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Director, UIC Children's Center

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Mar 11, 2026
Director, UIC Children's Center Director, UIC Children's Center Hiring Department: UIC Children's Center Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1039762 Posting Close Date: March 27, 2026 Salary: The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $105,000. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary The Director of the UIC Children's Center provides expertise, oversight, training, and leadership to ensure the UIC Children's Center provides high-quality, developmentally effective, inclusive early learning and care services for the children of University of Illinois Chicago students, faculty, and staff. The UIC Children's Center Director is responsible for the overall administration, programming quality, fiscal management, compliance and continuous improvement of the Children's Center, which is licensed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Duties & Responsibilities: Administrative Responsibilities: Provide vision, leadership and direction for all Children's Center operations, ensuring alignment with UIC's mission and nationally recognized best practices in early childhood education. Directly supervise the Assistant Director of the Center and oversee all center professional and support staff. Oversee all administrative functions of the Center including the enrollment process, billing, and hiring of professional and support staff. Develop, implement, and regularly review operational policies and procedures; ensure effective communication and consistent implementation among staff, families, and university stakeholders. Coordinate strategic planning for staff along with goal setting and continuous development of mission, vision, and related objectives Fiscal Management and Grants Develop, manage, and monitor the Children's Center annual operating budget; approve expenditure and ensure responsible stewardship of funds. Oversee tuition billing, payment collection, and account reconciliation in coordination with Financial Services; address billing inquiries and ensure timely resolution of account issues. Identify, pursue, write, and manage federal, state, and local grants that support program sustainability, access and quality improvement Human Resources and Staff Development Supervise, evaluate, and support the assistant director and other designated leadership staff; provide coaching, guidance, and performance feedback. In collaboration with UIC Human Resources, lead the recruitment, selection, and hiring of Children's Center administrative and professional teaching staff. In cooperation with the assistant director, plan and facilitate ongoing professional development for staff aligned with licensing, accreditation, and program goals. Licensing, Accreditation, and Compliance Ensure continuous compliance with DCFS licensing regulations, NAEYC Accreditation criteria, the highest level of quality according to the IL State Quality Rating System, and the Child and Adult Care Food Program. Lead accreditation, licensing renewals, monitoring visits, corrective action plans, and ongoing quality assurance activities University, Research, and Community Engagement Serve as the primary liaison with university administration, regulatory agencies, professional organizations, and community partners for all matters related to the Center and early childhood care on campus. Collaborate with university departments and partners to support appropriate research activities within the Children's Center. Coordinate and facilitate center experiences for UIC students as appropriate, ensuring all legal, licensing, and compliance requirements are met. Establish and maintain community partnerships that enhance resources and services for children, families, and staff. Facilities, Operations, and Risk Management Oversee facility maintenance, renovations, and improvements to ensure safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate learning environments. Plan, prioritize, and oversee physical space updates and capital improvements, integrating facility needs into annual and long-range budgeting to support safe, high-quality learning environments. Provide leadership in support of university risk management, emergency preparedness, and information security requirements Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in early childhood education, child development, or related field. Illinois Director's Credential Level I or 3 semester hours of college credits in administration, leadership, or management. 5 years supervisory and administrative experience in early childhood education and care settings. Thorough knowledge of state and local licensing requirements and accreditation through the National Association For the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Through knowledge of State Quality Rating Systems (ExceleRate) , Creative Curriculum, & Teaching Strategies GOLD. Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching and /or administrative experience in an accredited early childhood program. Experience in the administration of early learning programs in a University environment. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. 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