District Manager

Proactive middle management leadership role. Held accountable for achieving results through others, via proactive leadership. Primary district level change agent.

Provides vision and leadership to Program Administrators. Actively leads Program Administrators in the execution of goals and initiatives. Ensures effective Site operations through leadership of Program Administrators and any District Office support staff. Directly accountable for operational aspects of a sizeable group of child care sites, ensuring quality care and education for children; achievement of financial targets, applying rigorous, proactive cost controls; incorporating active continuous improvement in quality of operations; demonstrating results in employee development and contribution; delivering excellent customer service; and ensuring legal compliance.

Drives change in alignment with Leadership vision and direction, and tailored to unique Center or Site particulars.

Partners with other District Managers and Home Office leaders to maximize business opportunities and achieve business results.
REQUIREMENTS
Education/Knowledge
•Early Childhood Education
•2+ years previous Program Administrator experience is desirable
•Experience managing multi–site organization
•2+ years of proven financial performance
•Related Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience required
•Master’s Degree preferred

Experience
•Two or more years experience managing Exempt (salaried) and Hourly employees, quality control and finances in service industry required (children’s education, care, development preferred)
•Supervisory experience in Early Childhood Education, Education, or a closely related child related business
•Demonstrated strong skills in planning, marketing, development, customer service and financials.
•Budget and financial accountability and revenue-generation experience required