Early Learning Operations Director

Greater Lawrence Community Action Council; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Greater Lawrence Community Action Council in Lawrence, MA is seeking an Assistant Director of Early Learning to lead operations, budgeting, transportation, facilities, procurement, and safety for multiple program sites. The role partners with program leadership to align activities with regulatory requirements and the division’s mission.

Responsibilities include developing operational policies, monitoring budgets, ensuring compliance with licensing and Head Start standards, supervising staff,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum five years of operations or administrative management experience.
• Demonstrated budgeting and facilities oversight experience.
• Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred.
• Must have CORI & SORI completed within the first 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Develop operational strategies, policies, and procedures for Early Learning programs.
• Lead day-to-day operations across multiple program sites.
• Monitor budgets and ensure cost efficiency.
• Ensure safety, licensing compliance, and risk management.
• Oversee procurement, enrollment systems, and facilities maintenance.
• Provide staff leadership and professional development.

Skills

Budgeting

Facilities oversight

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The Greater Lawrence Community Action Council in Lawrence, MA is seeking an Assistant Director of Early Learning to lead operations, budgeting, transportation, facilities, procurement, and safety for multiple program sites. The role partners with program leadership to align activities with regulatory requirements and the division’s mission.

Responsibilities include developing operational policies, monitoring budgets, ensuring compliance with licensing and Head Start standards, supervising staff,