HEAD START - RV - Center Manager II

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION The Center Manager leads, manages, and coordinates the development of program options for the local service area, which may include Region V, XII, and Early Head Start programs as well as Childcare/Early Childhood collaborations, to assure quality services for children and families which comply with Head Start Performance Standards, state regulations and Tri-Valley policies. The Center Manager assures integrated services from all local teams and/or agencies as well as support services. The Center Manager is Tri-Valley’s legal representative for all center activities and services, which are funded through the corporation. The Center Manager ensures that all center staff are adequately supervised. The Center Manager helps recruit potential parents by providing information about the various program services and benefits offered to enrolled children and families. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership Provides vision for the center, which includes meeting family needs and exceeding performance standards and other regulations, while providing an optimal work environment. Coordinates planning and evaluation to facilitate progress toward the vision. Develops problem-solving strategies for the operation and improvement of center programs. Develops and approves local policies/procedures when needed and which do not conflict with program or Tri-Valley policies/procedures. Represents the Head Start center in the community and with other agencies. Supports local parent ownership, particularly through consultation with the center parent committee. Ensures that a comprehensive assessment is completed yearly. Incorporates results of community assessment into center planning. Develops dual/multi-program plan for transitions regarding program operations, i.e.: Region V, XII, and Early Head Start. Reports program concerns and areas of weakness to supervisor. Proposes potential remedies and collaborates with supervisor to resolve them. Community Assessment and Relations Ensures that up-to-date community assessments are maintained for the overall region and local communities of eligible clients. This includes determining and documenting the characteristics, needs, and resources of communities when and where services are not currently offered and assisting existing service locations in doing the same. Interviews potential clients to determine eligibility and/or obtain information that will assist in planning services to meet their needs. Initiates and maintains contacts with community employers, organizations, and groups to promote understanding of the Head Start program, which includes obtaining information that will assist in planning services and advocating for clients in order to meet their needs. Develops and documents partnerships with service agencies and other Head Start grantees to enhance services during and after the operation of local service locations. Cooperates with local communities to improve program design at existing locations and establishes new locations and service models that best meet the needs of eligible populations. Works with the Program Design Manager and Area Manager to develop program options to meet parent/community needs. Fiscal Develops center budgets with the involvement of parents, center staff, and administrative staff. Manages center fund systems effectively, utilizing the budget as a management tool. Oversees purchasing and procurement for the Center and assures an accurate, current and secure center inventory. Assures that fiscal procedures follow Tri-Valley guidelines and that forms/reports are completed and submitted in an accurate and timely manner. Personnel Assures systems for recruitment, hiring and retention of all center personnel, which plan for staff and parent involvement. Assures that performance appraisals are completed on each staff member with input from other appropriate sources. Designates lead staff members with general responsibility for disabiliti…