Head Start Licensing & Compliance Manager

Scmcaa; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Scmcaa in Minnesota seeks a Head Start Background and Licensing Manager to support the Program Director with administrative, licensing, and compliance tasks. This role ensures accurate records, supports scheduling, and maintains filing systems and vendor payments.

You will supervise office staff, oversee background checks, licensing renewals, and fiscal processes, and help prepare reports for monitors and auditors. Strong organizational and data management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Program Assistant or relevant position.
• Knowledge of program and agency management practices, policies and regulations.
• Good understanding of program and agency software, computer programs and databases.
• Ability to perform business mathematical calculations.
• AA degree or relevant experience.
• Ability to handle sensitive agency information in a confidential manner.
• Medical exams and TB assessment within specified timelines.
• Background checks and drug screening requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support Program Director in planning, organizing and implementing programs and policies.
• Assist in scheduling projects for managers, supervisors, center staff, maintenance staff, etc.
• Facilitate timely completion of programs by encouraging adherence to schedules and deadlines.
• Assist in tracking, logging and reporting program/client information for funding sources.
• Prepare relevant paperwork and maintain updated files and electronic records.

Skills

Program management

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Data entry

Confidential information handling

Education

AA degree

Tools

GoEngage.app

Microsoft Office

Job description

Scmcaa in Minnesota seeks a Head Start Background and Licensing Manager to support the Program Director with administrative, licensing, and compliance tasks. This role ensures accurate records, supports scheduling, and maintains filing systems and vendor payments.

You will supervise office staff, oversee background checks, licensing renewals, and fiscal processes, and help prepare reports for monitors and auditors. Strong organizational and data management skills are essential.