General Position Description
The Regional Manager is responsible for making sure each director and their team operates in compliance with state & local laws, company policy, support retention, and ensures financial profitability. This role travels among childcare centers to ensure the quality of all locations and that families receive outstanding care for their children.This position reports to the Operational Director.Key Responsibilities
· Lead the strategic operation and administration of the organization. Oversee development, implementation, quality, measurement, and promotion of programs, products, and services.
- Serve as spokesperson for the organization and promote its mission, programs, and values. Establish and build strong cooperative relationships with community groups, donors, volunteers, clients, government officials, and the press.
- Lead and inspire staff to accomplish the goals of the organization and understand and fully embrace the mission and values. Ensure an engaging climate which attracts, motivates, and supports talented, diverse staff to effectively execute programs.
- Ensure adequate funds from diverse, ongoing revenue streams to sustain and further the organization’s mission and programs. Spearhead fundraising efforts, including motivating staff, board, and volunteers to embrace and support fundraising goals and efforts.
- Build strong relationships with the Board of Directors and advise the board on governance best practices, responsibilities, board composition, risk management, finance, legal, and fundraising. Update the board on programs and funding and communicate any issues with potential to affect the organization and its mission.
- Lead the development, implementation, and periodic assessment of a strategic plan including goals, objectives, and timelines for the company and the staff.
- Direct staff, finance committee, and board in budget preparation, effectively manage resources within budget guidelines.
- Ensure the organization is compliant with relevant regulations and is transparent and accurate in all its records and documents.
- Stay current on developments and trends, and issues relevant to the mission and make recommendations as appropriate.
- Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws relating to licensing, as well as USDA policies and procedures.
- Work with Center Directors to ensure that weekly curriculum plans are completed and implemented.
· Work with Center Director and the administrative/accounting teams to ensure staffing levels are aligned to enrollment levels and ensure labor aligns with center profitability.
· Coordinate with Center Directors and Curriculum Coordinators to ensure developmental appropriateness of the activities and programming in the classroom in accordance with QRIS.
· Mentor and train current and new Directors to lead and inspire staff to see and implement the mission and vision of Imagination Station.
· Support leadership and teaching staff on child behavior management, ensure a healthy, safe, clean, and appropriate environment for the staff and children enrolled.
· Maintain that the Director’s are keeping accurate records including all required education, health, safety training documentation, and employment materials.
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required
- Dedication and commitment to the organization’s mission and values.
- Must be an innovative, strategic thinker with initiative and passion.
- Extensive experience in fundraising including planning, prospect development, donor stewardship, and grants.
· Familiar with QRIS accreditation process
· Leadership experience in strategic planning.
- Solid knowledge of nonprofit accounting principles and financial procedures.
- Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking.
- Outstanding leadership, networking, and motivational skills.
- Minimum six years’ management experience, including two years of multi-site management.
- Minimum of five years’ Early Childhood Education (ECE) experience.
- Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
- Valid Food Handlers Card
- A Negative One-Step TB test result
- Must meet all continued education requirements and NV childcare licensing requirements.
- Must maintain and hold a 3.1 or higher on the Nevada Registry Career Ladder.
- Must clear full background check.
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 credits in ECE.
- Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate preferred, but not required.
Physical Requirements
· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
· Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
· Must be able to walk and/or run with expediency.
Employment Type
Full-time employment with open flexibility with scheduling. Must be open to travel within the company.
Wage Range
Competitive salary based on relevant years of experience, highest level of education, and performance evaluation.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $63,126.00 - $84,675.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Las Vegas, NV: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person