Operations Coordinator

$56,104 - $58,950/Yr

Harris County Department Of Education - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The Operations Coordinator at Harris County Department of Education is responsible for developing, monitoring, and coordinating the operations of Head Start centers. This role involves training and supporting staff to meet program goals while ensuring compliance with applicable guidelines and standards.

Responsibilities

• Model HCDE Head Start's mission, vision and values.
• Develop written plans, handbooks, procedures, forms and other program operational tools.
• Conduct ongoing monitoring and audits to ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, HCDE procedures, Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards and other local, state and federal regulations.
• Maintain recordkeeping systems and computerized data tracking systems for all compliance monitoring activities.
• Create and provide monitoring outcomes and analysis reports.
• Assess and identify potential areas of improvement within program operations and make recommendations for improving operational activities and processes based on monitoring outcomes.
• Provide on-site technical support at Head Start centers to ensure proper implementation of program operations.
• Develop and provide training to all Head Start staff regarding program operations requirements.
• Work with Head Start center managers and HCDE Facilities staff to ensure the proper maintenance, repair, safety and security of Head Start facilities, materials and equipment.
• Work collaboratively on a variety of teams and participate on workgroups and committees as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• Excellent writing and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze and monitor processes and develop monitoring tools.
• Ability to effectively utilize computers with exceptional skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications.
• Knowledge of Minimum Standards for Child Day Care Operations by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
• Experience utilizing computerized data systems.
• Experience working in a Head Start program preferred.