Job Posting
HS Center Supervisor
Position: Center Supervisor
Reports To: Head Start Director
Department: Head Start Department
Job Purpose: Oversee the on-site operations of various child development centers including the collection of important child development data for computer input; participate in home visitor programs and ensure program compliance with Federal rules and regulations.
Job Duties:
• Oversee operations of child development centers; renew child center licensing and complete all necessary documentation to ensure compliance with Federal regulations.
• Conduct on-site visits to child development centers; monitor staff interaction with children and parents; make recommendations for improvement as necessary.
• Oversee supplies and request equipment, ensure compliance with vendor contracts.
• Monitor fee collection procedures to ensure compliance.
• Serve as consultant for home visitors and program families.
• Participate in the coordination of the development of contracts and agreements between social service providers and the child development program.
• Supervise the collection and input of comprehensive child development program data into the management information system.
• Develop various information systems for assigned programs; identify problems and recommend changes to achieve project goals.
• Participate in the selection of assigned program staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
• Prepare analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the fields of community and social service programs.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervision Responsibilities:
• Evaluates, disciplines and develops support staff.
• Works with Managers to conduct training, orientations and continuing education of staff.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of operations, services and activities of a child development program.
• Knowledge of operational characteristics of a child care center.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of social services.
• Knowledge of principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques of early childhood development and education
• Knowledge of basic principles of contract administration
• Knowledge of operational characteristics of management information systems
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations
• Skills to oversee the operations of child development centers.
• Ability to supervise, organize, and review the work of lower-level staff.
• Ability to select, supervise, train and evaluate staff.
• Ability to serve as consultant for home visitor program.
• Ability to interpret and explain Child center, Early Head Start and Head Start policies and procedures.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including tribal officials and the general public.
Work Environment:
Work is performed in a typical interior/office and outdoor environment.
Exposure to natural weather conditions and various dusts and mists may occur while performing outdoor duties.
Noise level is usually moderate.
Physical Demands:
Talk, hear, sit, stand; use hands to handle objects, equipment, controls and reach with arms and hands.
Position requires frequent lifting of up to 25 lbs.
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
• Child Development Associate Certification or one year state certification in child development.
• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from an accredited college or university with major course work in child development, social services, education, public administration, information systems or a related field, plus three (3) years of experience in child development or social service programs to include one (1) year direct supervisory or technical lead experience in an administrative capacity. Bachelor’s Degree in Early Education or related field preferred.
• One year experience working with infants and toddlers preferred.
• CPR and First Aid Certified.
• Must obtain and maintain Food Handler’s Card.
• Must be able to pass a physical examination and TB screening.
• Must have fingerprinting completed prior to employment.
▪ Valid Oklahoma driver’s license with ability to meet Seminole Nation liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance.
CDL license preferred with two years of experience working as a CDL driver with no legal or safety incidents on record.
▪ Must be able to pass background check, with no prior convictions and/or felonies.
▪ Must be able to comply with the Seminole Nation Drug Free Workplace policies.
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