Head Start Professional Development Manager

Blue Valley Community Action Partnership; Nebraska; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36-hour work week

Full benefits package (Medical, Dental

Vision, Life & Disability

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blue Valley Community Action Partnership is seeking a Professional Development Manager to lead workforce development across our Head Start program, ensuring staff are prepared and supported to deliver high-quality services to children and families. You will oversee onboarding, training, and performance management for a qualified workforce.

You will collaborate with Children Services leadership, coach supervisors, and guide staff development, while aligning with Head Start standards and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least three years of experience in a management role supervising multiple staff.
• Strong communication, organization, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Ability to coach and mentor staff and manage multiple objectives simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and age groups.
• Intermediate proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook and navigating web-based systems.
• Valid driver license, clean driving record, and access to an insured motor vehicle.
• Ability to pass required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Lead workforce development, onboarding, training, professional development, and performance management systems for Children Services.
• Support and coach supervisors in performance management, employee development, reflective supervision, and corrective action.
• Supervise the Professional Development team and oversee staff qualifications, professional development goals, and performance evaluations.
• Provide training, coaching, and technical assistance to supervisors and staff.
• Partner with Human Resources on hiring and onboarding processes.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Leadership

Teamwork

Coaching

Background checks

Education

Bachelor’s degree (HR/Education/EC/related)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Blue Valley Community Action Partnership is seeking a Professional Development Manager to lead workforce development across our Head Start program, ensuring staff are prepared and supported to deliver high-quality services to children and families. You will oversee onboarding, training, and performance management for a qualified workforce.

You will collaborate with Children Services leadership, coach supervisors, and guide staff development, while aligning with Head Start standards and