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Job Summary:
The Head Start Director is responsible for assuring all the Head Start Program mandates and standards for excellence are met on a daily basis. This position develops the structure, systems and procedures to facilitate this. In addition to operating responsibility for fiscal, legal, and programmatic aspects of the program, it bears the responsibility of assuring the program is strategically positioned for the future. At the discretion of the Head Start Director, some responsibilities may be delegated to other staff.
Duties & Functions:
- Assures the compliance with all funding sources mandates, all applicable laws and regulations, assures that standards which exceed the minimum are being met
- Provides guidance and leadership to staff to emphasize the importance of the program achieving high standards of quality, internally and through public and private sector partnership
- Reviews and analyzes monthly financial and statistical reports to assess the budget status and to initiate preventative measures if any problems appear to be predicted
- Oversees and monitors agreements for the purchasing of goods and services. Assures that bids are solicited in accordance with State and Federal Regulations
- In conjunction with the Family Services Coordinator, assures that the program services the number of eligible children for which it is needed
- Reads management and leadership materials and program-related materials to keep abreast of developments in comprehensive early childhood programs
- Work with other organizations in the community to foster collaboration as defined by Federal Head Start
- In conjunction with Tribal Council, Staff, Program Policy Committees, leads planning meetings in which long and short-term goals for improvement are established
- Conducts a complete Community Assessment every three years and an update during the intervening years
- With input from program participants and the staff, develops a funding application every year
- Other duties may be assigned at the discretion of the Tribal Council or designee to fulfill the Department's needs, objectives and/or goals
- Follow established Tribal policies and those outlined in the Colorado River Indian Tribes Employee Handbook
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to work effectively with minimal daily guidance
- Successful experience working in a team setting
- Ability to present a positive image of the organization to members of the community
- Operate a computer and software programs such as MS Office/Excel/Word
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work as part of a team
- Knowledge of community resources
Education & Experience Requirements:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Welfare, Public Administration, Human Resources, Day Care Administration, or one of Social Sciences
- A minimum of three years, experience in Pre-School Management
- An understanding of Head Start philosophy and the ability to implement its principle of shared authority and decision-making, Leadership ability
- Experience in human services program management including, program planning, operations and evaluation, and the use of management information systems
- First Aid and CPR card holder, or ability to obtain it
- Able to pass a criminal background check as required by local and federal law
- Ability to pass a health examination and criminal background check
- Must possess a current valid driver’s license throughout employment
Physical Requirements:
- Must successfully complete a drug screening test prior to appointment
- Physically able to perform duties assigned
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including some evening and/or weekends
APPLY:
C.R.I.T. HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
26600 MOHAVE ROAD
PARKER, AZ 85344
FOR CRIT EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION VISIT: http://crit-nsn.gov
INDIAN PREFERENCE: Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act Section 701 (b) and 703 (I) explicitly exempts from overage the preferential employment of Indians by Indian Tribes. Therefore, CRIT acknowledges and extends preferential treatment to enrolled CRIT members who qualify toward all employees or applicants based on race, color, sex, religion or national origin.
CRIT OFFERS: Health and Life Insurance, Pension Plan, Paid Holidays, Sick and Annual Leave. Pre-Employment Drug Screening is required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $74,422.40 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you an enrolled member of the Colorado River Indian Tribes?
- do you have a valid Driver's License?
Work Location: In person
