Overview
The Executive Director provides overall leadership, fiscal oversight, and strategic direction for the BVCAP Head Start/Early Head Start Programs. This role ensures compliance with all federal and local regulations, manages grants, and leads high-level operational and organizational design efforts. The Executive Director manages key staff, including the Head Start/Early Head Start Director, Fiscal Director, and Human Resources Director, and is directly accountable to the Board Chair.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Leadership & Strategy:
- Develop and implement the strategic vision for BVCAP Head Start/Early Head Start Programs.
- Collaborate with the Board Chair and Board of Directors to set organizational goals and policies.
- Lead organizational design initiatives
- Fiscal Management:
- Oversee the fiscal operations, including budget planning, grant management, and financial reporting.
- Ensure compliance with funding requirements, including Head Start Program Performance Standards.
- Manage program resources effectively to meet the needs of staff and students.
- Operations & Compliance:
- Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local laws governing Head Start/Early Head Start Programs.
- Ensure high-quality services are delivered to children and families, meeting program standards.
- Oversee risk management and ensure the safety of staff and children.
- Staff Management:
- Provide leadership and guidance to senior management (Head Start/Early Head Start Director, Fiscal Director, HR Director).
- Oversee recruitment, retention, and professional development for program staff.
- Promote a culture of teamwork and collaboration across all department
- Community & Partnerships:
- Act as the spokesperson for BVCAP Head Start/Early Head Start Programs in the community.
- Foster relationships with key stakeholders, including funders, community organizations, and regulatory agencies.
- Lead efforts to secure new grants and partnerships to support program growth
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Business, Education, etc.).
- 5+ years of senior nonprofit leadership with direct responsibility for grants, budgets, and staff leadership.
- Proven success managing federally funded or highly regulated programs (you know how to build/use SOPs, internal controls, and audit-ready documentation).
- Executive-level financial acumen: budgeting/forecasting, interpreting financials, and presenting to boards.
- Strong stakeholder and board relations; excellent written and verbal communication.
- Organized, decisive, and comfortable prioritizing across multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred (Nice To Have)
- Master’s degree (MPA, MBA, MSML, Education) or equivalent leadership experience.
- Track record with federal grants administration across the lifecycle (application through closeout).
- Experience leading in a multi-site, community-based organization; familiarity with common grants/data systems.
- Fund development or partnership building with public/private stakeholders.
- Experience in early childhood, education, human services, or adjacent sectors (helpful but not required).