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POSITION SUMMARY:

Directs activities of the Partnership related to operation of the early childhood education projects. Provides leadership to staff and volunteers in furthering the mission and vision of the Partnership and in preparing children for their next educational setting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Organizes and develops Head Start budgets and grant applications with the Accounting Services Department in coordination with the Planning and Project Development Department prior to submission to the Executive Director, Policy Council and Governing Board.
• Direct the Early Childhood Services Programs (Head Start 0-5) in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, guidelines, and performance standards.
• Responsible for maintaining communication with funding sources and delivering accurate and timely reports on department activities to assigned specialists.
• Participate in Kansas Head Start Association activities.
• Direct and coordinate the purchasing of equipment and supplies for the program and maintain inventory records as required.
• Direct and supervise transportation and vehicle maintenance activities in coordination with the Transportation Services Coordinator.
• Oversee the activities of the Facilities Maintenance coordinator, ensuring that all Head Start facilities are quality, safe environments for children and families.
• Establish and monitor a self-evaluation system to assure quality program operational capacity.
• Monitor and approve all programmatic expenditures including payroll.
• Direct and coordinate the activities of the Policy Council and supporting committees to ensure compliance with Program Governance standards. Act as liaison with the Head Start Policy Council Chairperson in shared governance activities with the Partnership Governing Board.
• Direct and supervise the Assistant Director, Accounting Service Director, and Administration Support Staff.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Partnerships policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

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KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Essential:

• Basic computer skills on IBM compatible P.C. systems and software.
• Basic operation skills of general office equipment such as photocopiers, faxes, and phone systems.
• Superior interpersonal skills. Ability to get along with diverse personalities; tactful, mature, and flexible.
• Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the general public and to communicate effectively and clearly both orally a d in writing.
• Resourceful and well organized.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with co-workers, community partners, and customers.
• Ability to learn and adapt.

Desired:

• Demonstrated leadership with emphasis in assisting disadvantaged citizens.
• Strong interest in community capacity building around the issues of poverty with history of accomplishment in community service.