Hybrid Child Care Licensor (SHPC2) – Licensing & Compliance

State of Washington; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Washington’s Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) seeks a Child Care Licensor (SHPC2) to join our Bellevue team. You will administer uniform licensing procedures, conduct inspections, and work with providers to ensure safe, healthy environments compliant with WAC 110 and DCYF policies.

The ideal candidate will communicate clearly, collaborate with staff and the public, and have a strong background in early learning regulations.

Qualifications

• Requires a graduate degree or higher in a related field with relevant professional experience.
• Bachelor's degree with several years of experience in planning, administering or delivering social/health programs.
• One year as SHPC1 and progression to SHPC2 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and annual evaluations of licensed child care environments to determine compliance with regulations.
• Assess facilities for safety, developmental appropriateness, and cultural relevance.
• Provide ongoing technical assistance to early learning providers.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work style

Collaborative skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Master's degree or higher in early childhood education, social work, health or social science, public administration or related field

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

Tools

MERIT system knowledge

Microsoft Office

Mobile devices usage

Job description

State of Washington’s Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) seeks a Child Care Licensor (SHPC2) to join our Bellevue team. You will administer uniform licensing procedures, conduct inspections, and work with providers to ensure safe, healthy environments compliant with WAC 110 and DCYF policies.

The ideal candidate will communicate clearly, collaborate with staff and the public, and have a strong background in early learning regulations.