We are looking for an innovative, strategic, and flexible leader to provide oversight of the West County First 5 Center in San Pablo. The West County First 5 Center is a safe and welcoming hub serving families with young children ages 0-5 years with no-cost activities such as parent/child interactive classes, parent education, developmental screenings, and community resources. Funded by First 5 Contra Costa and operated by Bay Area Community Resources (BACR), the First 5 Center serves as an early childhood resource for local families and community partners.
The Director of the First 5 Center in San Pablo is responsible for the overall success of the Center by ensuring quality family strengthening programs and building positive relationships with community members, partners, and program participants. The Director of the First 5 Center oversees management of programs and contracts, staff supervision, budget, and outreach activities.
Benefits:
- Compensation: Annually, $88,000 - $93,000 (DOE)
- Full-Time, Exempt, may require some evenings and Saturdays.
- 16 paid BACR holidays
- Up to 3 weeks vacation and additional sick time
- Medical, dental, vision, mental health/wellness benefit, hospital indemnity, life insurance, flexible spending account (transit, medical, dependent), 403b program, pet insurance, WellHub
- Professional development opportunities
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) or equivalent in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field; or four to ten years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Keen interest in working with the complexities of a family resource center--holding the vision and mission while attending to the granular details needed to maintain programming and operations
- Experience with program planning, implementation, evaluation, and community organizing
- Experience with budget management
- Effective problem-solving skills and ability to adapt as program needs evolve
- Ability to balance and strategize concurrent projects
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including group presentations and group facilitation
- Ability to exemplify strong interpersonal skills, work with individuals from varied backgrounds, and support others in navigating through a diverse environment
- Knowledge of early childhood education principles as well as trauma informed/healing centered practices is a plus
Responsibilities:
- Program Development and Strategic Planning: Collaborate with the Center team, First 5 Contra Costa, and Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) to develop and implement strategic plans that align with the Center’s mission and enhance service delivery.
- Operational Management: Ensure that the Center’s operations meet established standards and procedural criteria, maintaining a high level of service quality.
- Staff Management: Oversee the hiring, training, and supervision of staff, including Community Resource Specialists, Early Childhood Educators, and support staff. Provide reflective supervision to encourage professional growth and development.
- Cultural Competency and Inclusion: Ensure that programs affirm and strengthen participants’ cultural, racial, and linguistic identities, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where meaningful interactions occur.
- Program Responsiveness: Ensure that programs remain flexible and responsive to emerging family and community issues, adapting as necessary to meet the needs of participants.
- Quality Monitoring: Monitor the quality and fidelity of programs delivered by staff and subcontracted instructors, ensuring consistent and effective service delivery.
- Community Partnerships: Establish and monitor Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with community partners to support in-kind programming and collaboration. Participate in collaborative meetings with community partners and funders.
- Outcome Documentation and Reporting: Document program outcomes and evaluation measures in the database, providing detailed reports to internal and external stakeholders as required.
- Budget and Financial Oversight: Monitor existing grant funding, manage the Center's budget, and provide financial oversight to ensure compliance with internal and contract requirements. Prepare related financial reports as needed.
- Community Engagement: Support and participate in community activities at the First 5 Center to enhance the Center’s visibility and impact within the community.
- Funding Opportunities: Identify and apply for additional funding opportunities to sustain and expand the Center's programs and resources, as applicable.
Personal Attributes:
- A commitment to equity, inclusion, and social justice.
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with diverse families, staff, and community partners.
- Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability.
- Passion for early childhood development and family support services.
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Work: Lead a team dedicated to empowering families and fostering early childhood development.
- Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive, inclusive environment that values diversity and community engagement.
- Leadership Opportunity: Shape the future direction of a vital family resource center in the West County Community.
About Us
Bay Area Community Resources (BACR) promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities through direct services, volunteerism, and partnerships in the San Francisco Bay Area.
We have deep respect for the communities we serve throughout the Greater San Francisco Bay Area, the dedicated staff who show up for those in need, and the opportunity we have been given through this work to promote resilience in tens of thousands of individuals every year.
BACR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment w/o regard to perceived age, marital or familial status, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability including AIDS or AIDS-Related Complex or military status.
Visit our website at www.bacr.org.
Above is the pay range for this position that we reasonably expect to pay. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience/education, skillset, and geographic location.
