Executive Director, Family Center

New Haven Unified School District

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Under the direction of the Chief Academic Officer, plan, direct, organize, and conduct all Family Center programs and activities; oversee fundraising and the development and administration of grants and contracts; ensure the engagement of students, volunteers, and parents in Family Center programs and activities; communicate and collaborate with all necessary stakeholders to leverage resources and coordinate activities and programs; coordinate and collaborate with site and District personnel to implement all Family Center sponsored grants, projects, and activities; supervise all Family Center staff; manage program evaluation and data collection; participate in Teaching and Learning initiatives as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Plan, organize, coordinate and direct Family Center programs and activities;including 21stCCLC after school and summer programs, academic interventions, enrichment activities, youth development, services to families, and parent and community engagement
  • Direct and coordinate the work of the site-based Family services Assistants
  • Supervision and evaluation of all Family Center managers and staff
  • Provide staff development for Family Center staff
  • Collaborate and coordinate with sites to oversee grant funded services, academic interventions, and enrichment activities, and ensure grant deliverables are met
  • Work with stakeholders including partner agencies, parents and guardians, students, and community members to plan and implement the work of the Family Center
  • Plan, coordinate and lead community engagement activities
  • Plan, direct, coordinate and oversee the operation of a family resource center
  • Work closely with Family Center partners to leverage and coordinate services for students and families
  • Develop and oversee data collection for various grants and projects
  • Organize, compile, and analyze data collected for state, federal, or grant reporting purposes
  • Develop, administer, and monitor all Family Center budgets
  • Coordinate ongoing fund development
  • Prepare necessary reports and presentation materials
  • Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and specialized software including desktop publishing, charts and graphics, word processing and spreadsheets
  • Perform related duties as assigned

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

  • Planning, organization, and direction of programs and activities
  • Fundraising and grant development
  • Community development
  • Principles and techniques of budget preparation and control
  • Theory and practice related to student learning and educational measurement
  • Oral and written communication skills
  • Principles and practices of administration, supervision, evaluation and training
  • Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy

ABILITY TO:

  • Plan, coordinate, design, and conduct activities related to Kids’ Zone
  • Keep accurate records
  • Maintain current knowledge of trends and advances in education
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
  • Operate a computer and assigned office equipment
  • Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
  • Meet schedules and time lines
  • Work independently and complete assignments successfully with minimal direction and supervision
  • Plan and organize work.
  • Prepare comprehensive narrative and statistical reports
  • Prepare and perform a variety of oral presentations
  • Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance
  • Hear and speak to exchange information and make presentations
  • Move hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
  • See to read a variety of materials
  • Sit or stand for extended periods of time

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

  • Any combination equivalent to: Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and five years of related experience

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Valid California Class C driver’s license

WORKING CONDITIONS ENVIRONMENT

  • Office environment
  • School sites
  • Community sites

SALARY & WORKYEAR:

  • Management Salary Range 60/1-5
  • 225 day work year

How to Apply

 

The application process is as easy as 1-2-3!

  1. Browse New Haven US job listings and submit an online application on Ed-Join.
  2. When the hiring principal is ready to interview, applicants will be considered and may be selected to interview.
  3. If selected to interview, you will be contacted by the school to set an appointment.
  4. Once you have interviewed, if you are selected for the position, you will be contacted by the personnel department. If you are not selected for the position, you will be notified by the school.