Item 3.F-March 4, 2011
ADMINISTRATIVE FACULTY POSITION DESCRIPTION QUESTIONNAIRE
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Incumbent(s) Name (if applicable): Sherry Waugh
Position #(s): 10696
Current Title: Director, Child and Family Research Center
Current Range: 4
(JCC:76234;3B;CM3554;CC202;E)
Department: Child and Family Research Center
College/Division: College of Education
(CFRC)
Account #(s): 1101-113-1201
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I certify that the statements in this description are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
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Employee’s Signature
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I/we have reviewed the statements in this form and they accurately reflect the job assignments.
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Immediate Supervisor’s Signature
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Director/Chair/Dean
Chris Cheney
Dean, College of Education
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Approved for Salary Placement Committee review.
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Pres / Vice Pres / Vice Prov Signature Jannet Vreeland
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Vice Provost and Secretary of University
Action Approved by the President (Completed by Faculty HR):
Position #: 10696
EEO Code: 3B
CUPA Code: CM3554
Exempt: Yes or No Census Code: 202
Job Class Code: 76234
Range: 4
Effective Date: 3/1/2011
Approved Title:
DIRECTOR, CHILD AND FAMILY RESEARCH CENTER
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Employee Signature
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Rev: 12/1/2008
Position Description – Director, Child and Family Research Center
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1. Summary Statement: State the major function(s) of the position and its role in the
university. Attach an organizational chart with positions, ranges, and names for the division
which reflects the position in it as well as those supervised in the department. (This section is
used for advertisement of the position.)
The Director, Child and Family Research Center (CFRC), provides leadership and coordination for all
center programs including operation of the learning laboratory that supports the education and training
of students in the College of Education and other units on campus. Additional program
responsibilities include oversight of the Early Head Start program, Campus Child Care Connections
and the Family Care Contract Network. The Director assures compliance with all applicable local,
state and federal regulations including but not limited to the Head Start Performance Standards,
Washoe County & Nevada Regulations for Child Care Facilities, Nevada Department of Education
Private Schools Licensure, and the National Association for the Education of Young Children
Academy for Early Childhood Accreditation. The Director provides direction and oversight in
personnel administration, staff supervision, fiscal administration, facility management and program
administration. The incumbent participates in college decisions and on college and university
committees. The position is a community liaison participating in numerous outreach programs for
children and families. The Director reports to the Dean, College of Education.
2. List the major responsibilities, including percentage of time devoted to each. Provide
enough detail to enable a person outside the department to understand the job (percentage
first with heading and then bulleted information).
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Program Administration
Supervise and evaluate administrative faculty and classified staff members
Develop Center goals and policies, and work with staff to implement programs
Maintain a quality early childhood program that meets the standards of licensing and
accreditation by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and
serves as a model site and consulting Center for community child care programs
Facilitate staff meetings and distribute staff communication
Encourage and support professional development of all staff members
Communicate with parents and work with parent advisory board; facilitate parent involvement
and family functions, facilitate parent-staff communication
Participate in departmental, college and university committees
25% Budget and Facilities Management
 Manage self-supporting and grant funded budget disbursements and income
 Direct the purchasing of equipment and materials
 Supervise the maintenance of the facilities
10% - Fundraising and Research Support
 Seek funding for program development and support through grants and fundraising events at
the Center
 Develop, facilitate and supervise research programs which are conducted at the center
10% - Community Liaison
 Provide early childhood expertise for and act as liaison with community agencies and
programs
 Work with other faculty and students from departments at the University of Nevada, Reno
(UNR) and Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC) who place students at the Center
for observation or teaching experience
Position Description – Director, Child and Family Research Center
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3. Describe the level of freedom to take action and make decisions with or without
supervision and how the results of the work performed impact the department, division and/or
the university as a whole.
Level of Freedom:
The individual provides leadership in the performance of the responsibilities of the position. Makes
decisions to insure the success and credibility of the Center’s work and the reputation of UNR. The
individual works closely with the Dean on decisions associated with the position, but must work
independently, with initiative, and with high latitude in decision-making.
Impact:
The Director not only impacts the quality of instruction for the unit, but also impacts students and
faculty using the Center for research and teaching in the College of Education and departments
including Psychology, Social Work, Education and Speech Pathology. The Director also strongly
influences the quality of child care services offered by the Center to faculty, staff, students, and
community members for their young children and the resultant impact on the children’s education and
well-being. This position is very visible to the public and therefore has a direct impact on the
perception of the university and its reputation.
4. Describe the knowledge, skills (to include cognitive requirement and verbal and written
communication), and abilities (to include task complexity, problem solving, creativity and
innovation) essential to successful performance of this job (in bullet format).
Knowledge of:
 Early childhood, child development and family studies and literature
 Program implementation based on developmentally appropriate practices
 Budget development and fiscal management
 Personnel management
 Research methodology and procedures, including issues of confidentiality, informed consent,
and appropriateness of procedures for children and families
 Student teaching methodologies
 Revenue generation/fund raising techniques
 State and Federal laws and regulations related to the position (i.e., Health Insurance
Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA), Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
(FERPA)
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Strong verbal and written communication
Interpersonal and human relations skills
Decision-making and problem-solving skills
Negotiation techniques
Advising and consulting parents and students
Supervisory skills, including an ability to teach and mentor staff and to achieve results
Ability to:
 Incorporate students into a learning environment to expand and enhance their classroom work
 Communicate effectively with families and support and encourage staff to develop and
maintain a quality early childhood program
 Work with a variety of diverse constituents, i.e., Center staff, faculty, students, parents, and
children
 Maintain confidentiality of information
 Be sensitive to disabilities and cultural and ethnic diversity issues
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5. Describe the type of personal contacts encountered in performing the duties of the job.
Explain the nature and purpose of these contacts: i.e., to provide services, to resolve
problems, to negotiate.
Internal
UNR and TMCC Faculty
Classified staff, student
employees, volunteers
External
Parents and children enrolled in
the program
Community agencies and
programs
Reason for Contact
To encourage student placement and encourage faculty and
student research within the center.
To plan, implement, and evaluate services in the Center
Reason for Contact
To consult with families as well as resolve conflicts and ensure
that services are appropriate.
To collaborate and advocate for program and participants.
6. Indicate the minimum qualifications which are necessary in filling this position should it
become vacant. Please keep in mind the duties/responsibilities of the position rather than the
qualifications of the incumbent.
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Minimum educational level, including appropriate field, if any.
Masters Degree from a regionally accredited institution with emphasis or major in Early
Childhood, Child Development, or related field
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Minimum type and amount of work experience, in addition to the above required
education necessary for a person entering this position.
Bachelors and two years of experience working with programs for young children,
administrative experience, teaching and research at a higher education level
Preferred Licenses or Certifications: None
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Indicate any license or certificate required for this position.
Meet requirements for Director for Licensing and Accreditation
The Center is accredited through the National Association for the Education of Young
Children.