guard, Biomedical Equipment
Military Service - U.S. Air National Guard Recruiting —Michigan
- From $49,838.78 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Military
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
Senior Program Manager
Attalon, Inc. —Traverse City, MI
- $73,000 - $142,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Product management
- Business Administration
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Emergency Management Coordinator
Grand Traverse County —Grand Traverse County, MI
- $66,413 - $83,053 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Military
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Manager In Training Program
Garber Automotive Group —Traverse City, MI
- Urgently hiring
- Clean driving record
- Management
- Dealership
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Executive Director: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan
The Solvent Group —Traverse City, MI
- $100,000 - $130,000 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Bachelor's degree
- Children
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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FOIA Coordinator - Countywide
Grand Traverse County —Grand Traverse County, MI
- $62,085 - $79,775 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Office
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Director of Public Health Programs - Maternal & Child Health Services
Grand Traverse County —Grand Traverse County, MI
- $78,343 - $97,953 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- 5 years
- Basic math
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Director, Homeless Services
Goodwill Northern Michigan —Traverse City, MI
- From $80,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Heavy lifting
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
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PPS Program Coordinator
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital —Traverse City, MI
- Full-time
- Nursing
- RN License
- Hospital
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Assistant Program Manager - Disability Support Staff
Grand Traverse Industries —Mancelona, MI
- $17.13 - $19.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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5d
Program Manager (Opportunity Builder)
Grand Traverse Industries —Traverse City, MI
- $17.50 - $19.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Charitable Giving Officer
Father Fred Foundation —Traverse City, MI
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
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1d
Tooling Manager
Grand Traverse Plastics —Williamsburg, MI
- From $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Engineering
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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6d
CO: Preschool Program Lead Caregiver, 8.0 hrs/day
Traverse City Area Public Schools —Traverse City, MI
- $22.32 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Preschool
- Retirement plan
3d
Staff Development Coordinator/Infection Control RN
Medilodge of GTC —Traverse City, MI
- Nursing
- RN License
- Computer literacy
- Health savings account
- Loan repayment program
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Sports Program Lead
Grand Traverse Bay YMCA —Traverse City, MI
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
Student Support Advisor
Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians —Traverse City, MI
- From $22.30 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Program Director

Central Day Care Center
Traverse City, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
5 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Employee discount

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Curriculum implementation management in an education administration role
Staff supervision
Confidential information handling
Program design
Quality of care (regulatory compliance area)
Overseeing academic program planning
School policy development
Family collaboration in education
Child behavior management
Classroom record maintenance
Collaboration with board members
Instructional leadership in education
Teacher coaching
Managing education teams
Child safety supervision
Staff policy implementation
Overseeing academic personnel management
Nonprofit financial management experience
Parent communication in school administration
Interdisciplinary policy and procedure development experience
Care facility administration
Working with families
Classroom behavior management
Activity planning for children
Policy Development
Board relations

Full Job Description

CENTRAL DAY CARE CENTER

JOB DESCRIPTION

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Supervised By: Board

Supervises: Teachers

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

General Summary

Under the general direction of the Board, and within established policies and applicable Michigan Child Care Licensing Rules, the Program Director is responsible for the educational,licensing, staffing, and child-focused operations of the childcare center. This position provides leadership for classroom programming, child development practices, staff supervision, family engagement, and regulatory compliance.

The Program Director serves as the primary program leader for the center and may serve as the designated program administrator for licensing purposes, as approved by the appropriate licensing authority. This position works to ensure that the center operates safely, effectively, financially responsibly, and in alignment with the mission of the organization.

Essential Job Functions

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

1. Provide leadership and oversight for the center's educational programming,classroom operations, and child development practices.

2. Ensure the center maintains compliance with applicable Michigan Child Care Licensing Rules and related health and safety requirements.

