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    "description": "<p>TITLE:                 Head Start Director<br>DIVISION:           Head Start<br>REPORTS TO:     Executive Director<br>SUPERVISES:     Service Team, Site Supervisors, &amp; Associate Site Supervisors<br>FLSA:                  Exempt, Non-Medical (E-NM)</p>\n<p><br>I. POSITION SUMMARY:<br>The Head Start Director is responsible for assuring all Head Start program mandates, Performance <br>Standards, and all applicable laws and regulations are being met. This position is responsible for <br>the development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Head Start program. This position <br>is a member of the Leadership Team and works and consults with the team to develop the structure of <br>the program and to assure that the program is strategically positioned for the future.</p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</p>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\">\n<li>Provides guidance and leadership to staff to ensure the program meets Head Start Performance <br>Standards, school readiness goals, quality outcomes, and all other applicable laws and regulations.</li>\n<li>Provides supervision to direct reports and meets with them on a regular schedule to share <br>information, provide feedback, and conduct performance evaluations while gaining input from others <br>as needed.</li>\n<li>Plans and conducts monthly Site Supervisor meetings, Management meetings, and Service Team <br>meetings.</li>\n<li>Meets more frequently with Associate Site Supervisors to keep them updated on information shared <br>in Site Supervisor &amp; Management Team Meetings. Takes the lead with performance evaluations, <br>interviewing, and disciplining of staff located at centers with an Associate Site Supervisor.</li>\n<li>Reviews and approves all direct report time sheets, overtime, travel vouchers, and leave of <br>absence requests and submits all forms to Payroll Department on a timely basis. Keeps Human Resources informed on potential Family Medical Leave or Extended Medical Leave requests or <br>attendance issues.</li>\n<li>Assumes an active role in the annual program self-assessment and assures remediation for any <br>non-compliance areas and incorporates recommendations into planning for the improvement of the <br>program.</li>\n<li>Assumes an active role in the Community Assessment that is completed every five years and <br>updated each year as required.</li>\n<li>Participates in quarterly Head Start Safety Chairperson meetings.</li>\n<li>Participates in weekly and monthly meetings with Maintenance Department to ensure all work <br>orders are completed in a timely manner.</li>\n<li>Leads planning meetings in which long and short-term goals for improvement are established and gains input and approval from the Policy Council and Board of Health.</li>\n<li>Takes an active role with community partnerships and school districts in the community to foster <br>collaboration with the Head Start program.</li>\n<li>Investigates and resolves parent and community complaints about the program, seeking input from <br>staff, parents, or the Board, as needed.</li>\n<li>Develops the annual grant to HHS/Office of Head Start and applies for any special grants when <br>available to acquire funds for identified needs. Provides information to the Regional <br>Office/Program Specialist as requested in a timely manner.</li>\n<li>Maintains a close working relationship with the Executive Director to evaluate high level <br>decisions for the Head Start program.</li>\n<li>Maintains a close working relationship with the Fiscal Officer to include but not limited to <br>collaborating on the annual budget and monitoring expenditures and the non-federal share <br>requirement.</li>\n<li>Maintains a close working relationship with Human Resources to ensure appropriate staffing and <br>to ensure that all policies and procedures are followed regarding hiring, terminating, grievances, <br>and disciplining of staff according to applicable laws and regulations as well as S7HD Personnel <br>Policies.</li>\n<li>Assumes an active role in the Wage Comparability Study to ensure that all staff are compensated <br>fairly and equitably in salary and benefits.</li>\n<li>Maintains effective, appropriate communication with the Policy Council and the Board of Health <br>including: attending all regular and special meetings, providing a written report for each meeting, <br>providing oral reports and being responsive to questions and suggestions, and providing training <br>for new members and refresher for veteran members regarding their roles and responsibilities for <br>the Head Start program.</li>\n<li>Facilitates the continuing professional development for all staff and provides and/or secures <br>technical and training assistance for staff.</li>\n<li>Consults with the Education Team to assure that all classrooms and playgrounds are well-equipped <br>and that a comprehensive curriculum of instruction is used to ensure that children are prepared to <br>enter school when exiting the program.</li>\n<li>Consults with the ERSEA Specialist to assure full enrollment of the program and offers support <br>and strategies to assist with this as needed.</li>\n<li>Remains current in the field of Head Start by participating and attending regional and state <br>meetings and trainings including but not limited to the Illinois Head Start Association.</li>\n<li>Anticipates potential problems and implements preventive measures and solutions when <br>appropriate.</li>\n<li>Responsible for developing a partnership with parents and caregivers in the Head Start program <br>and encourages each parent/caregiver to take in active role in their child’s Head Start experience.</li>\n<li>Responsible for carrying out best practices for safety procedures concerning children, staff, families, and community individuals and for assessing current practices and finding ways and areas needing improvement.</li>\n<li>Responsible for participating in activities and attitudes that promote positive public relations and positive image for the program and agency.</li>\n<li>Complies and is familiar with the requirements of the policies and procedures adopted by Southern Seven Health Department as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).</li>\n</ol>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>III. 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ADDITONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</p>\n<ol style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\">\n<li>All duties necessary to meet requirements of the Head Start program.</li>\n</ol>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>V. TRAINING COMPONENT</p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: circle;\">\n<li>Participates in continuing education and staff development through coaching, seminars, conferences, <br>or workshops at personal or departmental expenses.<br></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>VI. 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