Head Start Grantee Specialist- Region XI- REMOTE

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Hiring Remotely in United States of America
Remote
64K-108K Annually
Senior level
Consulting
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The Role
The Head Start Grantee Specialist will provide training and technical assistance to improve the capacity of AIAN Head Start programs. Responsibilities include compliance support, program management oversight, and development of quality improvement plans, as well as regular communication with regional office staff.
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ICF seeks a Head Start American Indian and Alaska Native Region (AIAN) Grantee Specialist to provide high quality training and technical assistance that improves the capacity of AIAN Head Start and Early Head Start programs to meet or exceed the national Head Start Program Performance Standards. The Grantee Specialist will work with programs to build capacity in regards to the Head Start systems including fiscal, health, facilities/transportation, and planning as well as to provide technical assistance in meeting and maintaining compliance of federal regulations.

The AIAN Grantee Specialist will work with grantees in understanding all Head Start Regulations. A thorough knowledge of the Head Start Program Performance Standards and experience with AIAN culture is required. The Grantee Specialist will deliver training and technical assistance and consultation with directors, staff and parents and will use reliable data collection systems to track measurable outcomes for children and programs.

This position is home-based in the U.S. and will involve extensive travel up to 50% of the time to programs across the United States where the candidate is assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide on-site, group, and virtual T/TA to grantees related to governance, program management, and fiscal operations, including supporting grantees in the following areas:
  • Correction of areas of noncompliance and deficiencies identified through the federal monitoring process. This may require on-site work for periods of time ranging from one day to several weeks.
  • Development and implementation of a Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) that addresses root causes of the areas of noncompliance and deficiencies for grantees, as directed by the regional office.
  • Improvement of program oversight and management in areas of concern identified through the Regional Office oversight processes.
  • Maintain regular and timely communication with the appropriate Regional Office staff on 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 TTA that supports improvements to education, family services, and health services, as directed by the Regional Office.
  • Develop and provide effective presentations and training in areas related to program governance, program management and fiscal operations.
  • Support emerging OHS initiatives and priorities.


Basic Qualifications:

  • A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
  • 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+ year experience supporting grantees to improve the effectiveness and quality of program operations and management systems.
  • 1+ year experience providing technical assistance that includes working with governing bodies, management teams and program staff.
  • 1+ year experience assisting organizations to address compliance issues.
  • 1+ year experience communicating, both orally and in writing, to various audiences.
  • 1+ year experience facilitating group discussions and presenting to a range of audiences.
  • 1+ year experience analyzing data and assisting programs to make data driven decisions.
  • Must have valid driver's license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.


Preferred Skills/Experience:

  • Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Experience in a leadership position within a Head Start program or other early learning program (Executive Director, Assistant Director, Program Director, Chief Finance Officer). 
  • Knowledge and experience performing fiscal management preferred. 
  • Working knowledge of and experience with web-based instructional applications. 
  • American Indian and Alaska Native Tribal experience.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more here: Requesting an Accommodation for the ICF interview process.

Read more about workplace discrimination rights, the Pay Transparency Statement, or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

 

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$63,511.00 - $107,968.00

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The Company
HQ: Reston, VA
9,000 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 1969

What We Do

ICF is a global advisory and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees in industries across the public and private sectors. For over 50 years, we’ve been helping clients take on some of the world’s most complex challenges to produce exceptional results. Our work is the catalyst to help shape the future for all.

Beyond our purpose-driven work, we invest in our employees and their experience with us. We have numerous options for healthcare and many additional benefits, including immediate access to 401k retirement matching and pet insurance. Our Employee Community Networks help members find support, belonging, and growth by enhancing internal networks and professional development. We offer paid volunteer time and match your donations. As learning is a never-ending journey, we offer tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, communities of practice to contribute to and grow from, and memberships to LinkedIn Learning and Coursera. We aim to consider every aspect of how to invest in people so they can belong, grow, and thrive with us.

Why Work With Us

At ICF, we are a purpose-driven company with a strong culture and underlying values that prize diversity, opportunity, equality, and respect. We are not all the same. And that has always been our greatest strength. We are at our best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do th

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