Position Summary:

The Assistant Director reports to the Executive Director and is responsible for the successful management of the childcare & community programs of Neighborhood Center in accordance with the strategic direction set by the Executive Director and the Board.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Assist the Executive Director in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the Neighborhood Center's childcare & community programs.

· Ensure that the programs and services offered by the Neighborhood Center comply with state law and all licensing requirements.

· Ensure the programs and services offered by the Neighborhood Center contribute to the organization's mission and reflect the priorities and philosophy of the Center.

· Provide regular program reports to Executive Director.

· Supervise Childcare Coordinator, Transportation Staff , Administrative Staff and Cook.

· Take primary responsibility, in consultation with the Executive Director, for fundraising including developing program related sponsorships, writing grants, and growing donations.

· Work with the Executive Director to ensure that that the terms and conditions of grants are satisfied, including reporting and tracking obligations.

· Assist Executive Director with managing Center budget and resources in a responsible manner.

· Represent the Neighborhood Center at community activities to enhance the organization's community profile and share information on programming and foundation events.

· Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with community groups, the media, funders, and other agencies.

· Work in consultation with the Executive Director to develop and prepare marketing materials.

· Conduct program-related presentations to community organizations when needed.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

· A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children. OR

· A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 2 years of experience with children. OR

· An associate's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 3 years of experience with children. OR

· An associate's degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 4 years of experience with children.

Other Credentials

· All clearances required under Pennsylvania law for childcare workers.

Experience

· Any combination of training, experience and education which provides required knowledge, skills and ability to perform the duties of the position.

· Non-profit experience, working with volunteers and/or marketing experience preferred, but not required.

· Grant writing and fundraising experience, preferred.

Proficiency in the use of computers

· Excellent computer, web, and software skills on PC platforms

Personal characteristics

· Should possess the personal characteristics generally recognized as essential for non-profit employees, including integrity, initiative, emotional maturity, dependability, courtesy, good judgment, and the ability to work cooperatively with others.

Working Conditions

· The Assistant Director works in the office, classroom, community and event environments both on and off-site.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Harrisburg, PA 17102: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to obtain the necessary clearances to work with children in Pennsylvania?

Work Location: One location

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