Share Email Opening Title Early Learning Director  EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   Category Education   Description ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF JOB: Responsible for providing leadership and supervision for the Lower Elwha Head Start Program, Early Childhood Education Programs by: Facilitating the design and implementation of internal structures, systems and policies to assure compliance with Federal, State, County and Tribal requirements.  Obtain approval of Program Procedures and Policies from Business Committee and Head Start Policy Council (when applicable) Ensuring adequate systems are in place to maintain the highest quality of services to children and families in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and Child Care policies and procedures congruent with organizational philosophy, mission, and values Developing and implementing the Head Start Training and Technical Assistance Plan that promotes training opportunities and professional development to meet team and individual needs. Representing Lower Elwha Head Start/Early Childhood Education programs to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with local agencies, state, regional and national communities and organizations serving Lower Elwha Head Start the Early Learning programs including participating in the development of program interagency agreements and contracts. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the members of the LEKT Business Committee, Education Director, the Head Start Policy Council, and Head Start staff program. Participation in the program planning and relationship building among LEKT programs to develop collaborations and to facilitate and plan future expansion of services for young children. Providing good Financial Management for the Lower Elwha Head Start and Lower Elwha Child Care program by developing budgets that meets Federal Grant and LEKT requirements and discuss any budget amendments with LEKT Business Committee and Head Start Policy Council.  Oversee the efforts managers and consultants in the monitoring and control of component budgets. Formal presentations to parents, staff, community groups, LEKT Business Committee and funding sources to provide information and ensure collaboration and promote advocacy.     Position Requirements KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY POSITION: Strong knowledge of theories and practice of Early Childhood Education, Human Services and/or Human Development. Demonstrated experience in administration and supervision, strong leadership and management skills. Grant writing experience or demonstrated knowledge of resources required. Ability to balance regulatory requirements with budget constraints and growing community needs. Problem solving and cooperative skills are required for this position. Experience and/or knowledge of resources for design and delivery of training. Working Knowledge of local community needs and resources. Working knowledge of federal regulatory environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Diplomacy and human relations skills required. Valid Washington State Driver’s license.   QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, Human Services or a related field and two to four years professional experience in Head Start Program preferred or Associate Arts in Early Childhood Education, Human Services and/or Human Development and three to five years professional experience in Head Start Program preferred with requirement of the completion of Bachelors of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Services or a related field within three years of employment in this position. Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written Background check to be conducted prior to employment date and pass the criminal history check. Must have obtained a Food Handler’s card within 30 days of employment. Must be able to comply with the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe Drug Free Workplace policies. Must possess a Washington State driver’s license within 30 days of employment. Must obtain Infant Child First Aid & CPR certification within 30 days of employment. Must have a Physical Exam that shows employee is free from communicable diseases with 30 days of hire. Must have a negative TB test within 30 days of hire. All communications are potentially sensitive and are subject to Head Starts policy on CONFIDENTIALITY.   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate lifting, occasionally 15-40 pounds. Must be able to work at a desk 8 hours per day The work is performed in an office environment and will involve hearing voice conversations, keyboarding, sitting, standing and walking. A reasonable amount of driving is required. Occasional out of town/state travel lasting up to 5 days required.   OTHER UNIQUE DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS: Ability to apply principles of leadership and management in daily practice. Ability to act quickly in emergency situations. Required to pass drug testing prior to employment. Balancing attention to detail with a “bigger picture” perspective. Substantial decision making relevant to personnel, fiscal and operations management. Application of basic early childhood and social service disciplines. Continuous upgrading of leadership abilities and professional expertise. CHALLENGES: Balancing budget constraints with growing service needs; Redesigning the organization to promote a self-managed work environment. Level 15 A-F ($23.05 - $26.60 hourly) As with all positions of the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe this position is Indian Preference in hiring, in Accordance with P.L. 93-638.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Shift Days   Close Date 9/19/2014   Number of Openings 1   Open Date 7/22/2014   Location Lower Elwha Head Start Building   About the Organization Information ---- about Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://LowerElwhaKlallamTribe.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles -- None found --

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