NEOGOV · 4 hours ago
Deputy Director - Child Programs - 165571
Westminster, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$110K/yr - $126K/yr
6+ years expNEOGOV is a part of Adams County, which aims to serve the community with integrity and innovation. The Deputy Division Director – Child Programs oversees key areas such as Head Start and Child Support Services, ensuring alignment with county goals and driving innovation in early childhood services.
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Responsibilities
Provide executive leadership for Child Support Services, Head Start, and CCAP to ensure integrated, high-quality service delivery
Align programs with county priorities, state/federal requirements, and community needs
Oversee budget development, fiscal planning, and resource allocation
Drive innovation by identifying best practices and emerging trends in early childhood services and family economic mobility
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations across all program areas
Lead strategic planning efforts to enhance program effectiveness and long-term sustainability
Oversee performance management, ensuring accountability for program goals, outcomes, and continuous improvement
Foster a culture of quality practice, emphasizing dignity and respect for our customers and stakeholders
Build and maintain relationships with school districts, child care providers, nonprofit organizations, state agencies, and community-based partners to expand and enhance services
Partner with the Local Coordinating Organization (LCO) to integrate early childhood services into a comprehensive countywide system
Represent Adams County in state and regional discussions on early childhood and family services
Directly supervise program managers/administrators overseeing Head Start, CCAP, and Child Support Services
Lead recruitment, professional development, and performance evaluation for leadership staff
Support workforce development initiatives to strengthen staff capacity and service delivery
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Social Work, Education, Human Services, Business, or a related field required
Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in administration, management, project development, program evaluation, or public policy
At least two (2) years in a high-level leadership role overseeing human services, early childhood education, or family economic mobility programs
Strong leadership and strategic vision in managing large-scale human services programs
Expertise in policy development, fiscal oversight, and regulatory compliance for federally and state-funded programs
Ability to build coalitions, foster partnerships, and drive cross-sector collaboration
Proven experience in strategies to improve service accessibility and positive outcomes for all families
Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills to support continuous program improvement
Excellent communication and public speaking skills, with the ability to represent the department in public, legislative, and interagency settings
Knowledge of programs serving children such as Child Support, CCAP, UPK, and Head Start
Background check required
Ability to obtain, maintain, and ensure continued access to State and County systems in strict compliance with all applicable State and County regulations, policies, and user agreements
Preferred
Master's degree in Public Administration, Human Services, Early Childhood Education, or a related field preferred
Benefits
AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
Deferred Compensation Plan
Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
Generous Vacation/Sick leave
Long-Term Disability
Retirement Plan
Short-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Fitness Center
Employee Health Clinics
Flexible Work Schedules
Recreation Center Discounts
Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Wellness programs
Lactation friendly certified workplace
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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