Deadline for Applications: November 30, 2026, or until the position is filled.
Migrant & Seasonal Head Start Program ManagerThe Migrant & Seasonal Head Start Program Manager leads the day-to-day operations of a program serving 58 funded enrollment slots for children from birth to age five. This position ensures that children and families receive high-quality, comprehensive services that meet federal Head Start requirements and respond to the needs of migrant and seasonal farm working families.
Minimum Position Requirements- Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, human services, social work, public administration, or a related field
- Three to five years of experience in nonprofit, Head Start, or early childhood program administration
- Demonstrated success coordinating and managing programs
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
Pay and Position Status- Starting Salary: $3,513.60 biweekly ($91,353.60 annually)
- Exempt Full-Time Position: 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Why You'll Love This Role- Make a direct difference for children and families in migrant and seasonal farm working communities
- Lead a comprehensive early childhood program and help shape its daily operations and continued improvement
- Work closely with the CEO, Migrant Site Director, program departments, Policy Council, and governing body
- Support a collaborative, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed workplace
What You'll Do- Oversee daily MSHS program operations and the delivery of services for 58 funded enrollment slots
- Monitor compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards, grant requirements, and agency policies
- Support program planning for enrollment, attendance, recruitment, and services tailored to migrant and seasonal families
- Coordinate services across Education, Family and Community Engagement, Health, Mental Health, Disabilities, Fiscal, and Human Resources
- Supervise, coach, and support assigned MSHS Family Service Coordinator(s)
- Develop and monitor the annual program budget with the Fiscal Department and CEO, including spending, non-federal match, and required financial documentation
- Use program and community data to guide service delivery, reporting, self-assessment, and continuous improvement
- Build strong partnerships with families, community organizations, and service providers
Skills and Competencies- Strong organization, communication, leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, seasonal program environment
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices
Additional Position Requirements- Ability to work flexible hours and travel occasionally between program sites and community partners
Preferred Qualifications- Master's degree in early childhood education, human services, social work, public administration, or a related field
- Knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards and migrant and seasonal populations
- Experience with program budgets, federal grants, compliance monitoring, and continuous improvement
Competitive Benefits for Full-Time Employees (30+ hours per week)- Birthday off with pay
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid sick, personal, vacation days
- 403b retirement plan with maximum 3% Agency match
- Education reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Health & dental insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
