Murray Head Start Director

Organization Details Organization Information Murray Independent School District enjoys a renowned reputation for excellence. Since 1872, our students have attained knowledge and skills through rigorous studies. The district strives to be in the top tier of school districts in the Commonwealth and the nation. We continually rank in the top 20 districts in the state on the state assessment and ACT. Our dedication in providing our students with outstanding opportunities for learning and growth in academic and extracurricular activities is marked by exceptional achievement of our students. We are proud active partners with our local businesses, community groups, and Murray State University. The Murray Community has been named one of the nation's "100 Best Communities for Young People" for three consecutive years. The strong and numerous education opportunities consistently provided through our academics, arts, and athletics is indicative of the high expectations for our students, staff and community. Organization Website Organization Address 208 S 13th St Murray, KY 42071 Job Details Vacancy ID 20252026 - 05068 Position Category District Headstart Coordinator Title Murray Head Start Director Description Murray Independent serves as the fiscal agent and home for Murray Head Start, a federally funded Head Start program that partners with ten school districts and institutions of higher education in western Kentucky to provide comprehensive services, primarily to lowincome children birth to five and their families. Summary: This professional administrative position directs the day-to-day administration and management of the Murray Head Start program, plans and coordinates operations, supervises staff to achieve program objectives, and ensures the program adheres to Head Start Performance Standards, Cost Principles, state licensing requirements, and applicable directives. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential f Comments The Murray Independent School District does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sex or disability in the employment programs, vocational programs or activities set forth in compliance with the Office of Civil Rights, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, ADA and Section 504. Start Date 07/01/2026 Posted Date 04/07/2026 Vacancy Type Full-Time Grade Level Not Applicable Organization Murray Independent Sub Organization(s) District wide Subject Area(s) None Contact(s) Whitney York (270) 753-4363

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