Program Director Two Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $59,217.60 - $81,244.80 Annually
Location : Throughout San Bernardino County, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-18209EDU-01
Department: Human Services - Preschool Services
Opening Date: 02/14/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
The Job
EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF CHILDREN! APPLY TODAY TO GET STARTED!
The Preschool Services Department (PSD) is recruiting for Program Supervisor (Education) to coordinate the administrative components and daily delivery of services of an assigned program area within the Department to assure services are provided consistent with federal and state Head Start guidelines.
*Official Job Title: PSD Program Supervisor
For more information, review the job description.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To review job-specific benefits, refer to:
Summary of Benefits
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
1) Possess an official photo identification card.
2) Must be able to lift and carry a small child (up to 50 lbs.) as needed/in the event of an emergency. Other physical demands include: sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, crawling, twisting, grasping, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling, reaching, stooping, using smell and touch, working outside and vision and hearing.
3) Pass a pre-employment physical including a tuberculosis test and required immunizations (SB792).
4) A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
Job offers are contingent upon passing a background investigation which includes a fingerprint check and search of the Child Abuse Index before appointment. If an individual has been convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation, the individual cannot work or be present in any community care facility unless they request and subsequently obtain a criminal record exemption from the Community Care Licensing Division, Care Provider Management Bureau (CPMB). With the exception of minor traffic violations, all convictions, including misdemeanors, felonies, and convictions occurring a long time ago, require an exemption. CPMB also examines arrest records to determine if there is a possible danger to clients. Crimes against children and convictions of a violent nature, such as sex offenses, murder, manslaughter, arson, and robbery are crimes for which an exemption cannot be issued. (Health & Safety Code section 1596.871)
Minimum Requirements
CANDIDATES MUST MEET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION
Must possess a completed/awarded Bachelor's degree in Business/Public Administration, Education, Early Childhood Education/Child Development, Human Services, or closely related field which includes 3 semester (6 quarter) completed Infant/Toddler units.
PERMIT
Must possess and maintain a valid/active CA Child Development Program Director Permit issued by the (CTC).
EXPERIENCE
Must possess one (1) year of full-time equivalent experience as a supervisorin a preschool program, school district, or social services setting which includes responsibility for interpreting/enforcing relevant laws, rules and regulations.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION (Must be attached):
Copy of the required valid/active CA Child Development Program Director Permit, transcripts (with infant/toddler units- unofficial are accepted and must be legible) AND a copy of the degree.
EDUCATION
Required documentation MUST be attached to your application.Or email to Subject: PSD Program Supervisor - Preschool Services (Education)
Failure to provide the requested documents at the time of application submittal may result in disqualification of the application.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
All work experience and education information must be clearly detailed and demonstrated on the application AND supplemental questionnaire to ensure qualifications are properly considered (resumes are not reviewed). All information must be current and up to date.
EDUCATION
Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.) For education evaluation services, refer to Naces or CTC
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have experience in head start/state Preschool; will possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and have extensive experience working with children ages 0 - 5.
Experience with Eligibility, Recruitment. Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance (ERSEA) and with Childcare Management and Head Start software is highly desirable.
Selection Process
Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be reviewedin lieu of the application materials.
Application Procedure:
Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you require technical assistance, follow this link or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the (All Veterans Preference documentation (originals not required) must be submitted within 48 hours of submitting your application.)
For more important details, review the links below:
Guide to Completing a County Job Application
Applicant Information and the County Employment Process
Supervisory Unit
San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
Please review the appropriate * for more information
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the for more detailed information.
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
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INSTRUCTIONS: The information on the Application and your responses to the following Supplemental Questions will be used in a competitive evaluation. Accurate responses should be provided for each question, and all experience must be clearly detailed in the work experience section of your application in order to ensure qualifications are properly considered.
(Do not refer to resume as it will NOT be reviewed. All questions should be answered appropriately.)

• I have read and understand the above statement.

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Required Bachelor's degree: Do you possess an awarded/conferred Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Business/Public Administration, Education, Early Childhood Education/Child Development, Psychology, Sociology, Human Services or closely related field which includes 3 semester (6 quarter) completed Infant/Toddler units?
(Transcripts AND degree MUST be attached/submitted.)

• Yes
• No

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Required Permit: Do you possess a valid CA Child Development Program Director Permit?
(A copy of valid Permit MUST be attached/submitted.)

• Yes
• No

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Lead/Supervisory Experience: Clearly describe any duties and responsibilities performed as a supervisor, mentor, or lead. Be sure to include experience and responsibility for participating in the hiring process, advising on work problems, assigning/reviewing work, providing training, completing work performance evaluations, and handling disciplinary actions. Include titles and number of staff supervised, your job title(s), name of employer(s), and dates of employment. If no experience, indicate "N/A."
Experience must also be clearly demonstrated in the work experience section of your application under job duties in order to be appropriately evaluated.
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Experience: Clearly demonstrate in detail your work experience interpreting/enforcing relevant laws, rules and regulations. Provide examples or tasks and include name of employer where this experience was performed. If no experience, indicate "N/A."
Experience must also be clearly demonstrated in the work experience section of your application under job duties in order to be appropriately evaluated.
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Do you have Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance (ERSEA) experience (related to head start or state funded preschool programs):

• Yes
• No

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If you have ERSEA experience, indicate the areas of experience:

• Eligibility
• Recruitment
• Selection
• Enrollment
• Attendance
• No experience

08
Clearly demonstrate in detail your ERSEA work experience and duties and responsibilities performed. Be sure to include name of employer. If no experience, indicate "N/A."
Experience must also be clearly demonstrated in the work experience section of your application under job duties in order to be appropriately evaluated.
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Indicate Childcare Management and Head Start Software you have utilized:

• Child Plus
• COPA ( Child Outcome Planning & Administration)
• Genesis
• Cases
• myHeadStart.com (formerly PROMIS)
• Other
• None of the above

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Clearly describe your experience utilizing the above Childcare Management and Head Start Software selected. Indicate the employer, dates of employment, and specific duties that involved utilizing the software. If no experience, indicate "N/A."
Experience must also be clearly demonstrated in the work experience section of your application under job duties in order to be appropriately evaluated.
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Computer Applications: Indicate your experience with the following computer applications below: (Select only those for which you have experience.)

• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Power Point
• Microsoft Access (or other databases)
• Other
• No experience with computer applications

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Computer Applications: For each area selected above, indicate the months of experience, skill level (beginner, intermediate, advanced), reason for using, and how often used. (Be sure to include explicit details and examples of tasks performed.) If no experience, indicate "N/A."
(Example: Word - 5 years - Advanced - Compose letters and memos, flyers, used 2-3 times weekly)
Experience must be clearly demonstrated and detailed in order to be appropriately evaluated.
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Preschool Parent/Guardian/Child: Indicate if you are currently or have ever been the parent or guardian of an Early Head Start or Head Start Child.

• Current Head Start parent or guardian
• Former Head Start parent or guardian