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United Way · 1 day ago

Healthy Schools Escambia Program Director

Pensacola, FL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$60K/yr - $65K/yr

3+ years exp

United Way of West Florida is seeking a Healthy Schools Escambia Program Director. In this pivotal role, you will provide leadership and direction to the Healthy Schools Escambia initiative, overseeing program coordinators and working closely with the steering committee to implement strategies aligned with the CDC’s model.

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Responsibilities

Design, implement, and supervise the Healthy Schools Escambia Program following the CDC’s Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child model

Develop relationships with school leaders, parents/families, and community organizations in order to successfully implement a strategy aligned to the CDC’s Whole Schools, Whole Community, Whole Child model

Responsible for fostering a positive environment and day-to-day operations of direct staff, to include staff coaching, supervision, performance accountability and ensuring each team member is appropriately suited for their role

Assist with the recruitment, hiring, training and development of Program Coordinators

Work with partner agencies to identify, develop, and implement engaging programming that supports the collective vision of the initiative

Manage data collection across the network of Healthy Schools Escambia programs

Demonstrate understanding of high-needs communities and knowledge of community organizing principles

Develop a volunteer network to support community schools

Participate in event planning and logistics

Establish annual team goals and objectives, track and report results

Deliver timely communication through regular management and team meetings

Coach, support, and evaluate team member performance

Prepare written materials for the purposes of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information

Present the CDC’s Whole Schools, Whole Community, Whole Child model to stakeholders, including students, parents, and community leaders

Follow and enforce district policies and procedures

Understand and respect the diversity of economic, linguistic, and cultural backgrounds and situations

Due to the leadership role United Way is called upon to play in the community, particularly during times of crisis, it is the expectation that all staff will be fully engaged in the organization's crisis plan and response efforts

Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as assigned

Qualification

Program ManagementCommunity OutreachData ManagementMicrosoft Office SuiteSupervisory ExperienceEffective CommunicationConflict ResolutionTeam CollaborationAdaptabilityStrategic Thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree in an Education, Human Services, or Social Services related field and two years of combined experience in community outreach

Three years' experience in children's services, education or community health with an associates degree can be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree

Prior supervisory experience required

Proficiency required in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) required

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task with a flexible, organized, and can-do attitude

Experience leading programs or project management

Experience building community relationships

Experience working with data to inform practice

Experience in contract management or grant reporting

Knowledge of the education system, including after-school and classroom coordination

Ability to work with a high degree of autonomy in a school setting

Work authorization requirements: Clear the Department of Justice background screening, Authorized to work in the United States, Provide health (TB) clearance (must be renewed every four years)

Effective communicator with excellent written and oral skills

Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality

Effective prioritization, organization, and follow-through

Optimism and positive attitude

Detail oriented

Conflict resolution skills

Personal belief in, and passion for, United Way's mission, goals, and objectives

Ability to work with diverse populations and organizations

Strategic and analytical thinker

Commitment to learning and professional development

Self-motivated

Strong team player with ability to work collaboratively