This is a full-time position at the Dahlgren Child Development Center. A brief description of duties and responsibilities can be found below. More information, including qualifications, requirements and how to apply can be found online at https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/492930300.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The CDC Director is responsible for the administration of the facility to include implementation of developmentally appropriate programs, budgeting and financial management, personnel management, program operations, and compliance, among other tasks. These tasks are summarized below.
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 (DoD), Department of Navy (DoN), and local policies and standards.
Recommends modification of higher-level program goals and interprets and applies child development philosophy/principles and DoN policies based on patron needs and program evaluation and assessment.
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 the command personnel. This may include hours of operation and programming needs of the military community.
Maintains liaison with local institutions and community organizations to stay abreast of trends and changes in the community.
Interacts professionally with employees, parents, volunteers and local installation command personnel.
Participates actively and positively in managing and resolving issues with parents, volunteers and/or employees.
Budgeting and Financial Management
Develops integrated budget input, conducts written analysis of budget variances as necessary, 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 non-appropriated funds.
Adheres to authorized methods of acquisition.
Personnel Management
Responsible for the supervision of employees and volunteers. Supervisory responsibilities may include supervision of the Assistant Director, Program Leaders, Program Assistants, Operation 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.
Works collaboratively with the Training and Curriculum (T&C) Specialist to identify training needs of employees, provide or make provisions for training to accomplish those needs, and assess application of training.
Ensures that the T&C Specialist provides training in early childhood methods and child development to ensure the effective implementation of established curriculum and developmental programming.
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.
Travel Required
Not required
Supervisory status
Yes
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