Director of Child Care Aware

Job Description

This position provides executive leadership, strategic direction, and administrative oversight for Pine Technical and Community College's (PTCC) Child Care Aware (CCA) program. The Director ensures effective supervision of staff; high-quality program design and delivery; strong fiscal and grant management; and productive internal and external partnerships. The position leads planning and coordination efforts for the Northeast Child Care Aware District and collaborates with partner regions and tribal early childhood organizations to ensure contract compliance and service excellence.

Salary Range: $30.55 - $44.24/hour

Main Responsibilities

• Program Leadership and Grant Administration. Provide leadership and management of Child Care Aware district grant services for the Northeast District.
• Supervise and direct staff in the Child Care Aware grant program.
• Fiscal and Budget Management
• Partnerships, Advocacy, and External Relations
• Professional Development

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of demonstrated leadership, management and progressive administrative responsibilities along with progressively responsible early childhood industry experiences.  A bachelor's degree may substitute for one year of experience; a master's degree may substitute for 18 months of experience.
• Experience supervising the work of others.
• Ability to interpret regulations, manuals, and policies and apply them effectively.
• Experience writing contracts and administering grants.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including meeting facilitation and report writing.

Preferred Qualification 

• Bachelor's degree.
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible related industry experience.
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative data analysis related to program evaluation.
• Proven ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of early childhood education principles, Child Care Aware services, and the Parent Aware initiative.

Other Requirements

In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (Minnesota State) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor vehicle Records check.

A job offer may be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

? Criminal Background Check

? Employment Record Review (current and former State employees only)

? Employment Reference Check

? Conflict of Interest Review

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

• Monday-Friday, 8am - 4:30pm ; some evenings/overnights may be required due to travel and conferences/trainings

Telework (Yes/No): No

Application Procedure
Please apply online, as only online applications will be considered.

Applicant resumes and cover letters should address the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position. Applicants whose skills and experience align with the position requirements may be contacted by the department.

As part of the recruitment process, the college may review materials related to an applicant's job performance and educational background. For finalists, this process may also include contact with current and/or former employers. Reference checks will occur later in the recruitment process, as applicable.

Final candidates should be prepared to provide a list of four (4) professional references, including contact information. At least two references must be current or former supervisors or managers. For recent graduates, instructors, professors, or teachers may be considered acceptable supervisory references.

Connect 700 Program: This position is designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities. More information may be found at: http://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Sharon Weaver at sharon.weaver.2@pine.edu.

About

As part of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, Pine Technical and Community College is a vibrant, comprehensive college and community resource for extraordinary education, empowering learners and honoring the needs of those we serve. The foundation of PTCC's employee culture is rooted in student success. We seek to build a workforce that is representative of the students we serve. Find out more about PTCC at https://pine.edu/aboutptcc/mission-vision-values/.

Learn More About Campus Safety: We encourage all prospective applicants to review PTCC's Annual Campus Security Report and Clery statistics, which provide important information about campus safety and crime prevention. Visit https://pine.edu/about-ptcc/polices-procedures/ for detailed insights into our commitment to creating a safe and secure learning environment.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.  We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.