Boone County, Missouri, is celebrated for its expansive landscapes, tightly knit communities, and exemplary quality of life. Known for its friendly communities and locally owned businesses, Boone County embraces a rich cultural scene. Its natural beauty is complemented by national forest lands, state and municipal parks, campgrounds, and conservation areas, including the scenic Missouri River. Columbia’s thriving economy is anchored in education, research, healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, and high-tech industries.

The Boone County Commission is an elected three-member governing body with a Presiding Commissioner, a Southern (District I) Commissioner, and a Northern (District II) Commissioner. The Director of the Public Safety Childcare Center oversees all aspects of the center’s daily operations and administration, and reports directly to the Boone County Commission, with one commissioner serving as the primary liaison. The Director’s essential role will be to ensure the delivery of high-quality infants, toddlers, and preschool programs while maintaining a safe and nurturing environment that meets all regulatory standards.

Boone County is searching for a dynamic leader with a unique blend of management expertise, early childhood education knowledge, and business acumen to serve as its Public Safety Childcare Center Director. This position requires five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in administering a licensed childcare facility or an equivalent combination of education and experience; three (3) or more years of supervisory and employee management experience; two (2) or more years of budgeting experience; and policy writing, development, and enforcement experience. A bachelor’s degree in management, early childhood education, childhood development, or a related field is preferred.

Candidates must also be able to obtain and/or maintain a valid driver’s license and a Missouri childcare director certification through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

The hiring range for this position is $80,704 to $100,880, depending on experience and qualifications.

Please apply online at: https://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment-employers/open-recruitme…

For more information on this position, contact:
Larry Bell, Senior Vice President
LarryBell@GovernmentResource.com
325-669-3671