DC Department of Human Resources
Early Literacy Manager
DC Department of Human Resources, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Early Literacy Manager
position at DC Department of Human Resources. The position located at District of Columbia Public Library (DCPL). This role oversees early literacy programs for young children (birth–age 5). The Early Literacy Manager leads efforts to promote early childhood literacy, engage families, and ensure library services meet developmental needs.
Duties And Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and evaluate age‑appropriate early literacy programs for children birth to age five, including storytimes, workshops, and community events, ensuring alignment with best practices in early childhood education.
Provide training and mentorship to staff and volunteers, develop resources for families, and establish partnerships with schools and community organizations to promote early literacy and strengthen the library’s role as a hub for early learning.
Oversee the selection and maintenance of inclusive, culturally relevant materials for young children while integrating technology to enhance programming.
Evaluate program effectiveness through data‑driven methods, advocate for early literacy at various levels, and support the library’s mission by contributing to system‑wide initiatives, events, and special projects.
Coordinate the creation of Early Learning Programs at MLK and neighborhood libraries.
Identify and secure grants to support early childhood initiatives.
Serve as liaison between the DCPL and the Department of Education on early childhood and early literacy initiatives.
Support/advise staff within the DCPL as programs open in the community.
Provide professional development from a statewide perspective on Early Childhood & Literacy Initiatives.
Create, facilitate, and implement memoranda of understanding with the Office of the State Superintendent, DC Public Schools, the community, and outside contractors.
Develop, manage, and monitor memoranda of understanding, contracts, interagency agreements, cooperative endeavor agreements, program outcome reports, and supporting documents on behalf of the program; and
Provide support for meetings, conferences, special projects, and other duties in support of Youth and Family Services and/or DCPL, as requested by the Director.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience
Education: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA‑accredited institution or related field (Education, Social Services, Community Development, Public Administration, Public Health). Must have a minimum of three (3) years of managerial experience at the next lower grade level or at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level.
Knowledge of early childhood literacy development, child development principles, and best practices in early literacy education.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and manage a team of staff and volunteers.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage and connect with families, caregivers, and community partners.
Creative program development skills, with the ability to design engaging and innovative early literacy programs.
Ability to assess and evaluate programs and services, using data to drive improvements and demonstrate impact.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
Expert knowledge of the principles, practices or techniques of program development, implementation, management, and evaluation.
Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in the application of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness.
Knowledge of agency program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key program events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the worth of program accomplishments.
Knowledge of relationships with other programs and key administrative support functions within DCPL.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and handle library materials in various formats.
Residency Requirement A person applying for this position must be a bona fide District resident AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION. The applicant shall present no fewer than 8 proofs of bona fide District residency and maintain such residency for 7 consecutive years from the effective date of appointment.
General Suitability Screening The position is subject to general suitability screening and will be offered contingent upon satisfactory screening.
Enhanced Suitability Screening Criminal background check, traffic record check, consumer credit check, and mandatory drug and alcohol test will be conducted if tentatively selected.
Employment Benefits
Health and life insurance.
Annual vacation and sick leave.
Covered under the District of Columbia government's retirement plan.
Equal Employment Opportunity The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer: all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination, which is also prohibited. In addition, harassment based on any of the above-protected categories is prohibited.
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position at DC Department of Human Resources. The position located at District of Columbia Public Library (DCPL). This role oversees early literacy programs for young children (birth–age 5). The Early Literacy Manager leads efforts to promote early childhood literacy, engage families, and ensure library services meet developmental needs.
Duties And Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and evaluate age‑appropriate early literacy programs for children birth to age five, including storytimes, workshops, and community events, ensuring alignment with best practices in early childhood education.
Provide training and mentorship to staff and volunteers, develop resources for families, and establish partnerships with schools and community organizations to promote early literacy and strengthen the library’s role as a hub for early learning.
Oversee the selection and maintenance of inclusive, culturally relevant materials for young children while integrating technology to enhance programming.
Evaluate program effectiveness through data‑driven methods, advocate for early literacy at various levels, and support the library’s mission by contributing to system‑wide initiatives, events, and special projects.
Coordinate the creation of Early Learning Programs at MLK and neighborhood libraries.
Identify and secure grants to support early childhood initiatives.
Serve as liaison between the DCPL and the Department of Education on early childhood and early literacy initiatives.
Support/advise staff within the DCPL as programs open in the community.
Provide professional development from a statewide perspective on Early Childhood & Literacy Initiatives.
Create, facilitate, and implement memoranda of understanding with the Office of the State Superintendent, DC Public Schools, the community, and outside contractors.
Develop, manage, and monitor memoranda of understanding, contracts, interagency agreements, cooperative endeavor agreements, program outcome reports, and supporting documents on behalf of the program; and
Provide support for meetings, conferences, special projects, and other duties in support of Youth and Family Services and/or DCPL, as requested by the Director.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Experience
Education: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA‑accredited institution or related field (Education, Social Services, Community Development, Public Administration, Public Health). Must have a minimum of three (3) years of managerial experience at the next lower grade level or at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level.
Knowledge of early childhood literacy development, child development principles, and best practices in early literacy education.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and manage a team of staff and volunteers.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage and connect with families, caregivers, and community partners.
Creative program development skills, with the ability to design engaging and innovative early literacy programs.
Ability to assess and evaluate programs and services, using data to drive improvements and demonstrate impact.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
Expert knowledge of the principles, practices or techniques of program development, implementation, management, and evaluation.
Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in the application of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness.
Knowledge of agency program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key program events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the worth of program accomplishments.
Knowledge of relationships with other programs and key administrative support functions within DCPL.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and handle library materials in various formats.
Residency Requirement A person applying for this position must be a bona fide District resident AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION. The applicant shall present no fewer than 8 proofs of bona fide District residency and maintain such residency for 7 consecutive years from the effective date of appointment.
General Suitability Screening The position is subject to general suitability screening and will be offered contingent upon satisfactory screening.
Enhanced Suitability Screening Criminal background check, traffic record check, consumer credit check, and mandatory drug and alcohol test will be conducted if tentatively selected.
Employment Benefits
Health and life insurance.
Annual vacation and sick leave.
Covered under the District of Columbia government's retirement plan.
Equal Employment Opportunity The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer: all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination, which is also prohibited. In addition, harassment based on any of the above-protected categories is prohibited.
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