Assistant Director - MSU Child Development Laboratory Lansing

Position Summary

Michigan State University actively promotes a dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

The Child Development Laboratory (CDL) serves children and families by providing a play-based and developmentally appropriate curriculum designed to promote the development of the whole child. The CDL is in the department of Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) in the College of Social Sciences, and the Assistant Director of Lansing plays a vital role in ensuring the programming at the site meets the quality standards of NAEYC, Great Start to Readiness, State of Michigan, and HDFS.

The Assistant Director oversees day-to-day operations including finances, fundraising, marketing, operations, human resources, staffing, and compliance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

A Master's degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field and CPR/First Aid certification is required. The candidate must also have demonstrated experience supporting individuals in developing effective planning, organization, time management, and task management, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.