Child Care Licensing Supervisor

Recruitment #111417-MDDX02-370600

Summary Statement

The class incumbent supervises the provision of child care licensing services on a regional basis, formulates child care licensing regulations, policy and procedures.

  • Supervises staff of 4-10 professional and clerical employees.
  • Management of regional licensing programs.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
  • Directs, trains and supervises the work of staff in the licensure of child care facilities in order to ensure compliance with the law and applicable regulations.
     
  • Provides technical assistance to staff and resolves or clarifies any complex problems that arise in the licensure of child care facilities.
     
  • Reviews all recommendations for licensure, analyzes problems and determines course of action as needed.
     
  • Develops and recommends licensing programs and related regulations, policy, procedures and proposed legislation designed to meet departmental objectives in accordance with federal/state law and regulations; periodically reviews for effectiveness.
     
  • Directs complaint investigations and preparation of reports for adverse actions to ensure the appropriate enforcement of child care regulations.
     
  • Supervises development of requests for proposals, reviews responses to RFP's and recommends selection of best qualified service providers; negotiates contracts.
     
  • Prepares budget documents with recommendations for allocation of resources.
     
  • Chairs or represents Unit, Division and/or Department on task forces and committees.
     
  • Provides lectures to community organizations and educational institutions regarding child care licensing.
     
  • Interprets licensure to the public and provides testimony at public hearings related to child care.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Child Care Licensing Supervisor
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  1. Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Education, Behavioral or Social Science or related field. 
  2. Three years experience in program evaluation which includes evaluating programs and services to identify problems, determine compliance and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency to ensure program goals and overall objectives are met.
  3. Three years experience in ensuring compliance with laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
  4. Six months experience in childhood development program design and implementation.
  5. Six months experience in narrative report writing.
  6. Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.
  7. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Additional Posting Information

A writing sample will be requested at the time of interview.

Conditions of Hire

Criminal background check:  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Pre-employment Drug Testing:  Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at http://ben.omb.delaware.gov/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

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Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.