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Associate Director - Operations
Location:
Vista, CA
Description:
Location: North Campus Administration - Vista, CA Salary: $90,000 - $125,000 52 Weeks OUR STORY Since 1965, MAAC has been maximizing self-sufficiency with families and individuals through high-quality programs and advocacy in our communities. MAAC employs dedicated staff who provide life-changing services to thousands of individuals annually through programs in five core focus areas: Education, Economic D Under the general direction of the Chief Early Childhood Education Officer, the Associate Director - Operations for MAAC’s Child Development Program is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing various operational activities. These activities include procurement, information technology, safety, communications, and electronic organizational efficiencies. The role also encompasses oversight of Health & Nutrition, Safety & Transportation, and Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment & Attendance (ERSEA) for Child Development Programming. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Operational Leadership: Develop and implement operational plans and initiatives to meet Child Development Program goals. Ensure efficient integration of organizational functions and responsibilities to achieve optimal performance. Performance Management: Plan and evaluate the performance of managers and staff, providing coaching and development opportunities. Address performance deficiencies in accordance with MAAC’s HR policies. Compliance & Eligibility: Oversight of Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment & Attendance (ERSEA) process Facilities and Maintenance Oversight: Direct maintenance and repair functions for MAAC’s facilities, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Manage custodial maintenance and facility planning efforts. Contractual Management: Oversight and supervision of operational areas related to Health & Nutrition, Safety & Transportation, and all Facilities for Child Development Program Team Coordination: Provide leadership in inter-team communication and cohesiveness. Support and develop center staff through professional development opportunities. Financial Management: Oversee budgeting processes, financial systems, and ensure compliance with regulatory audits. Strategic Planning: Participate in the development and implementation of strategic plans, goals, and objectives. Lead efforts to enhance operational efficiency and customer service. External Relations: Coordinate with various departments and external partners to enhance MAAC’s Child Development Program. Formalize agreements with educational institutions for student learning and internship programs. Compliance and Reporting: Ensure the program complies with federal, state, and local regulations. Prepare and present reports to Board Committees, MAAC Board of Directors, and Executive Staff. QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Education & Experience: At least 3 years of progressively responsible experience in operations management, preferably in preschool settings, with a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or management role. Alternatively, a minimum of 7-10 years of related experience without a degree. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management Child Development, Social Work, Marketing, or a related discipline is desired. Master’s degree with emphasis in Program Administration, Child Development, Business, or a closely related field is preferred. Skills: Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency in budget management and financial oversight. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written. knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards, State Preschool Standards, and other relevant regulations desired Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with staff, program participants, public officials, and the community. Bilingual in English and Spanish is desirable with the ability to relate to a wide socio-economic and diverse community. Additional Requirements: Demonstrated ability to develop and implement operational strategies. Experience with facilities management and compliance with safety regulations. Proven track record in managing complex projects and leading teams. Strong commitment to the agency’s mission and values. Ability to: Exercise sound, independent judgment within general policy guidelines. Operate a computer, spreadsheet and database software applications, and operate other standard office equipment. Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing with people of various educational, social-economic, and cultural backgrounds. Develop, implement and administer operating and/or capital budgets. Prepare and present analysis and recommendations to a variety of audiences. Demonstrate superior computer skills, including Internet operations and various Microsoft applications or equivalent software. Effectively supervise, direct and evaluate staff. Read, write and analyze reports and complex financial data. Effectively manage and facilitate meetings using a shared decisions making approach. Interpret Head Start Performance Standards and other Federal and State regulations, including the ability to assist others to comply with Federal Regulations. Supervise complex, critical program operations. Relate positively and effectively with staff and families of various cultures, disabilities and socio-economic backgrounds. Establish effective and cooperative relationships with all staff levels, including parents, volunteers, public officials and the general public. Expand and effectively utilize a network of community services within the 0-5 system of children’s care. Work occasional evenings and weekends as needed. V ALUE-BASED BEHAVIORS Listens attentively to others. Asks clarifying questions to gain a better understanding of the other person’s views and