Head Start/Early Head Start Director — Program Leader

Mexican American Opportunity Foundation; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

403(b) Retirement Plan - 5% employer @

Job summary

MAOF is seeking a Head Start/Early Head Start Director I to plan, direct, and oversee operations for the Head Start Program in Contra Costa County. The role leads compliance, budgeting, and service integration while aligning with federal/state requirements and agency contracts.

The Director I will manage strategic goals, policy development, and coordination with delegate agencies, staff, parents, and communities to deliver high-quality early education and related services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, public health, human services, early childhood education, social work, or related field.
• Master's degree in a related field and certification in education and administration highly desirable.
• Experience managing grant-funded programs.
• Knowledge of Head Start/Early Head Start and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision and leadership for the Head Start program operations.
• Oversee grantee design, development, monitoring, and capacity building.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Direct staff activities to collaborate with partners and families.
• Develop budgets and monitor expenses.
• Prepare program reports and funding applications.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Grant management

HR management

Regulatory compliance

Education

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

Master's degree in a related field (desirable)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

MAOF is seeking a Head Start/Early Head Start Director I to plan, direct, and oversee operations for the Head Start Program in Contra Costa County. The role leads compliance, budgeting, and service integration while aligning with federal/state requirements and agency contracts.

The Director I will manage strategic goals, policy development, and coordination with delegate agencies, staff, parents, and communities to deliver high-quality early education and related services.