Head Start Grantee Specialist – Service Area III

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Maryland, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Deliver onsite and virtual consultations to Head Start and Early Head Start recipients, governing bodies, directors, and program managers.

• Offer individualized and group training and technical assistance, both onsite and virtually, focusing on governance, program management, and fiscal operations.

• Assist in rectifying areas of noncompliance and deficiencies identified through the federal monitoring process.

• Create and execute Quality Improvement Plans that address the root causes of noncompliance and deficiencies.

• Enhance program oversight and management in areas highlighted through Regional Office oversight processes.

• Maintain consistent communication with Regional Office staff regarding the delivery of technical assistance and the progress of corrective actions or quality improvements.

• Coordinate technical assistance with Early Childhood, Family Engagement, Health, and System Specialists.

• Develop and conduct presentations and training sessions on program management and fiscal operations.

• Support emerging initiatives and priorities set by the Office of Head Start.

• Travel to regional states, Washington, DC, and other necessary locations.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of a BA or BS Degree from an accredited university or college.

• Over 5 years of experience related to program and/or organizational management and/or fiscal operations within HS/EHS programs, along with the development and implementation of comprehensive management systems.

• At least 1 year of experience aiding recipients in enhancing their effectiveness and the quality of program operations and management systems.

• A minimum of 1 year of experience providing technical assistance that involves working with governing bodies, management teams, and program staff.

• At least 1 year of experience helping organizations to resolve compliance issues.

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in communicating, both verbally and in writing, to diverse audiences.

• At least 1 year of experience with operating computer software systems and possessing technology skills with virtual platforms.

• Must possess a valid driver's license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.

• Fiscal expertise in budgeting, managing multiple funding sources, applicable uniform guidance regulations, Head Start-specific audits, and understanding the fiscal role of the governing body.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer.

• Reasonable accommodations for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs.

• Confidential accommodation support throughout the application and employment process.