Early Childhood Supervisor
Golden, CO - USA
Job Summary
Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on:
06/09/26Division:
Community Health Partnerships DivisionManagement Level:
Supervisor - 1st LineScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Benefit Eligibility:
This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental medical and vision insurance paid time off and holidays retirement matching wellness programs and tuition reimbursement.Description:
As part of the newly established Early Childhood Council for Jefferson Gilpin and Clear Creek Counties we are seeking a collaborative and strategic Early Childhood Supervisor to lead the implementation and coordination of all Council activities. This role provides leadership in partnership operations staff supervision strategic initiative implementation grant and contract management and cross-sector collaboration that supports children families providers and community systems across the region. The Early Childhood Supervisor ensures alignment across initiatives partnerships and staff roles while advancing the new Councils Strategic Plan the Bright Futures Roadmap and Colorados early childhood priorities.
SCHEDULE:
This position will be expected to work with community partners and staff members and needs to allow for a flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends. Please note this position also allows for a hybrid work schedule both remote/community and in-office as determined by business.
COMPENSATION:
Hiring Range: $91252.29 - $111530.57 USD Annual
Compensation will be determined based on education experience and skills.
BENEFITS:
Jefferson County offers a generous benefits package that supports your personal and professional life. Benefits include medical dental and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays includinga starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires; retirement matching; wellness programs; tuition reimbursement and more. For more information clickherefor our Total Rewards summary.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
In This Role You Will:
- Provide oversight and direction for day-to-day operations of the Gateway Partnership for Early Childhood the new Early Childhood Council for Jefferson Gilpin and Clear Creek Counties ensuring alignment with strategic priorities grant deliverables and community needs.
- Supervise and support staff contractors interns and consultants implementing Gateway Partnership initiatives and programs.
- Lead implementation of strategic initiatives aligned with the Gateway Partnership Strategic Plan Bright Futures Roadmap and Colorado early childhood systems priorities.
- Coordinate collaborative partnerships with childcare providers school districts local governments community organizations public agencies and state partners.
- Oversee grant and contract management activities including budgeting reporting compliance deliverables and fiscal monitoring.
- Facilitate cross-sector collaboration systems-building efforts and community engagement activities that strengthen equitable access to early childhood services and supports.
- Support planning implementation and evaluation of initiatives related to early childhood systems coordination family support provider engagement and community partnerships.
- Use data and continuous quality improvement (CQI) practices to monitor progress evaluate outcomes and support strategic planning and reporting.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on Colorado early childhood systems including Early Childhood Councils Universal Preschool (UPK) Colorado Shines and CDEC initiatives.
- Represent the Gateway Partnership on local regional and statewide committees coalitions and collaborative initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelors degree
- Experience: Three (3) years of work-related experience
- Certifications/Licenses: None
- Note an equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable
Preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Experience supervising staff and coordinating cross-sector initiatives or community partnerships.
- Knowledge of Colorado early childhood systems including Early Childhood Councils Universal Preschool (UPK) Colorado Shines CCCAP and CDEC initiatives.
- Experience managing grants contracts budgets and program compliance requirements.
- Strong facilitation relationship-building strategic planning and project management skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Ability to facilitate meetings and presentations with diverse shareholders.
- Experience working in diverse communities and/or bilingual skills.
Leadership Competencies
Successful candidates willdemonstratethe ability to:
- Foster trust and open communication by creating an inclusive respectful and supportive work environment where employees feel empowered to share ideas ask questions and raise concerns.
- Communicate clearly and transparently by sharing information ina timelyand honest manner setting clear expectations explaining decisions and adapting communication styles to meet the needs of different audiences.
- Act with integrity and accountability by making ethical decisions following through on commitments applying expectations consistently and taking responsibility for actions and outcomes.
- Engage in collaborative problem-solving by building strong working relationships seeking input from others managing conflict professionally and working across teams to achieve shared goals.
- Develop and coach others by providing constructive feedback supporting employee growth and learning recognizing individual strengths and helping team members build skills for current and future opportunities.
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION:
- Criminal History and MVR Background Checks are required for every position.
- Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history motor vehicle report education verification and/or references.
- A valid Colorado drivers license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle shall have a Colorado Drivers license within 30 days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
- In any materials you submit you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
- All Jefferson County Employees must apply through their internal profile.
Accommodations Statement:
We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications interviews or other hiring-related accommodations contact . This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates.
APPLICATION:
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities
- A resume and cover letter submitted with your application is encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application.
- Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday.
- In any materials you submit you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age date of birth or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application please log into your candidate portal.
For more details on the recruitment process please visit: Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at or
Education:
Bachelors DegreeExperience:
Work Experience: Minimum three yearsCertifications:
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Category:
Health & Human ServicesRequired Experience:
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