Specialist II – Grants

Specialist II Grants

Plans, organizes, and coordinates the development, implementation, and monitoring of all federally funded campus projects to support the district's educational goals and strategies. Supports complex projects at approximately 45 Title I campuses, private schools, and outreach organizations. Supports the communication of grant guidelines, program policies, district policies and procedures; maintains organizational and managerial accountability structures, and guides and coordinates the implementation of Title I, II, III and other related programs.

Collaborates with school leadership and administrative staff and assists eligible campuses and departments in understanding grant requirements, and preparing their campus/department funding plans; maintains appropriate documentation, and ensures adherence to federal, state, and local policies and procedures.

• Grant Management
• Grant Development
• Personal Work Relationships

Knowledge of federal and state laws regarding education and students to ensure compliance. Knowledge of applicable district policies and procedures. Knowledge of the grant writing process and financial recordkeeping procedures. Knowledge of business English, spelling, general vocabulary, and arithmetic. Knowledge of records administration and maintenance techniques and procedures. Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.

Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations with accuracy. Skill at the intermediate level, working with Microsoft Office 365, especially Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word. Skill in communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. Skill in researching and writing, with a strong knowledge of business correspondence formatting, including language, grammar, and punctuation. Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.

Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations. Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, files, and reports. Ability to use software to access databases, email, create spreadsheets, and do word processing. Ability to organize and coordinate work. Ability to communicate effectively, in both oral and written forms. Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals. Posture:
Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Motion:
Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching. Lifting:
Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 35 pounds). Environment:
Works in an office setting; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours. Attendance:
Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Mental Demands:
Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

Education:

Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university required;
Master's degree from accredited college or university preferred. Certification/License:
None.

Experience:

2-4 years' related experience in one or more of the following areas:
Grant and/or proposal writing, managing grant-funded projects, monitoring compliance for grants and projects, or other grant-related involvement;
Experience in accounting, budgeting, project planning and management, training, or researching supplemental funding. Approved combinations:
Education Experience Bachelor's degree 4 years Master's degree 2 years This is a grant-funded position and is contingent on availability of funds. This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.