Associate Director of Comprehensive Services

Mexican American Opportunity Foundation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance (MAOF

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer 5

Life Insurance

EAP & Wellness Programs

Loan forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

Mexican American Opportunity Foundation seeks an Associate Director of Comprehensive Services to oversee health, nutrition, education, family engagement, mental health, and disability services across EHS/HS/CDE programs in California. The role guides operational systems, supervises program managers, and partners with community organizations to ensure regulatory compliance and high-quality services.

The position requires leadership and seven+ years of management experience in Head Start or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, public health, human services, early childhood education, social work, business, or a related field.
• Seven years of management experience in Head Start, Early Head Start, State Preschool, or related program.
• Experience in planning, operations, evaluation, compliance, budgeting, and MIS.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for health, nutrition, early childhood education, family services, mental health, and disability services.
• Recruit, train, supervise, coach, and evaluate staff while supporting ongoing professional development.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start standards, Head Start Act, CDE requirements, licensing, and CACFP requirements.
• Oversee program monitoring, analyze findings, and implement corrective action and quality-improvement plans.
• Monitor school readiness goals, program outcomes, child and family services, and licensing requirements.
• Develop and maintain program systems, policies, procedures, training plans, and coordinated service approaches.
• Prepare required reports and develop/MOA agreements with schools, public agencies, healthcare providers, and community organizations.
• Develop and monitor service-area budgets, purchasing, grants, and funding proposals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Time-management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, public health, human services, early childhood education, social work, business, or related field

Job description

Associate Director of Comprehensive Services

MAOF Head Start/Early Head Start, California Child Care and State Pre-School Programs, Early Head Start Partnerships

$119,640 - $122,400

Full Time, Exempt

1 Position

GENERAL PURPOSE

The Associate Director of Comprehensive Services oversees the delivery and quality of health, nutrition, education, family engagement, mental health, and disability servicesf or EHS/HS/CDE programs. The role manages operational systems, supervises key program managers, collaborates with internal and community partners, and ensures services meet all federal, state, local, and agency requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provide leadership and oversight for health, nutrition, early childhood education, family services, mental health, and disability services.
• Recruit, train, supervise, coach, and evaluate staff while supporting ongoingprofessional development.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, the Head Start Act, CDE requirements, California licensing regulations, LACOE guidance, CACF Prequirements, and agency policies.
• Oversee program monitoring, analyze findings, identify trends, and implement corrective action and continuous quality improvement plans.
• Monitor school readiness goals, program outcomes, child and family services, and licensing requirements.
• Develop and maintain program systems, policies, procedures, training plans, and coordinated service approaches.
• Prepare required reports, including monthly, quarterly, annual, governing body, and Program Information Report submissions.
• Develop and maintain partnerships, MOUs, and agreements with schools, public agencies, healthcare providers, and community organizations.
• Develop and monitor service-area budgets, purchasing, licensing applications, grants,and funding proposals.
• Support program planning, self-assessment, community assessment, facility expansion, and continuation applications.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, public health, human services, early childhood education, social work, business, or a related field.
• At least seven years of management experience in Head Start, Early Head Start, State Preschool, or a related program.
• Experience in program planning, operations, evaluation, compliance, budgeting, and management information systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and meet deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and current automobile liability insurance.

PHYSICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Ability to see and hear sufficiently to perform job duties and use hands and fingers to complete required forms and documentation. Must be able to lift infants and toddlers weighing up to 40 pounds, lift up to 20 pounds overhead, lift up to 40 pounds from waist to shoulder, and occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds. The position also requires frequent sitting on the floor, bending, kneeling, and stooping for up to 75% of the workday.

These physical requirements represent those necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities, provided the accommodation does not create undue hardship or pose a direct safety risk.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment described is representative of the conditions an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of the position.

MAOF Sponsored Benefits:

At MAOF, we are committed to supporting the overall well-being of our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive package of benefits and perks for full-time employees, with select benefits also available to part-time employees.

• Personal Time Off(PTO) - Vacation/personal days or sick time).
• Paid Sick Time – 48hours
• Bereavement Leave – 5paid days.
• Jury Duty – 5 paid days.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid 100% by MAOF.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan- 5% employer match – 100% vested.
• Basic Life and Accidental Insurance.
• Pet Insurance.
• Supplemental life insurance.
• Employee Assistance(EAP) – For team members and dependents; counseling, legal assistance, financial planning, identity theft, etc.
• Supplemental Cancer, Disability, and Accident plans.
• Employee referral bonus (referring employee earns $500 for each new hire who completes 90 days.
• Discounts for AT&T wireless, movie tickets, amusement parks, and much more.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Credit Union Membership

Contact information below if you would like more information regarding this position. Phone Number: [phone]Fax Number: [phone]Website:www.maof.org Email: [e-mail]

• Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
• Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.

Associate Director of Comprehensive Services

Application Procedure

To apply directly online, follow the link below.
You can also download the application, fill it out and email it to [e-mail]
Contact information below if you would like more information regarding thisposition.
Phone Number: [phone]
Fax Number: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

In order for your application to be accepted, the following documents are REQUIRED:

• College Transcripts are REQUIRED when applying for the MAOF Head Start, Child Care and Pre-School programs,
• Degree along with college transcripts REQUIRED for any positions that require a BA or higher degree,
• When applying for positions of Associate Teacher, Teacher, Head Teacher or Site Supervisor a copy of the Permit from the California Commission of Teacher Credentialing is REQUIRED,
• When applying for positions that do not require transcripts or degrees a High School diploma or equivalency REQUIRED,
• Updated resume REQUIRED for all positions,
• 2 letters of PROFESSIONAL recommendation REQUIRED for all positions.

Minimum qualifications must-be-met by the close of filing date.

MAOF offers the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Accidental Insurance, Employer Contribution and Employer Match 403(b) Retirement Plan with 100% vesting, Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs (EAP), Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, 501(c)(3) Designation Public Service Loan Forgiveness, other supplemental benefits such as AFLAC, Credit Union Membership and Discount tickets to Southern CA theme parks and attractions.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided byOFCCP here .