Early Childhood Program Coordinator - NCTCOG

Who We Are & What We Do: 

Workforce Solutions of North Central Texas is a division of the North Central Texas Council of Governments. Our mission is to advance business-driven solutions that promote economic growth, opportunity and a skilled workforce. Our core values of trust, leadership, inclusion and community permeate everything we do. The programs we oversee are designed to ensure the businesses in our 14-county region remain competitive, that workers have the opportunity to obtain skills that will help them become or remain self-sufficient, and that our communities are economically resilient. 

The story of our organization begins in 1993, when Texas created a workforce development system that made significant efforts to improve service delivery through local control and coordination of services from different programs. On May 23, 1996, Governor George W. Bush certified the North Central Texas Workforce Development Area (WDA) and on July 25, 1996, the Chief Elected Officials of the 14-county WDA signed a partnership agreement forming the North Central Texas Workforce Development Board and selected the North Central Texas Council of Governments as its fiscal agent, grant recipient and administrative agent. Our WDA includes Collin, Denton, Ellis, Erath, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Navarro, Palo Pinto, Parker, Rockwall, Somervell and Wise counties.

Description of the Opportunity:

The team is searching for an Early Childhood Program Coordinator; they will play a crucial role in organizing, coordinating, and implementing activities and operational functions related to the Texas Rising Star Program. 

Primary responsibilities include tracking data for various projects, assigning early learning programs to Early Childhood Specialists, completing compliance screenings as required, conducting orientations, and providing technical assistance to Early Learning Programs (ELPs).  Communicating documentation requirements to ELPs, staff, and partners to ensure case management systems contain timely and accurate information and completing internal and external reports as needed.  The Early Childhood Program Coordinator will plan, execute, and manage unique initiatives within the child care unit.

Other responsibilities include:

• Tracking and reporting ELPs status through the Texas Rising Star process. Monitor and communicate timelines/deadlines internally/externally for ELPs related to their Texas Rising Star eligibility and certification.
• Administer compliance screenings for designated programs, and track, monitor, and document deficiencies and other required information in appropriate systems within the required time limits.
• Coordinate and conduct presentations, training, and orientations for ELPs, Early Childhood Specialists, subrecipients, and other stakeholders as needed to educate or provide technical assistance regarding program requirements/expectations.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of an annual schedule of professional development opportunities available to ELPs.
• Serves as a point of contact to send letters and formal correspondence to ELPs as needed about required participation or status in the Texas Rising Star program.
• Collects, organizes, analyzes, and prepares materials in response to requests for program information and required reports. 

Desired Skills:

• Ability to effectively work with a wide range of people
• Ability to interpret policy and rule and develop policies and procedures
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical capabilities and attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to multi-task
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to identify, monitor, report and track key metrics

Required Education & Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience required
• Bachelor’s degree required (a total of 7 years of experience may be substituted for education)

Compensation:

• $54,009.00 -$70,000.00 - depending on skills, qualifications and experience
• FLSA: Exempt

Benefits:

• Health- We provide an outstanding package of health and life benefits for employees, with coverage available for their families. We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as basic and optional life, long term disability, and flexible spending accounts. Our Full-Time employee health coverage is paid for 100%.
• Retirement- Full Time employees participate in the (401a) Retirement Plan offered through Mission Square Retirement by payroll deduction with employer match at 12%.
• Work-Life Balance- At NCTCOG we want you to achieve a balance between your work and your home life. You'll receive vacation days, holidays, and personal days to use as you choose.  
• Professional Development- We view employees as our most valuable resource and promote the professional development of each individual. At NCTCOG employees receive the support and resources to reach their full potential. Opportunities include tuition reimbursement, paid membership in professional organizations, and a wide range of training opportunities.
• Hybrid Officing- Based on performance, job duties, and business requirements, hybrid work environment, may include remote work opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: 
NCTCOG is an equal opportunity employer/program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other classifications covered under federal, state, or local laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. 
 
Background Check & Drug Testing: 
All selected candidates must undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Background checks include national criminal background check, employment history, motor vehicle record check, social security verification, education verification, and other elements as needed. NCTCOG is committed to a safe and drug free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. All new hires are required to undergo a drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping NCTCOG safe and drug free. In order to receive an offer of employment from NCTCOG, selected candidates must successfully pass the pre-employment background check and drug screening. 
 
E-Verify: 
The North Central Texas Council of Governments participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. 
 
Job postings are kept open for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may close anytime thereafter at the discretion of the hiring manager.