Director, Headstart
South Dakota Board of Regents - Vermillion, SD
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Director, Headstart Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Details Logo Institution The University of South Dakota Working Title Director, Headstart Posting Number NFE02442P Department USD-Head Start Physical Location of Position (City) Vermillion Posting Text The University of South Dakota School of Education is seeking a Director of Head Start/Early Head Start. The Director is responsible for providing the day-to-day management, oversight, staff supervision, coordination, and direction of the USD Head Start and Early Head Start programs. The Director will provide vision and leadership to Head Start staff while ensuring management functions are properly carried out in programs. These duties will be accomplished in accordance with the Head Start Program Performance Standards, Policies and Procedures, and State of South Dakota Licensing Requirements. The Director has operational responsibility for meeting all federal, state, and local grant requirements, rules, regulations, and program standards. Required qualifications. Candidates must have sufficient knowledge, training and experience, and competencies to fulfill the roles and responsibilities of the position and ensure high-quality service delivery. A baccalaureate degree in relevant field and five years experience in supervision of staff, fiscal management, and administration are required. Incumbent must pass fingerprint background check. Preferred qualifications. Experience working with large and complex budgets, writing large competitive grants and South Dakota Licensing regulations is preferred. Prior experience in child development and working with low-income families is preferred. The director should demonstrate the following skills: * The capacity to solve complex technical, administrative, and regulatory/policy issues involved in implementing strong systems and services by making timely decisions; * The capacity to foster a workplace supportive of individual differences; * The capacity to prioritize, consider alternatives, and respond quickly and effectively to unexpected and rapidly changing conditions; * The skills necessary to be an innovative and creative thinker and encourage these skills in team members. Application Procedure: Available online at yourfuture.sdbor.edu. The first consideration date for the position is August 22, 2024. Inquiries should be directed to Amy Schweinle . The University of South Dakota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, staff and students. This document is available in alternative forms upon request. For assistance, contact Disability Services at USD at 605-658-3745 or . USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse. Posting Date 07/29/2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 08/22/2024 Advertised Salary Salary is commensurate with qualifications. Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours Typical office hours with occasional off-hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Faculty Status No Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires Travel, Overnight stays, Valid Drivers License If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations USD Head Start provides free preschool and in-home early learning programs for expectant families and children birth to age five. We serve our communities' youngest learners in the southeast South Dakota counties of Clay, Lincoln, Turner and Union. (Services vary by location and age.) USD Head Start provides free inclusive comprehensive services to eligible children and families by supporting nutrition, health, disability, education, mental health, and family services. Funding is provided through the Administration for Children & Families, Dept of Health & Human Services - Office of Head Start. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse. Contact Information Working Conditions Cognitive Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the cognitive requirements for this position. Comprehend, Intense Customer Interaction, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Pace-average, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Analyzing, Frequent Change, Logic, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast Protective Clothing/Equipment Please check the appropriate response for this position's use of the following protective clothing or equipment. If other protection is used please identify Physical Requirements Please designate the physical requirements of this position Repetitive Motion, Driving, Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Sitting for sustained periods of time Describe any of the conditions selected Sensory Requirements Please check the appropriate response that describe the sensory requirements for this position. Hearing, Speaking, Vision (With and without corrective lenses) Working Conditions & Exposures Working Conditions or Exposures (or potential exposures) that this position may encounter during the course of the work day. Please describe, in more detail, any of the conditions checked above Working Environment Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Classroom Environment, Office Environment If you have indicated Other Environment, if work tasks involve one or more of the above, or if further explanation is necessary, please use the space provided. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents * Resume * Cover Letter * Reference List Optional Documents * Other
Created: 2024-09-23