Grantee Specialist - Please apply if you live in CA, AZ, or NV

Remote position supporting the Head Start Training and Technical Assistance (TTA) team in Region 9 (AZ, CA, NV) with up to 50% travel as assigned.

About the role

The Grantee Specialist provides intensive on-site, group, and virtual training and technical assistance to grant recipients based on Regional or Area Office assignments. This role focuses on supporting recipients with program and management compliance findings identified through the federal monitoring process.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site, group, and virtual TTA to grant recipients related to governance, program management, and fiscal operations, including:
  • Correcting areas of noncompliance and deficiencies identified through the federal monitoring process.
  • Developing and implementing corrective action plans that address root causes of noncompliance and deficiencies.
  • Supporting effective program management in areas of concern identified through oversight processes.
• Coordinate TTA with Early Childhood, Health, and Family Engagement Specialists to integrate management systems related to education, family services, and health services.
• Support grant recipients in developing procedures and skills to aggregate, analyze, and use data from multiple sources.
• Develop and deliver effective presentations and training on program management and fiscal operations.
• Maintain regular communication with Regional or Area Office staff regarding TTA delivery and progress toward corrective actions or quality improvements.
• Provide resources to support the corrective action (QIP) process for assigned recipients.
• Enter action steps and progress data into required OHS reporting systems such as SmartHub and the Head Start Enterprise System.
• Participate in national, regional, and state workgroups and meetings as directed by OHS and the GS Manager.
• Support emerging OHS initiatives and priorities.

Requirements

• Familiarity with the Improving School Readiness for Head Start Act of 2007, Head Start and Early Head Start Programs, OHS Monitoring Protocols, and Head Start Program Performance Standards.
• Understanding of the corrective action/Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) process.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Experience providing training and technical consulting to audiences with varying skill levels.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize and manage workload and deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to work on-site with Head Start/Early Head Start programs for extended periods.
• Risk management skills, including identification, analysis, and mitigation.
• Valid driver’s license and access to transportation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in program and/or organizational management and/or fiscal operations with Head Start/Early Head Start programs.
• Demonstrated experience supporting grant recipients to improve program operations and management systems.
• Experience providing technical assistance to governing bodies, management teams, and program staff.
• Experience assisting organizations in addressing compliance issues.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt to different audiences.
• Experience facilitating group discussions and presenting in various formats, including virtual.
• Expertise in fiscal areas, including budgeting, multiple funding sources, uniform guidance regulations, Head Start-specific audits, and the fiscal role of governing bodies.
• Experience analyzing data and assisting programs in making data-driven decisions.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and webinar/audio conferencing technology.
• Familiarity with Smart Sheets is preferred.
• Minimum of a BA or BS degree from an accredited university or college.
• Legal eligibility to work in the United States.

Working Conditions

• Ability to sit at a computer for long periods.
• Frequent use of office technology such as computers and telephones.
• Travel up to 50% as assigned.
• Extended periods of standing during training events.
• Cyclical, deadline-driven workflow.

Pay

Starting at $90,000 per year.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401k with company match.
• Generous PTO policy.