Assistant Program Director - Head Start

🇺🇸 Hancock County, MS

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Project Management

🗓️ October 2nd, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Mississippi State University is hiring an Assistant Program Director - Head Start to direct, manage, and oversee the daily administrative and programmatic operations of the MSU-Extension Head Start/Early Head Start Program. This role involves setting program goals, ensuring compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, coordinating staff training, and participating as a member of the Executive Leadership Team.

Highlights

Provide oversight of all Head Start/Early Head Start programs and develop timelines for grant proposals.
Develop long- and short-range goals, promote consistent standards, and ensure compliance with grant agreements.
Coordinate in-service training and provide technical assistance to staff.
Direct complex projects from conception to completion and ensure adherence to performance standards.
Supervise and support leadership staff and coordinate human resource administration.
Compile and submit required reports according to grant and university requirements.
Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree related to education or child development and three years of management experience in early education.
Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree and four or more years of early education management experience.
Must have a valid driver's license with ability to travel, including overnight trips.
Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations, project management, effective communication, and strong organizational skills required.