Neighborhood House Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans).  To read more about this, view the EEO is the Law poster and this EEO is the Law Poster Supplement

ABOUT NHA:
The Neighborhood House Association is a non-profit organization. Head Start positions are funded in whole or in part by money provided through the State and Federal Government. Additionally, some Social Service Program positions may be funded in whole or in part through grant funds. Because positions and salaries may be funded through grants, and State and Federal funds ongoing employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these funds.

BENEFITS:
Eligible employees receive the following benefits:
15 Vacation Days 401K Plan 6% Match Account (FSA) 
Sick Leave Medical Life & Disability Insurance
Two (2) personal days Dental Supplemental Life & Voluntary Products

Four (4) Paid Days Annual Bereavement

(Note: Total of 5 days of bereavement leave per loss)

 Flexible Spending Account Social Security
**Medical and dental benefits are provided to regular employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week**

INTRODUCTORY PERIOD:
All regular appointees serve a six (6) month introductory period.

CITIZENSHIP/IMMIGRATION STATUS:
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Neighborhood House Association hires only U.S. citizens and others lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. 

This Job Announcement is not an offer of employment. The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any of the provisions contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. Any person who is hired may voluntarily leave their employment upon giving proper notice and may be terminated by the Agency at any time and for any reason.  Any oral or written statements to the contrary are hereby expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon by any prospective or existing employee.

Please note that offers of employment are only valid if they are made by the Human Resources Department

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.


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PROGRAM ADVISOR-TRAINING & STAFF DEVELOPMENT
Req. No.:RFP-04247
Starting Pay Range:$33.70-$39.71
Status/Hours:FT Exempt
Location:HHC Admin. Office-Copley
Dept./Program:Head Start Program
  

Basic Job Assignment:

POSITION PURPOSE:

Under the direction of the Associate Vice President, Training, Research, and Professional Development, performs specialized paraprofessional to professional-level duties to support and assist in the maintenance, and continuous quality improvement of systemwide training and professional development; ma y be assigned to serve in a leadership role for a diverse team of paraprofessionals and professionals; and performs related work as assigned by the AVP. Adheres to the core values of the Agency and NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct for Early Childhood Practitioners, Professional Practice, Head Start Program Performance Standards, required Head Start Competencies, professional ethics, and other relevant professional codes.

Employment Requirements:

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

              Knowledge of: 

  • Modern theories, methods and practices of early childhood education and child development programs; and assigned areas of responsibility and expertise, including computer programs and technology, program management; program design and program staged-based implementation;
  • Federal, state, and local laws and regulations applicable to the California Department of Education, Department of Social Services, Head Start program and the assigned areas of responsibility and expertise;
  • Head Start Program Performance Standards; NHA Head Start Program policy, goals, objectives, and procedures;
  • Electronic record keeping, filing practices and procedures.

     

    Ability to:

  • Access and use multiple computer software programs and dashboards to filter and customize various program data reports, develop spreadsheets, and produce charts;
  • Communicate effectively orally and in writing including report narratives;
  • Organize, set priorities, and exercise sound judgment within areas of assigned responsibility;
  • Interpret, explain, and recommend direction in accordance with program regulations, policies and procedures; and AVP directives;
  • Present, inform, and guide individuals in a group setting and one-on-one;
  • Prepare and explain clear, concise, accurate reports and visuals, correspondence and other written materials;
  • Exercise tact, objectivity, respect, and sensitivity in dealing with staff, parents, and volunteers;
  • Organize and maintain specialized documentation;
  • Access and use multiple on-line computer software programs, and office equipment.

Qualifications:

    Training & Experience:

    The following are typical ways of obtaining the knowledge skills and abilities outlined above. A Master’s Degree or higher from accredited college or university in computer science, management, business, finance, early childhood education or related field and a minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience providing direct services to low income children and families of diverse cultural backgrounds or a Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university in computer science, management, business, early childhood education or related field and a minimum of three (5) years of progressively responsible experience managing, supporting, or providing direct services to low-income children and families of diverse cultural backgrounds.

    Language Skills:

    Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions in English with demonstrated skills in written and oral communication.

    Mathematical Skills:

    Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents; read and create charts, and bar graphs; identify data trends and make projections.

      

    Example of Major Functions:

    • EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

      The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.

      • Conduct regular and special reviews or studies on training and professional development and other related areas as assigned by the AVP using Head Start scientific program implementation stages, agency technology, program evidence-based data, and agency developed dashboards for accessing program data and reports;
      • Conduct and participate in a variety of training and professional development analytical reviews and studies;
      • Develop study methodologies and maintain complex spreadsheets, narratives, statistical reports; and directory of studies/spreadsheets methodologies;
      • Work with management and others to increase the usage of automated technology, and collaborate with other team members to produce timely automated, quality standardized reports and visuals;
      • Participate in review of professional development projects implementation and recommendations for continuous quality improvement;
      • Perform feasibility studies and prepare proposals for projects or recommendations for continuous program improvement for staff professional development, increased child and family outcomes, and school readiness goals; training needs, in-agency and external professional development programs;
      • Prepare specifications, develop timetables for sub-recipients contract reporting on their training and professional development, child outcomes, parent satisfaction survey, CLASS Plan reports, School Readiness Action Plans, etc.
      • Develop and monitor system-wide training and professional development implementation plans;
      • Compile and review reports for submission to AVP, management and leadership;
      • Collaborate with other team members and program staff on the status and needs of children and their families, and recommend relevant staff training and professional development;
      • Assist in assessing collaborations and partnerships (for example, contracted college courses, etc.) to enhance Agency and system-wide staff training and professional development;
      • Assists in the coordination of self-assessment of training and professional development, and subsequent grant development;
      • Assist in the design and organization of the electronic archive of TSD data files and records;
      • Develop, compile, and recommend program policies, procedures and maintain a variety of reports and files related to assigned activities;
      • Ensure TSD compliance with Agency and program procedures and timelines;
      • Maintain a directory and database to access and interpret current applicable provisions of federal, state, county regulations, and related agency guidelines;
      • Provide work projects recommendations for a diverse team of technical and professional staff; may act as a team lead as assigned;
      • Additional duties as assigned.