ASSISTANT CENTER ADMINISTRATOR

Priority Dispatch Corp.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. is seeking a Center Operations and Program Coordinator to oversee center staff in the Center Administrator's absence and to support coordinated services across all functions.

The role emphasizes strong administrative and supervisory experience, knowledge of Head Start theories, and the ability to manage staff development records, performance evaluations, credential tracking, MAP alignment, and regulatory compliance within a nonprofit setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or equivalent.
• Experience in office management, case management, or related areas.
• Strong knowledge of Head Start theories and practices.
• Working knowledge of Head Start and Child Care regulations.
• Excellent oral and written communication for cross-level feedback.

Responsibilities

• Supervise center staff in the absence of the Center Administrator.
• Inform Center Administrator of staffing needs and changes immediately.
• Assist in mid-year and annual performance evaluations of Center staff.
• Maintain an up-to-date listing of all staff credentials and records on professional development pursuit status.
• Assure staff progress towards educational requirements as supported by MAP and Head Start Performance Standards.

Skills

Administration

Staff supervision

Head Start knowledge

ECD knowledge

Head Start regs

Oral & written communication

Non-profit experience

Human development background

Education

Associate degree or higher in ECE/HS

Job description

Supervise center staff in the absence of the Center Administrator.Inform Center Administrator of staffing needs and changes immediately.Assist in mid-year and annual performance evaluations of Center staff.Maintain an up-to-date listing of all staff credentials and records on professional development pursuit status for those pursuing degree course work to assure staff progress towards educational requirements as supported by MAP and Head Start Performance Standards.Center Operations and Program CoordinationAssist in the coordination and arrangement of services in all functional areas, utilizing internal and external resources to provide quality services as deemed appropriate.Demonstrated experience in administration and supervision.Strong knowledge of Head Start theories and practices of Early Childhood Development, Human Services and/or Human DevelopmentWorking knowledge of Head Start and Child Care regulatory environment.Associate Degree or above in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or an equivalent combination.Demonstrated experience in office management, case management or related areas.Working knowledge of child development or social service programs; human resources management or related area in a non-profit organizationOral and written communication skills which facilitate and support positive feedback among operational levels.