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The Director of Operations is responsible for overall management of operational areas, (IT, facilities and maintenance, and food service) that support the programs and centers to operate efficiently and effectively by ensuring that the sites are safe and healthy environments meeting all federal, state and local licensing and health codes/regulations applicable to their type of use. In addition to the centers, the Director will be responsible for the transportation fleet, storage facilities, and administrative offices. This position reports to the Operations Assistant Superintendent and is a member of the leadership team.Essential Duties '
Work in concert with Operations Assistant Superintendent to develop operational procedures, implement strategic initiatives and complete projects that impact both the local programs and the Agency’s business objectives
Serve on project teams, or in an advisory capacity to support organizational initiatives
Ensure compliance with agency, state and federal standards; along with licensing requirements
Support Operations Assistant Superintendent in meeting all programs and/or agency-wide goals
Liaison with contractors to assure stated work is completed properly
Maintain contracts for all utilities, communications, storage, cleaning services, and trash removal
Responsible for ensuring and maintaining building and grounds by assigned staff
Ensure centers follow municipal ordinances, state licensing laws, and federal standards
Ensure centers are compliant with Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) regulations by conducting required monitoring
Responsible monitoring centers are in operation and in compliance of fire and security systems for all centers
Work with Center Directors to evaluate weather conditions and makes recommendations for delayed openings or school closures
Monitor food, janitorial and building supplies purchasing
Maintain license compliance files for all centers
Oversee issuing of agency supplies to personnel, while maintaining an inventory of equipment, laptops, cell phones, walkie-talkies etc.
Responds to all emergencies and acts as emergency liaison with municipal departments
Monitors and ensure current status of food handler permits, fire permits, and Board of Health requirements. If applicable, arranges for well water testing and maintains records and chemicals for safe operation of well water.
Assist in surveys of new buildings and opportunities for business expansion
Responsible for creating and monitoring the IT, facility and maintenance, and food service annual budgets
Supervise the Center Directors, Education Leads, and Nutrition Coordinator.
Staff Development and Management
Conduct weekly, bi-weekly, and/or monthly supervision with staff to provide professional coaching and development
Responsible for the recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and training new staff and developing and implementing ongoing staff development trainings for Center Directors, Education Leads, and Nutrition Coordinator using an established and consistent training program; ensure all staff meets education and licensure requirements, as deemed appropriate
Coach and support staff to ensure they have the necessary tools and resources needed to optimize performance and ensure established program goals and service delivery is achieved at the highest quality level, in a timely manner, and within budget; develop staff members to their professional potential, foster teamwork within the program and ensure a seamless service delivery to children and their families
Regularly review employee performance and provide supportive feedback
Complete, conduct, and submit 90-day and annual performance evaluations per established completion date
Working Relationships
Actively participate in collaborative and cooperative efforts and activities with the Head Start leadership, education team and cross-functional teams, such as Family Services, mental health and medical providers, disabilities services, and nutritional services
Work closely with the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendents, Head Start Leadership, and Head Start staff to maintain focus on education (learning outcomes) and aligning instructional strategies with program goals and objectives that meet the needs of the students and families
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with classroom teachers, administrative staff, children, and parents to ensure the children are receiving a quality learning experience
Establish and maintain professional working relationships with vendors, program and center funders, and the business community
Work as part of the team and show professionalism at all times by modeling and demonstrating a positive attitude and positive working relationships, while maintaining strong ethical boundaries
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or closely related field
3 years’ of previous supervisory experience or related work experience required
1-year experience in multi-site project management required
Current Texas Driver’s License and auto insurance in good standing
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and other related programs
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work as part of a team, communicate effectively both orally and in writing, receive and provide feedback and manage dynamic interchanges in meetings
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or closely related field
5 years’ experience with Head Start programs or working with similar school readiness programs
Bilingual (fluent Spanish written and conversational), highly preferred
Physical Demands & Work Conditions
This position requires frequent standing, sitting, walking and using a computer for long periods of time
Position works in a facility with and around children on a regular basis
Lift, push, pull, move up to 75 lbs.
The physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing this position the employee with or without reasonable accommodation should have the ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, speak, and hear with aid, see, read, reach with arms and hands, lift and/or move up to specified weight, and use equipment that is essential to performing the job, such as a computer, copier, fax machine, telephone, and automobile, if applicable. Specific vision requirements of this position may include color vision, seeing things close up, and the ability to adjust focus. AgreementThe statements herein indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by an employee in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of the job and may request the employee to perform other duties and responsibilities not listed at his/her discretion. This job description is not a contract between the employee occupying the position and the employer. Upbring is an at-will employer. Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran statusID: 2019-3623 Shift/Hours: 1st Shift External Company URL: http://www.lsss.org/ Street: 3008 LeTulle
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