POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT DEPARTMENT: Adult Programs
POSITION: Director of Adult Programs
REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Programs and Quality Assurance
Open Date: Jan 1, 2012
BASIC FUNCTION
Reporting to the Senior Director of Programs and Quality Assurance, the Director of Adult Programs is responsible for the strategic leadership and management of the department, ensuring compliance with program and funding requirements, program development, securing resources, and personnel supervision. The Director of Adult Programs also represents Erie in organizing collaborative action on behalf of low-income and immigrant adults.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee daily management and operations of the organization’s direct service programs for adults: English as a Second Language, Community Literacy (Tutoring), Citizenship and Immigration Services, Proyecto Cuidate Preventive Services for Families in Little Village, and Outreach Services to the Latino Community for the CHA, in West Town and Little Village. Prepare funding plans and proposals to public and private sources. Develop and manage adult program budgets in compliance with agency guidelines and funder requirements. Conduct program evaluations and prepare reports for internal and external monitoring to ensure that program outcomes and objectives are met. Ensure that all relevant data is entered into agency’s ETO central database, including demographic data, outputs and outcomes Supervise and evaluate department personnel. Network and collaborate with local and city-wide community-based organizations, community colleges, and universities to advance program quality; share resources where practical and productive. Serve on Erie’s senior leadership team and the ICCB Region I Area Planning Council. Participate in monthly meetings of Program Directors Group Perform other duties as reasonable and appropriate.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree in Education, social work, urban planning, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred. Bilingual in Spanish/English required, and bicultural preferred. Minimum of three years supervisory and administrative experience; experience in the adult education field a plus Ability to work flexible hours. Commitment to social justice, and sensitivity to the assets and challenges of the immigrant community and adult learners from low-income and limited education backgrounds.
Salary range: $55,000-60,000, depending on credentials;
Excellent Benefits Package
Please forward cover letter and resume by December 22, 2011 to:
Ms. Maria Perez
Director of Human Resources
Erie Neighborhood House
1701 W. Superior St. Chicago, IL 60622 or send via
Email: mperez@eriehouse.org or Fax: 312-633-9904
NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE
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