District Operations and Grant​/Compliance Specialist

HARRISBURG SD 7J District Position
- Harrisburg, Oregon Open in Google Maps

Job : 5963196

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 16, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

EMPLOYMENT ANNOUNCEMENT

Harrisburg is located in the Mid-Willamette Valley between Eugene and Corvallis.

POSITION: District Operations and Grant/Compliance Specialist POSTING DATE: October 16, 2026

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled STARTING DATE: Upon hire

SALARY: $21.00 - $31.00 hourly

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-Time
- Confidential (2-3 days per week, with flexible hours)

JOB SUMMARY: Harrisburg School District is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable professional to provide district-level support in grant writing and management, business office operations, district testing coordination, and special projects. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, managing multiple priorities, solving problems, and ensuring that important details are accurate and complete. The successful candidate will bring strong organizational, analytical, communication, and proofreading skills, along with the ability to handle confidential information and meet established deadlines.

The position offers a flexible, part-time schedule averaging three days per week. The district is looking for someone who takes initiative and is comfortable supporting a variety of district departments and projects as needs arise.

A college degree is not required. Equivalent experience and demonstrated skills will be valued.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, proofread, and edit complex district documents, reports, applications, policies, and procedures for accuracy, consistency, formatting, grammar, and completeness.
• Research information, organize data, and prepare reports and materials for administrative review.
• Provide business office support, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll documentation, financial record review, reconciliation, and maintenance of accurate financial records.
• Process and submit Medicaid claims accurately and timely, ensuring compliance with billing guidelines, payer requirements, and applicable privacy regulations.
• Coordinate assessment schedules, logistics, staff communications, procedures, and required documentation.
• Research grant opportunities and assist with preparing, writing, editing, and submitting grant applications.
• Manage reporting timelines and provide documentation to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy.
• Handle sensitive financial, student, employee, and district information.
• Well-versed in FERPA and other related laws and regulations.
• Perform additional special projects and duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications and Skills

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, quality, and completeness.
• Strong written and verbal communication, editing, proofreading, and organizational skills.
• Experience or demonstrated ability in bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or related financial functions is highly desirable.
• Experience in grant writing, grant administration, or compliance documentation is preferred.
• Proficiency with common office applications, spreadsheets, and document management tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing deadlines, work independently, and follow assignments through to completion.
• Ability to learn and apply new systems, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Professional judgment, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with staff across departments.
• Experience in a school district, public agency, nonprofit organization, or business office is beneficial.

BENEFITS:
Employer-paid insurance contributions to assist with health, dental, and vision premiums; employer-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance policies; two (2) days of personal leave; ten (10) days of sick leave; seven (7) paid holidays; and employer contributions to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Applicable benefits will be prorated for the remainder of the school year based on the employee’s scheduled full-time equivalent (FTE).

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