E-Rate Technician

Position Type:
Support Staff

Date Posted:
8/12/2025

Location:

SERRC - Juneau or Anchorage

Date Available:

ASAP

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

District:
Southeast Regional Resource Center - SERRC

3–5 years of experience in grant writing, program coordination, or education administration, with a focus on federal and state grants (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

Demonstrated ability to manage complex federal/state processes from application to award.

Hands-on experience with governmental rules, regulations, and compliance requirements.

Proven skill in developing RFPs, evaluating vendor bids, and ensuring competitive procurement compliance.

Experience creating and managing budgets for multi-site projects.

Strong organizational skills, with the ability to track and maintain documentation for audit readiness.

Proficiency with government data portals or similar federal grant management systems.

Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Problem-solving mindset with adaptability to regulatory changes and evolving program requirements.

Willingness to learn and follow multi-step processes with tight deadlines and clearly defined parameters.

Experience with Title grants, IDEA, Carl Perkins, and Quality School funding is highly desirable.

Alaskan experience preferred.

Applicants must be eligible to work for ANY employer in the US at the time of hire. We are unable to sponsor to take over sponsorship of employment at this time.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Public Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

Minimum 2 years of experience in E-Rate program administration or related grants management.

Familiarity with federal compliance programs and competitive procurement practices.

Stay current with USAC/FCC regulations and advise client districts on funding opportunities.

Work with district staff to develop strategies, timelines, and project plans to meet Category 1 and Category 2 E-Rate goals.

Create and manage school district or public library consortia for cost-effective service procurement.

Prepare, submit, and certify all FCC Forms (470, 471, 472, 486, 500).

Develop bid matrices and cost analyses to guide vendor selection.

Negotiate contracts to secure the most cost-effective solutions for districts.

Ensure full compliance with competitive bidding regulations.

Maintain and update all EPC portal information for each district.

Respond promptly to PIA inquiries and Program Quality Assurance reviews.

Prepare and submit the annual State BAG application, year-end reports, and supporting documentation.

Support districts during on-site USAC audits.

Maintain complete records for all procedural, planning, and compliance requirements.

Attend relevant state, USAC, and FCC conferences as approved.

Travel to district sites as needed.

Other duties as assigned

Position Title
E-Rate Technician

We are seeking an individual with a proven track record of successfully managing complex funding or compliance processes, preferably in E-Rate or similar grant programs. If you have experience navigating regulations, coordinating multiple stakeholders, and delivering accurate results on tight deadlines, you may be a great fit. We are willing to train the right candidate for this role. This position offers the potential to advance to a Coordinator role at a higher rate of pay upon successful performance evaluation.

Position Description
Reporting to the Executive Director and the Leadership Team, the E-Rate Technician supports SERRC and client school districts in securing federal E-Rate funding by coordinating, preparing, and submitting accurate and timely applications. This role ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations while maximizing funding opportunities for schools and libraries.

Reports to
Executive Director

Minimum Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in grant writing, program coordination, or education administration, with a focus on federal and state grants (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex federal/state processes from application to award.
• Hands-on experience with…