Licensing Assistant

Position Type : Early Childhood

Date Posted : 1 / 14 / 2025

Location :

Genesee Intermediate Job Summary : The Licensing Assistant will serve as the catalyst for program and licensing compliance relative to all programs at Center for Countywide Programs, including Early Head Start, Head Start, Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP), 21st Century, etc. The Licensing Assistant will ensure a system of ongoing monitoring and support of program operations, to ensure that proper steps are taken to meet licensing requirements and tracking compliance.

Essential Duties (May include, but not limited to) :

• Revises and monitors the program's policies, service plans, and procedures.
• Provides staff training and support, ensuring compliance with the program's policies, service plans, and procedures.
• Conducts internal audits and facilitates plans for improvement.
• Supports compliance with all MiLeap licensing regulations.
• Monitors and maintains licensing status for all programs and sites within the department of Center for Countywide Programs within the Genesee Intermediate School District.
• Maintains a working knowledge of regulatory changes, trends in the licensing and regulation of child care facilities.
• Consistently models Win-Win leadership.
• GSQ assessments-gathers and submits evidence in MiRegestry, maintains and monitors the MiRegistry database including gathering and submitting evidence for Great Start to Quality assessments.

Other Duties : Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications : Education :

High School Diploma, Associate's degree or higher in business management, education, or any related field preferred.

Experience :

Current knowledge of MiLeap licensing preferred. Experience in MiLeap licensing preferred.

Skills / Other :

Must be able to obtain MiLeap approval, to pass a physical exam and to obtain a satisfactory criminal history check through fingerprinting. Leadership ability and cultural sensitivity to develop relationships between diverse populations and multiple agencies. Excellent oral and written communications skills. Outstanding attention to detail. Exceptional organization, leadership, and interpersonal skills. Ability to travel to and from district building / programs. Ability to utilize district technology, and work to maintain proficiency, as required skill sets change with technology and / or the needs of the district. Demonstrated mental / physical ability and stamina for meeting the essential duties of the position. Works successfully as a member of a team. Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and professionalism at all times. Punctuality and good attendance are required for the position. Ability to work a flexible workday, work week, and work year in order to meet the needs of the position, the department and the district. Represents the district in a professional manner at all times. Ability to exercise good judgment and make decisions in accordance with board policies and established administrative guidelines.

Special Job Considerations :

Certification :

Type of Certification :

Bargaining Unit : None

Salary Schedule : Contracted, limited-duration grant-funded position, calendar year $17.13 per hour, commensurate with education and experience.

Immediate Supervisor : Executive Director, Center for Countywide Programs

Supervision : None

Salary : $17