Head Start Grantee Specialist- Region III- REMOTE

Grantee SpecialistICF seeks an experienced Grantee Specialist to support the Region III office of Head Start Training and Technical Assistance contract. The specialist will have expertise in Head Start operations, and a strong working knowledge of administration, planning and management systems to provide high quality training and technical assistance (TTA) that improves the capacity of Head Start and Early Head Start programs to meet or exceed the Head Start Performance Standards and applicable Federal regulations.Location: This position is home-based in one of the Region III states (Delaware, Washington, DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia). Travel will be required to fulfill the requirements of the position in any of the regional states, Washington DC and other locations as required.Basic QualificationsA minimum of a BA or BS Degree from an accredited university or college.If the highest degree was awarded more than ten years ago, the resume should specifically detail courses, conferences, seminars attended or relevant work experience.5+ years' experience related to program and/or organizational management and/or fiscal operations with HS/EHS programs and the development and implementation of comprehensive management systems.1+ years' experience supporting recipients to improve their effectiveness and quality of program operations and management systems.1+ years' experience providing technical assistance that includes working with governing bodies, management teams and program staff.1+ years' experience assisting organizations to address compliance issues.1+ years' experience communicating, both orally and in writing, to various audiences.1+ years' experience operating computer software systems and technology skills with virtual platforms.Must have valid driver's license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide on-site, individualized, group, and virtual T/TA to recipients related to governance, program management, and fiscal operations.Correct areas of noncompliance and deficiencies identified through monitoring, including on-site work as required.Develop and implement a Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) addressing root causes of noncompliance and deficiencies.Improve program oversight and management in areas of concern identified through oversight processes.Maintain regular and timely communication with Regional Office staff regarding delivery of TTA and progress toward corrective actions or quality improvement.Coordinate TTA with Early Childhood, Family Engagement, Health, and System Specialists to ensure effective integration of management systems.Develop and provide effective presentations and training in areas related to program management and fiscal operations.Support emerging OHS initiatives and priorities.Preferred SkillsFiscal expertise in areas such as budgeting, multiple funding sources, applicable uniform guidance regulations, Head Start specific audits, and the fiscal role of the governing body.EEO StatementICF is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable accommodations are available. All information provided will be kept confidential.Pay Range$67,355.00 - $114,503.00 (Nationwide Remote Office US99)#J-18808-Ljbffr