50108 Early/Head Start Corona Center Based- Sr. Program Director

The Child Center of NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Child Center of NY is seeking a Senior Program Director to oversee multiple programs including financial, educational, advocacy, and administrative services. You will build key relationships with funders, school and community leaders, parents and staff to ensure high-quality service delivery and program compliance.

This leadership role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, at least five years in a similar role with two years supervising staff, and strong skills in supervision,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Social Work, Public Administration, or related field.
• 5 years' experience in a similar role, minimum of 2 years supervising staff.
• Demonstrated competence in early childhood, supervision, training facilitation, and community program administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn other online platforms.
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision, coaching and feedback to program leadership and line staff.
• Oversee all operations of the program(s) to ensure utilization rate, census, and productivity goals are achieved.
• Ensure cost-effective delivery of high-quality services to families served by the program(s).
• Prepares for audits and meets with auditors from regulatory agencies.
• Develops and implements policy/procedures changes to meet regulatory requirements.
• Meet performance expectations/metrics, as defined for the position.
• Communicate program aspects throughout the agency and oversee community engagement and outreach.

Skills

Staff supervision

Program administration

Training facilitation

Independent work planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

The Senior Program Director (SPD) is responsible for overseeing all facets of multiple programs including financial, educational, advocacy and administrative services. Builds key relationships with all significant contacts (internal & external) including funders, licensing agents, school and community leaders, parents, participants, program directors, support staff and relevant department leads and supervisors. He/she strategizes with appropriate personnel to ensure the optimal delivery of high-quality services. Responsible for the strategic oversight of monitoring budget, audits and all components of program compliance and assisting in administration of various aspects of the division.

Summary

The Senior Program Director (SPD) is responsible for overseeing all facets of multiple programs including financial, educational, advocacy and administrative services. Builds key relationships with all significant contacts (internal & external) including funders, licensing agents, school and community leaders, parents, participants, program directors, support staff and relevant department leads and supervisors. He/she strategizes with appropriate personnel to ensure the optimal delivery of high-quality services. Responsible for the strategic oversight of monitoring budget, audits and all components of program compliance and assisting in administration of various aspects of the division.

Essential Functions

• Provide supervision, coaching and feedback to program leadership and line staff.
• Oversee all operations of the program(s) to ensure the utilization rate, census, and productivity goals are achieved.
• Ensure the cost-effective delivery of high-quality services to the families served by the program(s) and the smooth operation of the program(s).
• Prepares for audits and meets with auditors from various regulatory agencies.
• Develops and implements response and/or changes of policies/procedures to meet regulatory requirements.
• Meet performance expectations/metrics, as defined for the position within the assigned program.
• Communicate program aspects throughout the agency and oversee community engagement and outreach.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages several Program Directors responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of their respective Programs. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the agency policies and applicable laws. Deep understanding and knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) where applicable. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, directing work, rewarding, disciplining employees, performance reviews, and addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Social Work, Public Administration, or related field.
• 5 years' experience in a similar role, minimum of 2 years' supervising staff.
• Demonstrated competence in early childhood, supervision, training facilitation, and working knowledge of community program administration and planning.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn other online platforms.
• Ability to plan and carry out assignments independently.
• Ability to prioritize, adhere to timelines and multi-task.

Qualifications Preferred

• Will support families that predominantly speak Spanish or Bengali andothers, may be required dependingon client needs.
• Master's degree in early childhood education or social work with SIFI certification.

The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V