Federal Programs Specialist

Federal Programs Specialist

Madison City Schools (AL) Central Office - Madison, Alabama

• Job
• Final date to receive applications:
  Posted until filled
• Posted:
  Jun 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date:
  To Be Determined

Supports federal programs and initiatives to promote student learning and success. Assists with designing and coordinating structured, organized, systematic processes in collaboration with teachers, parents, school staff, school administration, and stakeholders for continuous improvement and high-quality educational experiences.

Supports administration, implementation, and compliance monitoring of the state and federal programs grants. Maintains relationships with external grant managers and program officers of funding bodies. Compiles financial and non-financial data for the preparation of internal reports, compliance reports, and grant or federal programs expenditures.

Assists with the development of creative and innovative program initiatives, grant proposals, continuous improvement plans, and action plans.

• Master's degree preferred from an accredited college or university
• Alabama State Department of Education Administrative Certificate preferred
• At least three years successful teaching experience required
• Experience in working with federal programs preferred
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

• Knowledge of Federal laws, policies, procedures, and practices as they relate to public education.
• Basic knowledge of governmental and school system budgeting procedures.
• Basic knowledge of grants and grant administration systems, processes, and budgeting.
• Knowledge of the laws, policies, procedures, and practices as they relate to the "Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015".
• Knowledge of board policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of curriculum development, effective classroom practices, and staff development principles.
• Knowledge and expertise in scientifically-based strategies and instruction.
• Ability to compile technical and statistical information, to prepare reports and correspondence; interpret federal, state, and local government laws and regulations regarding grant contracts; review the work products of others to ensure conformance to standards; operate a variety of office equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate effective leadership skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively (either verbally or in writing).
• Ability to use effective public relations skills necessary for the successful implementation of the programs, and maintenance of the productive relationships among colleagues.
• Knowledge of board and state department policies and procedures for the administration of all assessments.
• Ability to exercise objective professional judgement

• Monitor the effectiveness of appropriate compliance and fiscal controls for program development and grants.
• Support coordination of the federal programs activities with all instructional programs, grants, and state initiatives to enhance academic achievement at all grade levels.
• Work with Federal Programs Coordinator to prepare, monitor, report, and evaluate federal programs budgets, program applications, and inventories in accordance with state and local regulations.
• Collaborate with the district team to write and submit grant applications on behalf of the school system.
• Research grant opportunities.
• Comply with grant administration policies and procedures in accordance with state, local, and federal regulations.
• Assist in performing various general grant and federal programs administration functions such as budget amendments, plan change, etc.
• Deliver training and/or orientation as needed.
• Work with Federal Programs Coordinator, teachers, parents, district instructional staff, principals, and administration in monitoring goals, progress, and compliance of program development to ensure positive performance and successful implementation.
• Ensure overall performance activities and related documentation and reporting are in compliance with program guidance, grant requirements, and SDE policies and procedures.
• Deliver resources,…