Child Development Center Director - Small or Medium CDC

Job Title

Program Management

Applies professional knowledge of child development principles to supervise the CDC's developmental programming. Ensures implementation of a developmentally appropriate program that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of children in the age categories served. Provides program oversight and accountability for the performance of employees and the safety of children in accordance with Department of Defense, Department of Navy, and local policies and standards. Ensures the development, implementation and analysis of surveys and needs assessments of staff and patrons to ensure appropriate programming and hours of operation. Collects and maintains up-to-date statistical data for planning and reporting purposes in accordance with higher headquarters and statutory requirements and for the purpose of maximizing spaces and ensuring that resources accommodate the needs of command personnel. Maintains liaison with local institutions and community organizations to stay abreast of trends and changes in the community.

Budgeting and Financial Management

Develops integrated budget input, conducts written analysis of budget variances, and prepares justification for funding of program resource requirements and repairs or maintenance of facilities and equipment. Oversees the collection, accurate accounting and reporting of funds received from patrons. Ensures compliance with all regulations governing the use of appropriated and nonappropriated funds. Adheres to authorized methods of acquisition.

Personnel Management

Supervises employees and volunteers. May include supervision of the Assistant Director, Program Leaders, Program Assistants, Operations Clerk(s), Cook(s), Food Service Workers, and Custodian(s). If the CDC has one or more annex facility, the CDC Director will also supervise the CDC Program Supervisor. Ensures proper and timely initiation and implementation of all personnel actions and assures quality related to selection, assignments, training, promotions, disciplinary actions, and recognition of employees and volunteers. Supports/carries out all established EEO objectives and policies in matters of personnel management and supervision and communicates support of these policies to subordinates. Oversees the development of staffing schedule in accordance with established ratios and group sizes and coordinates use of employees who work across CY programs with other installation CYP Directors. Ensures program meets the required child to adult ratios and that over-staffing is avoided. Establishes local performance standards for employees and volunteers using established standards and requirements and evaluates performance. Provides guidance to employees and volunteers regarding compliance with standards and execution of management directives. Receives and ensures resolution of complaints related to personnel and takes disciplinary action as necessary. Works with the Training and Curriculum Specialist to identify training needs of employees, provide or make provisions for training to accomplish those needs, and assess application of training. Ensures training is competency-based and tied to career progression. Encourages and facilitates the pursuit of continuing higher education, including the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or college-level classes.

Program Operations

Gives input into the development of CYP standard operating procedures (SOPs) as required. Ensures implementation of these SOPs. Works with other CYP Directors to establish and implement a combined Parent Involvement Board (PIB) that includes parents and representatives from the CDC, Child Development Home (CDH), School Age Care (SAC) program, and Youth Program (YP) (as applicable to each installation). Gives input into the development of CYP employee and parent handbooks and ensures distribution of these handbooks. Works collaboratively with the person responsible for maintaining the Central Waiting List.

Compliance

Compliance with, and is assessed by adherence to the standards and criteria developed by the DoN, DoD, the Military Child Care Act (MCCA), and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Takes action to obtain and retain DoD certification and NAEYC accreditation. Implement recommendations or correct deficiencies resulting from inspections or accreditation visits. Ensures the development and implementation of the established curriculum. Implements and supports policies and procedures to ensure compliance. Ensures food service operations provide nutritionally balanced meals and snacks in accordance with USDA guidelines.

Additional Responsibilities

Serves as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services. A complete list of duties and responsibilities will be provided at the time of hire.