Metro

Job Summary: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage and competence to achieve their dreams, contribute to the community, and engage in a lifetime of learning.  Position provides support to our Community Education program areas (focus areas include: Four Star Express and Kidstop).  Preferred community education program experience, and a willingness to work in multiple program areas.  Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, computer skills, collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people.

Schedule:  In order to best meet the needs of our customers and our staff team, core hours and working location will be developed upon hire and may flex based on program need or time of year.  Core hours are generally 8:00am-4:30pm.  Primary office location is the Educational Service Center, 11200 93rd Ave N, Maple Grove, MN 55369, however onsite support at several different schools within Osseo Area Schools.  This is a salaried position that operates during the school year and summer. Some early morning and evening hours will occur with minimal weekend hours.

Essential Duties of Position Include: Assist with the overall leadership and development of multiple program areas- emphasis will be placed on School Age Care and Early Learning with some other opportunities to help support other OST (Out of School Time) and community education programs.
Assist with recruiting, training, evaluating and supervising non-licensed staff.  Personnel and conflict management skills needed.
Support the overall development and growth of our programs and staff.  This includes working on long and short term projects or focus areas, guiding and providing feedback on program marketing, partnerships and professional learning and training opportunities all while balancing staff, student, and stakeholder feedback in the process.
Assist with development, implementation, evaluation of various quality improvement areas and initiatives for programs.
Direct supervision of staff in early learning and school age care programs at multiple sites.  Ensuring staffing ratios and implementation of program guidelines, operations and expectations.
Understands and ensures compliance with rules, regulations, and laws regarding childcare assistance and programs.
Establish, create, maintain and collaborate relationships within each school and other district personnel and departments.
Manage data and communication with stakeholders. Organize workflow in multiple school environments and assign/delegate job duties.
Willingness to learn and provide leadership in multiple program areas that may vary based on time of year or program needs.
Willingness to be flexible in supporting multiple program areas potentially at one time, and have the ability to prioritize work needs.
Supporting, developing and assisting with programs that operate M-F 6:30am-6:00pm during the summer and school year.  Programs are open on most Non School Days during the school year.
Work with families, students and staff to best meet the needs of students. Collaborates on inclusion needs and assists in resources, strategies, and meetings as needed.
Use of technology to support work, database and recordkeeping needs. (Knowledge of Frontline, Eleyo, Google experience preferred)
Monitor and support program revenues and expenses including site budgets and responsibilities (staffing levels/ratios), reconcile purchases, create systems and coordinate purchases for site ordering.
All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree required, areas of study to include Education, Business Administration, Park and Recreation, and/or related fields.  Early childhood experience is a plus.  Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, computer skills, collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people.  Experience in supervising and coaching programs and staff.  Must have extensive knowledge of child development and working with students who may need additional support due to various needs.

Community Education Program Manager –  12 Month, 225 day Contract

Job Summary:  To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning.  Position provides support to our Community Education programs , with a focus on facilities scheduling.

Duties Include:  Assist with the overall leadership and development of multiple program areas- emphasis will be placed on Facilities Scheduling Management.
Assist with recruiting, training, and supervising non-licensed staff.
Gather data, conduct program assessments, and prepare essential reports as it relates to programs and facilities.
Support the continued development and implementation of a marketing and outreach plan based on community needs.
Budget management and forecasting to help set program rates and cover program expenses.
Assist with development, implementation, and reporting of program initiatives.
Manage data and communication with stakeholders.
Monitor program revenues and expenses.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with district personnel, permit holders, partner community organizations and other external groups to support program development, innovation, and improvement.
Examine operations and procedures, recommend policy and develop and implement new strategies and procedures for programs.
Develops training plans and materials for all staff.
Understand and ensure compliance with rules, regulations, and laws applicable to work.
Provide on call services as necessary to support staff when addressing permitted activity facility use.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree required, areas of study to include Education, Business Administration, Park and Recreation, Theater Management, and/or related fields.
One to three years of supervision of staff in educational/community education setting or similiar required.

Preferred Qualifications:3+ years of supervising Community Education programs and staff preferred.

Knowledge, skill, and abilities include:Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, computer skills, collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people.
Extensive customer service and conflict management experience.
Knowledge and application of facilities scheduling.
Extensive knowledge of hiring process and procedures.
Ability to interact effectively with people of diverse educational, cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Schedule: In order to best meet the needs of our customers and our staff team, core hours and working location will be developed upon hire and may flex based on program need or time of year.  Primary office location is the Educational Service Center, 11200 93rd Ave N, Maple Grove, MN 55369.  This is a salaried position.  Occasional evening and weekend hours will occur.