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Child & Family Prevention Programs Coordinator

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Job Opportunity With Eagle County Government

Eagle County Government is currently hiring for a Prevention Program Coordinator position. The salary range is $30.21 to $36.25 per hour. The position is based out of Edwards, Colorado, and the job listing closes on September 1, 2025, at 11:59 PM Mountain Time (US & Canada). The Department of Human Services (DHS) directly impacts the lives of thousands of Eagle County residents every year. From helping families and individuals access programs that provide food, warmth, and childcare to protecting those too young or too old to protect themselves, DHS ensures families and individuals in our community have what they need to live a stable life now and in the future. Children, Family, and Adult Services (CFAS) administers a range of critical family support programs including Early Head Start, Child Welfare, Adult Protection, and other child maltreatment prevention programs. Early Head Start (EHS) operates within the CFAS division of DHS. EHS in Eagle County is committed to the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) mission statement of the Office of Head Start, "promoting the school readiness of young children from low-income families by enhancing their cognitive, social and emotional development." EHS supports the comprehensive development of children from birth to age three and their families and pregnant women through home visitation and full-time child care services at three child care centers in Eagle County. The Prevention Program Coordinator actively collaborates across ECDHS divisions and reports to the CFAS Prevention Manager. This position is part of the EHS team and the primary responsibilities include ensuring all EHS program operations meet federal requirements, either through the direct administration of work or indirectly through the management of collaborative partnerships and contracts. EHS program operations include: Education and Child Development Services; Health and Mental Health Program Services; Family and Community Engagement Program Services; Additional Services for Children with Disabilities; Transition Services; Services to Enrolled Pregnant Women; and, Program Management and Quality Improvement Once this workflow has been established, this position may be assigned to support and coordinate work for additional child maltreatment prevention programming at ECDHS. Essential functions include: Program Planning and Oversight Systems Promote and use a Two-Generation, strengths-based approach Establish and oversee procedures to ensure the program meets Head Start Program Performance Standards Directly manage program workflow Collaborate with EHS employees, enrolled families, and community partners Understand and utilize program tools Compile and analyze data from ongoing assessments Support in the creation and submission of annual grant reporting requirements Follow EHS reporting requirement procedure Ongoing Monitoring and Continuous Improvement In collaboration with program leaders track and evaluate data Engage with and present to governing bodies Partner with the EHS Coordinator to complete annual Program Information Report Co-lead comprehensive monitoring plan Ongoing Training and Professional Development Participate fully in training experiences Gain and maintain expertise in the Early Head Start policies and practices Abide by the Early Head Start Standards of Conduct Qualifications include: A Bachelor's degree in human services, social work, early childhood education or a related field is required Two years of experience in working with families, children, educational systems, child development systems, or low-income families or any combination of education and experience that produces the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, and experience Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license with a satisfactory motor vehicle record. The ability to pass a background investigation. Reliable transportation required. Knowledge, skills, and abilities include: Bilingual English/Spanish preferred Knowledge of Early Head Start or Head Start programs preferred Knowledge in child development preferred Strong writing skills, ability to analyze data and complete various grant reporting requirements A strategic thinker and collaborator with strong communication skills and the ability to write and speak persuasively Excellent interpersonal skills to work with staff, community members, and contracted partners at all socio-ecological levels Exceptional judgment, strong work ethics, and the ability to adapt to rapid organizational change are mandatory Approach to working with others that is empathetic, nonjudgmental, respectful, and professional Capacity to problem solve, handle crisis, and prioritize competing demands Ability to work within Google platform, and ability to learn program specific databases Model Eagle County values and operating agreement behaviors by leading workflow processes with creativity, respect, engagement, accountability, team excellence, and service. Working in local government is one of the best career paths in the mountains. 'Your Career will Soar with Eagle County'. Get started with us today! Culture of flexibility and support for mental health/wellness Purpose! A modern, values-driven workplace with more than 550 employees embracing a welcoming culture, supportive leaders, and an organization focused on our mission: Creating a Better Eagle County for All. Learning organization focused on professional development opportunities, FREE CMC classes, and Tuition reimbursement. Future-focused with our strategic plan on improving housing, climate change, and more. As a certified healthy workplace, our culture recognizes the importance of individual needs and enjoying life outside of work. Other perks may include flexible work arrangements, paid volunteer time, and daytime fitness classes/bike rides. Great benefits include: Comprehensive and low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance (as low as $85/month for employees only) Wellness program where you can earn cash or extra days off 15 paid holidays Paid time off (starting at 12 days) and additional medical leave Paid volunteer hours 8% (dollar-for-dollar match) retirement plan Free classes at Colorado Mountain College Eagle County University classes (internal trainings) Tuition reimbursement programs Bilingual Pay Incentive Free bus pass and more