Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

Center Director 

Full Time, Monday – Friday (40 hours per week)

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927.  We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need.  Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.  

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Manages the general operations of Childcare Center to ensure program goals and outcomes are met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applies appropriate techniques and standards in program development and service delivery.
• Ensures that programs and services comply with licensing, accreditation, state and federal standards and other appropriate regulatory or professional requirements and support our mission.
• Prepares and administers area budget within the guidelines established by the Board and Administration
• Compiles accurate and timely program statistical data to meet reporting requirements. Monitors performance measurements and recommends program improvements
• Manages financial aspects of center including invoicing and collecting parent fees and billing external payment providers (i.e. CCAP, Colorado Preschool Program and Denver Preschool Program) monthly
• In conjunction with administrative team, facilitates development of program components which address the developmental, cognitive, physical and safety needs of children enrolled in the program.
• Performs outreach, recruitment, and enrollment of eligible children to increase awareness of our programs and to achieve enrollment goals
• Collaborates and cooperates with ECE Administrative Staff to ensure compliance with all Head Start Performance Standards.
• Networks in the community with individuals and community organizations.  Establishes and maintains collaborative efforts between Catholic Charities and other organizations as appropriate.
• Fosters family involvement and participates in all parent meetings and special events.
• Assists grant writers and prepares reports for funders as requested.  Works with the Resource Development department, Center Supervisor and appropriate others in the formulation of funding requests.
• Manages staff schedules to ensure appropriate staff-to-child ratios, as defined by Head Start Performance Standards, at all times.
• Maintains and updates all required material for files, particularly as specified by state licensing regulations and Head Start Performance Standards.
• Understands and follows all fire regulations and other safety requirements.
• Welcomes, includes, and supports volunteers including the responsibility for volunteer supervision, recognition, and completion of the required performance reviews.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Agency’s values and policies, and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises assistant center supervisor, family service workers, center teachers and assistant teachers

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Current Director Qualified status according to the Colorado Department of Human Services
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal and presentation skills. 
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate staff through application of Agency values
• Intermediate knowledge of computers to input information, maintain client and program data, create and generate reports, and create communications.
• Ability to remain calm and to calm others in an emergency, stressful and/or confrontational situation.
• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.

• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

An Associate’s degree with an agreement to receive a Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or a Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) from accredited college or university with a major emphasis in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or Early Childhood Special Education including specific course work as outlined in child Care Licensing Regulation and three years related management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s Degree preferred.

• 5 years working with children age birth to 5 and their families and 5 years supervisory                         experience with an AA/AS.
• 3 years working with children age birth to 5 and their families and 3 years supervisory                           experience with a BA/BS.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Director Qualified Letter from the Colorado Department of Human Services.

• Valid CO driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and proof of insurance required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS   

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands to handle and feel.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Travel: Minimal within local area.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

OTHER

• Equipment Used:  General office, some use of kitchen/cleaning equipment.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Salary: Starting at $2,252.37 Bi-weekly with increases commensurate with experience & education. 

This position is eligible for a $500.00 sign on bonus after 90 days of employment.

Schedule: Dependent on location, Center is open 7:30am-5:30pm, Monday through Friday.  This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week.

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Public Speaking; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more. 

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including: 

• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees – increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance. 

• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so there may be a need to work some holidays, which would include holiday pay). 

• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation. 

• Medical Plans (90% of employee’s and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date. 

• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits. 

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you! 

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process. 

Drug-Free Workplace. 

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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