Hands-On History Regional Program Manager (Northern Colorado)

This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

This position is advertised in line with the Governor’s executive order, focused on skills-based hiring practices that focuses on the knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to the job and aligns the hiring process accordingly. Skills-based hiring reduces potential barriers for applicants and allows for reduced bias in the hiring process by providing a direct description of skills that are unique to the duties assigned to the position with a recognition that the applicant may have developed these skills through education, training, or past experiences.

Child Care Program Director Qualification (Special Requirement): Applicants must meet one (1) of the following Colorado Child Care Licensing qualification pathways for a Program Director of a School-Age Child Care Center:

• A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with a major area of study in Child Development, Psychology, Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary Education, Elementary Special Education, Family and Human Development, Family Studies, Special Education, Outdoor Education, Recreation, or Human Services.
• An Associate’s degree or sixty (60) semester credit hours from an accredited college or university AND three (3) months (455 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the age of four (4) who are not related to the applicant.
• Twenty-one (21) months (3,185 hours) of verified experience in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children over the age of four (4) who are not related to the applicant AND either six (6) semester credit hours in applicable coursework OR completion of forty (40) clock hours of training applicable to school-age children within the first nine (9) months of employment.
• A current Early Childhood Professional Credential Level II (2) or higher (Version 3.0) as determined by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood.

AND

Professional Experience Requirement:

• At least two (2) years of full-time professional experience managing and developing youth programming, which must include experience hiring, training, and supervising staff who provide direct care for children.
• Part-time experience will be pro-rated based on a 40-hour work week.

• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment (per State Child Care Licensing regulations).
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License and have the ability to travel independently to program locations in Denver, Greeley, and offsite work locations across Colorado.
• Must hold or obtain current First Aid and CPR certifications upon hire.
• Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule to meet program staffing needs during school breaks, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, including occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds, and frequent bending, reaching, and squatting.
• Must successfully pass a state criminal background check and child abuse registry/fingerprint background screening prior to hire.

(Evaluated during the Subject Matter Expert (SME) Structured Application Review and Final Interviews)

• Program Leadership & Supervision: Knowledge and skill in hiring, training, coaching, and supervising program staff, fostering a collaborative, supportive, and accountable team environment.
• Youth Program Operations: Ability to design, organize, execute, and adapt engaging, safe, and age-appropriate youth programs.
• Communication & Conflict Resolution: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts diplomatically and build positive relationships with staff, families, and community partners.
• Adaptability & Process Improvement: Ability to navigate changing program needs, solve operational problems proactively, and refine processes to enhance program efficiency and safety.

1. Online Application: Completed in full via NeoGov, detailing all relevant work history (including month/year and hours worked per week).
2. Cover Letter: Required – Attached as a separate document to your online application.
3. Resume: Required – Attached as a separate document.
4. Transcripts / Credentials: Required if utilizing education or early childhood credentials to meet the Program Director minimum qualifications (attached to online application).