3. Maintain appropriate staffing, supervision, and staff-to-child ratios in accordance with licensing requirements.

4. Oversee curriculum development, lesson planning, classroom quality, and age appropriate learning activities.

5. Supervise, coach, evaluate, and support teaching staff and classroom personnel.

6. Participate in the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, and retention of qualified childcare staff.

7. Ensure staff complete required training, credentialing, background checks, and professional development.

8. Serve as a primary contact for licensing inspections, classroom-related compliance matters, and corrective action plans.

9. Maintain required program records, including child files, staff qualification records, training documentation, and incident reports.

10.Communicate regularly with families regarding child development, classroom expectations, program updates, and concerns.

11.Address child behavior, family concerns, and staff performance matters in a timely and professional manner.

12.Develop, implement, and evaluate center policies related to programming, child supervision, classroom practices, and safety.

13.Provide regular updates to the Board of Directors regarding program quality, staffing, compliance, and operational needs.

14.Foster a positive, respectful, and professional culture among staff, families, and children.

15.Perform other related duties as assigned to support overall center operations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities and

minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.

Must meet applicable Michigan licensing requirements for a childcare program director role.
Strong knowledge of early childhood education, child development, classroom management, and childcare licensing requirements.
Demonstrated ability to supervise, coach, evaluate, and support childcare staff.
Ability to maintain compliance with licensing, health, safety, and record keeping requirements.
Strong communication skills with children, families, staff, licensing representatives, and the Board.
Ability to manage confidential and sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion.
Experience developing and implementing policies, procedures, curriculum, and program standards.
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced childcare environment.
Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain and maintain certification.
Successful completion of required background checks and clearances.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, sit at child level, and interact with children throughout the day. The employee may occasionally lift or carry children, materials, or classroom equipment of moderate weight.

Work is performed primarily indoors in a childcare setting, with regular exposure to outdoor play areas. Regular, consistent, and predictable attendance is required.

Preferred Leadership and Organizational Management Experience

The Board of Directors seeks a candidate who can provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight beyond the core requirements of childcare program management. While experience in early childhood education leadership remains essential, candidates with demonstrated success in broader organizational leadership are strongly encouraged to apply.

Preferred qualifications include experience in one or more of the following areas:

Budget development, financial oversight, and long-term financial planning
Enrollment management, family account administration, and student retention strategies
Human resources leadership, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, employee development, and performance management
Development and implementation of organizational policies, procedures, and operational standards
Facilities management, vendor relations, maintenance planning, and capital improvement oversight
Strategic planning, organizational development, and organizational change management
Preparing and presenting reports, recommendations, and operational updates to boards, governing bodies, or executive leadership teams
Nonprofit management, municipal administration, or leadership of similarly complex organizations
Oversight of administrative functions, including payroll, benefits administration, records management, and regulatory compliance
Leading multidisciplinary teams and fostering a collaborative, positive workplace culture

Candidates who demonstrate a combination of strong early childhood education leadership and organizational management experience may receive additional consideration. The Board reserves the right to assign administrative, operational, or strategic responsibilities based on an individual's qualifications, experience, demonstrated abilities, and the evolving needs of the organization.

Compensation

Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications, experience, credentials, and assigned responsibilities. Candidates with significant experience in both childcare program leadership and organizational administration may be eligible for placement at the upper end of the approved salary range.

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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program manager jobs in kalkaska, mi

Program Director

Financial Aid Specialist

Medical Officer

Military Service - U.S. Air National Guard, Biomedical Equipment

Senior Program Manager

Emergency Management Coordinator

Manager In Training Program

Executive Director: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan

FOIA Coordinator - Countywide

Director of Public Health Programs - Maternal & Child Health Services

Director, Homeless Services

PPS Program Coordinator

Assistant Program Manager - Disability Support Staff

Program Manager (Opportunity Builder)

Charitable Giving Officer

Tooling Manager

CO: Preschool Program Lead Caregiver, 8.0 hrs/day

Staff Development Coordinator/Infection Control RN

Sports Program Lead

Student Support Advisor

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