ECI Program Director: Lead & Elevate Early Intervention

Socket.dev; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Program Director to oversee the grant administration of an Early Childhood Intervention program in Texas, coordinating with the State Office and leading a leadership team. The role requires managing staff, ensuring program quality, and maintaining compliance with goals and reporting obligations.

The position demands strong supervisory experience, budget oversight, and the ability to collaborate with state agencies and local partners while traveling within multiple

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years supervisory or managerial experience in an early childhood program.
• Experience with early intervention services and service delivery models.
• Experience with compliance monitoring and reporting for government programs.
• Budget management including monitoring expenditures and program income.

Responsibilities

• Lead, evaluate, and support ECI program staff.
• Oversee implementation of the ECI program work plan across key areas.
• Coordinate staff development and training programs.
• Prepare programmatic reporting and monitoring.
• Represent the agency in communications with HHSC ECI and other stakeholders.
• Ensure coordination among service divisions and local agencies.
• Monitor expenditures and program income monthly.
• Ensure compliance with ECI policies and procedures.
• Complete the ECI renewal application when required.
• Communicate with state ECI personnel throughout the fiscal year.
• Manage timesheets, payroll, purchasing, and related documents.

Skills

Lead large teams

Verbal and written communication

Stakeholder relationships

Budgeting and financial oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education

Coursework in early intervention or program management

Ability to plan, direct, and review management work

Master's degree preferred

Additional certifications in early intervention (preferred)

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a Program Director to oversee the grant administration of an Early Childhood Intervention program in Texas, coordinating with the State Office and leading a leadership team. The role requires managing staff, ensuring program quality, and maintaining compliance with goals and reporting obligations.

The position demands strong supervisory experience, budget oversight, and the ability to collaborate with state agencies and local partners while traveling within multiple