Area Coordinator: Jefferson County

Jefferson County, Job Openings

Date:         3/12/2025

Program:    Douglas Cherokee Head Start
Job Title:   Area Coordinator
Location:    Jefferson- Base: Dandridge Head Start

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Full-time; 37.5 hours per week; 11 month

Salary Grade:     10 ($19.44 per hour)

Reports to:  Head Start Assistant Director, Head Start Director

 POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Head Start Director and Management Team, the Area Coordinator will perform all duties and job related services necessary to ensure program goals and philosophy. Will work closely with all Component Managers and will be required to travel extensively in service area and to the Central Office.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  1. Assists Management Team to ensure compliance with Federal and State Guidelines, Head Start Performance Standards, and Agency / Program Policies and Procedures.
  2. Provides assistance with orientation, training, and ongoing evaluation of personnel within the assigned service area.
  3. Manages the coordination of Component services with all staff to ensure efficient implementation of Head Start objectives and work plans.
  4. Supervises all Head Start staff in assigned service areas and will assist in yearly evaluations. Provides the coordination and assists with the communication and integration of Head Start activities and services in program operations.
  5. Provides leadership in working with Head Start parent committees, Policy Council, and Advisory Boards; provides leadership in working with staff, parents, and community in understanding Head Start services and in developing support for program goals and activities.
  6. Demonstrates work habits that comply with agency personnel policies and procedures, and complete special assignments from the Head Start Director and Management Team.
  7. Adheres to strict confidentiality and professional practices.
  8. Completes and submits site evaluations and monitoring reports as requested to the Director and Management Team.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises all staff in assigned service areas.

OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • This job may change at any time for any or no reason.
  • It is an essential function of this job to get along with others, to be civil toward others and not threaten anyone’s safety, to be respectful of managers, co-workers and subordinates.
  • Comply with all rules, policies and procedures of the Agency.
  • Maintain confidentiality of staff, family, child, and Agency information.
  • Treat all people with respect and not discriminate in the provision of services or Agency business with regard to age, sex, race, religion, national origin, disability or veteran status.

ROLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Minimum requirement of an Associate Degree in Early Childhood or related field.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • A natural concern, empathy, and enjoyment of Head Start children and their families. Must have the ability to communicate openly and effectively with staff, parents, and children.
  • Evidence of emotional stability and maturity. Must be flexible and open to change. Adequate knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards, current policies, procedures, and licensing requirements.
  • Ability to provide training and technical assistance to staff, parents, and community agencies. Basic computer knowledge.
  • Must obtain pre-employment physical
  • Must obtain First Aid and CPR and keep updated.
  • Must secure and maintain up-to-date CLASS reliability.
  • Must maintain credential if applicable.
  • Travel in the service area is required; an agency vehicle may or may not be provided. If a vehicle is not provided, you must have a reliable vehicle and proof of liability insurance is required.
  • Over-night and/or extended travel in and out of state, to attend conferences and/or workshops is possible.
  • Must show proof (as necessary) of auto liability insurance.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to continue professional development.
  • Will assume related duties as assigned by the Head Start Director and Management Team.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

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:

  • Transporting supplies, materials, and equipment within the service area is required; therefore, must be able to bend, pack, lift and carry supplies, materials, and equipment (20-60#).
  • Required to sit or stand up to 95% of the workday.
  • Must be able to stoop and bend.
  • Able to physically and mentally react immediately to unexpected circumstances.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Application Deadline: Applications accepted until Monday, March 17 at 4 PM.

To Apply: Send application and/or resume to: Human Resources Manager DCEA Head Start/Early Head Start, 127 Cedar Street, Morristown, TN 37814. Email applications to [email protected].