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About Us
Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.
Location
Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 209.
Job Summary
The Director will be responsible for coordination of program education programs for children ages 2-12 for the Early Learning Center. The Center Director is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning licensing and National Accreditations, planning, implementing and supervising all child care programs and assessing and maintain the fiscal and program needs of the center. This position is funded through Title III sponsored funds. Continuation of employment is based upon the availability of funds.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day operation of the Early Learning Center, ensuring that employees work is in compliance with the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning licensing requirements and the guidelines established by NAEYC.
• Supervises work of teaching staff, office staff, support staff and work-study students.
• Provides customer service, including information pertaining to organizational procedures and policies, rules, policies and regulations, and standards of care.
• Serves as Pre-K Director and Coordinator. Coordinates Work-Study program and students.
• Plans, oversees, and maintains yearly budgets and parent tuition accounts for the Early Learning Center.
• Approves time in One USG for all staff and student workers.
• Reviews state policies and implements changes as necessary.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education or child development and 1-3 years of experience as an onsite childcare center learning director; or
• State-specific director credentials or equivalent coursework (CDA, TCC, or TCD credentials) and 1-3 years of experience as an onsite childcare center learning director; or
• A forty-hour (40) director training course approved by the Department of Early Care and Learning and 5 years of experience as an onsite childcare center learning director are required.
• 1-3+ years of experience as a director or assistant director managing/administering a licensed early childhood program, including staff supervision and budget management.
• 1-3+ years of qualifying classroom experience in a childcare learning program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Administrative experience and experience in staff development and parent education.
• Experience with the Quality-Rated process is preferred.

Proposed Salary
Salary in commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents to Attach
Cover letter.
Resume.
Unofficial transcripts.
A list of at least 3 professional references with their contact information.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge

• Knowledge and understanding of state standards.
• Knowledge of licensing and national accreditation planning.

Skills

• Skilled in planning and instructing.
• Skilled in organizing work, multitasking, and prioritizing tasks.
• Skilled in effective decision-making.

Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate appropriate age communication with students.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to monitor and track student progress.

Contact Information
For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251-2644, or by email at support@usg.edu.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Institutional Values
Excellence
We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.
Respect
We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.
Community
We strive to build community and value a good mindset.
Teamwork
We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.
Learning
We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.
Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have:
* a credit check completed for "Positions of Trust" and/or approved departmental purchase card usage
* a motor vehicle report for positions that require driving an Albany State University vehicle
* a successful pre-employment drug test
Equal Employment Opportunity
Albany State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, working, and studying. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the ASU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the ASU community.
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. For individuals requiring disability-related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.