underlying assumptions. Works effectively in a team environment and actively participates in joint problem solving; willingly cooperates with co-workers. Identifies and takes advantage of opportunities for personal and professional development. Attends work consistently and punctually. Arrives to meetings prepared and on time; honors work commitments; follows through on what was agreed upon; meets deadlines. Honors the private and confidential matters of co-workers. Protects the proprietary information of MAAC systems. Follows rules, regulations, and policies; positively contributes to implementing changes. Deals with issues directly, in a respectful and timely manner. Focuses on resolving the issue while not criticizing the person. Follows rules, regulations, and policies; positively contributes to implementing changes. HEALTH STATUS Must have a physical examination and TB clearance, immunization records for COVID-19, influenza*, pertussis, and measles as required by state and federal regulations, and a drug test by a doctor/clinic designated by MAAC prior to the first day of employment. *Exemption may apply only to the influenza vaccine. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH DEMANDS The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to stand, walk and sit, talk or hear both in person and by telephone, uses hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls, reach with hands and arms. An employee also is regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl, climb or balance and lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. Mental Demands While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret information; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret people and situations; use basic math; learn and apply new information or skills; work under intensive deadlines and interact with MAAC management, administrators, staff, teachers, parents, family members, children and others encountered in the course of work. BACKGROUND CLEARANCE All positions are subject to a background/education check, DMV check, NSOR, exclusion and debarment checks prior to hire and periodically throughout employment as required by various funding sources. A pre-employment credit check may be required dependent upon duties assigned. Note: California Start law requires background criminal checks on anyone who works in a licensed childcare facility who is not a client. Must have or obtain a current criminal background check clearance, signed criminal record statement, and signed Acknowledgement to Report Child Abuse form prior to the first day of employment. TRANSPORTATION Must have and maintain a valid California Driver’s License, daily use of a personal, insured vehicle, and have and maintain a motor vehicle driving record acceptable to MAAC’s insurance carrier. Incumbents will be enrolled in the California DMV Pull Program. VALUE-BASED BEHAVIORSListens attentively to others. Asks clarifying questions to gain a better understanding of the other person’s views and underlying assumptionsWorks effectively in a team environment and actively participates in joint problem solving; willingly cooperates with co-workersIdentifies and takes advantage of opportunities for personal and professional developmentAttends work consistently and punctually. Arrives to meetings prepared and on time; honors work commitments; follows through on what was agreed upon; meets deadlinesHonors the private and confidential matters of co-workers. Protects the proprietary information of MAAC systemsFollows rules, regulations, and policies; positively contributes to implementing changesDeals with issues directly, in a respectful and timely manner. Focuses on resolving the issue while not criticizing the person. Follows rules, regulations, and policies; positively contributes to implementing changesHEALTH STATUSMust have a physical examination, TB clearance and a drug screen by a doctor/clinic designated by MAAC as well as immunization records for influenza*, pertussis and measles as required by state and federal regulations prior to the first day of employment.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDSThe physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to stand, walk and sit, talk or hear both in person and by telephone, uses hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls, reach with hands and arms. An employee also is regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl, climb or balance and lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.Mental DemandsWhile performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret information; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret people and situations; use basic math; learn and apply new information or skills; work under intensive deadlines and interact with MAAC management, administrators, staff, teachers, parents, family members, children and others encountered in the course of work.BACKGROUND CLEARANCEAll positions are subject to a background/education check, DMV check, NSOR, exclusion and debarment checks prior to hire and periodically throughout employment as required by various funding sources.Note: California Start law requires background criminal checks on anyone who works in a licensed childcare facility who is not a client. Must have or obtain a current criminal background check clearance, signed criminal record statement, and signed Acknowledgement to Report Child Abuse form prior to the first day of employment.TRANSPORTATIONMust have and maintain a valid California Driver’s License, daily use of a personal, insured vehicle, and have and maintain a motor vehicle driving record acceptable to MAAC’s insurance carrier. Incumbents will be enrolled in the California DMV Pull Program.Powered by JazzHR
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Maac
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June 14 on The Resumator
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