Child Care and Development Fund Manager 

Department: Early Education

Location: Juneau

Covered Position: Yes

Exemption Status: Exempt

Pay Grade(s): 12-14

Purpose: The Child Care 477 Plan Manager is responsible for planning, coordination, and management of child care services funded and administered under the Tribe’s Public Law 102-477 Plan. This position oversees the integration of child care services with employment, training, and self-sufficiency programs to support Tribal citizens’ workforce participation, family stability, and economic advancement.

The Manager ensures compliance with federal Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) requirements, ISDEAA, and the Tribe’s approved 477 Plan, while aligning program delivery with Tribal values, priorities, and community needs. This role serves as a subject-matter expert on child care policy, program design, and service coordination within an integrated 477 framework.

Essential Functions. An individual in this role must be able to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodation:

Program Planning & Administration

• Plan, manage, and administer child care services under the Tribe’s approved P.L. 102-477 Plan.

• Ensure child care services are fully integrated with employment, training, education, and self-sufficiency programs.

• Develop, update, and implement child care program policies, procedures, and service models consistent with federal and Tribal requirements.

• Develop, update and implement Quality Improvement (QI) policies and procedures consistent with federal requirements and 477 plan. 

• Coordinate service delivery to ensure timely, equitable, and culturally responsive access for eligible Tribal citizens.

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

• Ensure compliance with CCDF regulations, ISDEAA, and all applicable federal, Tribal, and funding agency requirements.

• Monitor program eligibility, provider requirements, attendance tracking, quality improvement expenditures and payment processes.

• Prepare for audits, monitoring reviews, and site visits; respond to findings and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Maintain accurate documentation, records, and internal controls.

Budget & Fiscal Management

• Develop and manage child care budgets within the 477 Plan framework.

• Monitor program and QI expenditures, cost allocation, and service utilization to ensure fiscal accountability and sustainability.

• Collaborate with finance staff to ensure accurate reporting, drawdowns, and reconciliation of funds.

• Support long-range planning for child care funding and service capacity.

Provider & Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with licensed and Tribal child care providers to support program participation, development of QI activities and compliance.

• Serve as a liaison with federal agencies, regional partners, State of Alaska entities, and Tribal departments.

• Collaborate with workforce, education, social services, and economic development programs to reduce barriers to employment for families.

• Support community outreach, provider development, and workforce participation initiatives related to child care.

Supervision & Staff Support 

• Provide supervision, training, and technical guidance to CCDF program staff.

• Support staff development, performance management, and culturally responsive service delivery.

• Promote a collaborative, client-centered, and strengths-based work environment.

• Partner with 477 managers and directors to support program initiatives, improve procedures, and ensure effective implementation.

• Works in close coordination with, and under the direction of, the Senior Director of Early Education.

Data, Reporting & Program Evaluation

• Collect, analyze, and report program data required for CCDF, 477, and internal reporting.

• Track outcomes related to workforce participation, service utilization, and family stability.

• Use data to support continuous improvement, planning, and leadership decision-making.

• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities. A comprehensive set of capabilities required to perform job tasks effectively:

• Knowledge of P.L. 102-477 integrated service delivery and CCDF program requirements.

• Knowledge of Tribal governance, Tribal sovereignty, and culturally responsive service models.

• Skill in program management, policy development, and regulatory compliance.

• Ability to manage budgets, interpret financial reports, and monitor expenditures.

• Ability to coordinate across departments and build effective partnerships.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with diverse stakeholders.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment. 

Minimum Qualifications (education, experience, skills):

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Early Childhood Education, Public Administration, Social Work, or a related field; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience administering child care, workforce, or social service programs, preferably in a Tribal or rural Alaska setting.

• Experience with federal grant compliance, reporting, or integrated service programs preferred.

• Must be 21 years of age with a valid Driver’s License. 

Preferred Qualifications (education, experience, skills):

• Experience working with P.L. 102-477 programs.

• Knowledge of Alaska child care licensing and rural service delivery challenges.

• Supervisory or lead program experience.

• Familiarity with Tribal employment and training programs.

• Demonstrated experience working with Alaska Native/American Indian families and individuals, including strong knowledge of cultural values, community protocols, and relationship-based engagement.

Physical Requirements. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation:

• The majority of work is performed in a professional office setting and is generally sedentary, requiring routine walking, standing, bending, and carrying of items weighing less than 40 lbs.  

Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

• Some travel may be required on small aircraft or ferry.  

• Certain positions at Tlingit and Haida may have exposure to certain hazardous materials or conditions.  The supervisor will review these if applicable.