Data Collection Supervisor — Head Start Data & Compliance

NEMCSA; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Rx, Vision & Dental insurance

401(k) employer contributions

Paid holidays & vacation

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency (NEMCSA) seeks a Data Collection Supervisor to oversee the collection, entry, and maintenance of child and family data across Head Start programs.

You'll monitor data systems, ensure regulatory compliance, analyze data, generate reports, and provide training and support to staff on data practices. Supervisory duties include guiding Regional Data Assistants and ensuring confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Data Management, Information Systems, Public Administration, or a related field required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Three years of experience in data collection, reporting, or data management required.
• Experience with Head Start, early childhood education, or human services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the collection, entry, and maintenance of child and family data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor data systems and reporting processes to meet Head Start and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze data and create reports that support program planning, decision-making, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct data reviews and audits, identify concerns, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Provide training, technical assistance, and support to staff on data systems and reporting practices.
• Manage SmartTeach, eDECA, and other assigned data systems, including user access and system administration.
• Collaborate with program leadership to evaluate program quality and identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Support self-assessment, monitoring, and other program evaluation activities.
• Supervise and support the Regional Data Assistant(s) and Program Quality Data Assistant.
• Maintain confidentiality of all child, family, employee, and program information.

Skills

Data collection

Data management

Head Start

Education

Associate degree in data management or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ChildPlus

SmartTeach

eDECA

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency (NEMCSA) seeks a Data Collection Supervisor to oversee the collection, entry, and maintenance of child and family data across Head Start programs.

You'll monitor data systems, ensure regulatory compliance, analyze data, generate reports, and provide training and support to staff on data practices. Supervisory duties include guiding Regional Data Assistants and ensuring confidentiality.