Director III - Early Learning Services

Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, plans, organizes, controls and directs the operation, management and administration of the Early Learning Services programs which includes Head Start/Early Head Start and State Preschool Programs; develops, monitors, implements and evaluates program policies and procedures; develops, administers and monitors program budgets; assures that Head Start/Early Head Start and State Preschool Programs comply with and implements State, local and federal regulations; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel. 

Leadership team members are eligible to receive a $2,500 annual stipend for a master’s degree and a $2,500 additional stipend for a doctorate, provided official documentation is submitted.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE 
Master’s degree in child development or related field and five (5) years increasingly responsible experience in the administration of a Head Start/Early Head Start or related child development program. 

Licenses and Other Requirements 
- Valid California Child Development Director’s permit or Valid Administrative Credential 
- Valid California driver's license 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 
Bilingual / Biliterate Preferred

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS: Only attach the following materials to your application 
- Cover letter (signed) 
- Professional resume 
- Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, including one (1) from your current supervisor 
- Copies of official transcripts (Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree). Copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (officials must be provided upon hire) 
- Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC) The application and materials must be received by application deadline.

Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date.