Grant Program Specialist

Position Summary
The Grant Programs Specialist is responsible for overseeing and managing all District Federal and State grants and programs.
Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to the following:

• Develop, submit, coordinate, monitor and assess implementation of state and

federally funded programs, and assure compliance of all state and federal (ESSA) requirements.

• Coordinate the development of Integrated Action Plans (IAPs) and aligned grant budgets in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Prepare, maintain and submit required program reports, budgets, surveys,needs assessments, evaluations and monitoring reports for all state and federal programs.
• Consult with all Private Schools serving students from Osborn to coordinate and monitor the provision of equitable services in compliance with state and federal guidelines
• Coordinate technical assistance to sites for grant writing, submissions and implementation of grants received.
• Develop and monitor schools and district budgets funded from state, federal, profit and non-profit entities.
• Comply with and support requirements of the ADE audit process.
• Maintain communication and collaborate with district administrators and Arizona State Department of Education regarding district improvement.
• Compile and maintain written records and reports related to all federal projects and disseminate such information to appropriate agencies, institutions and constituencies.
• Develop, implement, and monitor procedures to ensure timely submission of applications, amendments, reports, census data and evaluations required for Federal and State Projects
• Represent the District at State meetings related to Federal and State Programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications -
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• Extensive budget development/fiscal management experience.
• Experience with district and school improvement requirements and processes.
• Strong organizational skills that are detail-oriented
• Strong communication skills, verbally and in writing
• Strong project management skills

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• Three years successful experience administering Federal programs and/or grants in a governmental or non-profit organization or its equivalent preferred