ICF
Head Start Grantee Specialist- Region VIII
ICF, Bismarck, North Dakota, us, 58502
ICF Head Start Grantee Specialist - Region VIII
ICF seeks an experienced Grantee Specialist to support the Region VIII 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. The Grantee Specialist will provide onsite and virtual consultation to recipients, governing bodies, directors and program managers to correct deficiencies and non-compliances identified through the national monitoring system and provide planning and management technical assistance to support continuous quality improvement.This position is home-based in one of the Region VIII states (Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, South Dakota, North Dakota, Montana). Travel will be required to fulfill the requirements of the position in any of the regional states, Washington DC, and other locations as required.Key Responsibilities:Provide 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 the federal monitoring process.Develop and implement a Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) that addresses root causes of the areas of noncompliance.Improve program oversight and management in areas of concern identified through the Regional Office oversight processes.Maintain regular communication with the appropriate Regional Office staff on delivery of TTA and progress toward corrective actions.Coordinate TTA with specialists to ensure effective integration of management systems TTA.Develop and provide effective presentations and training in program management and fiscal operations.Support emerging OHS initiatives and priorities.Basic Qualifications:A minimum of a BA or BS Degree from an accredited university or college.5+ years’ experience related to program and/or organizational management and/or fiscal operations with HS/EHS programs.1+ years' experience supporting recipients to improve their effectiveness and quality of program operations.1+ years' experience providing technical assistance that includes working with governing bodies, management teams, and program staff.1+ years' experience addressing compliance issues.1+ years' experience communicating to various audiences.1+ years' experience with computer software systems and virtual platforms.Must have valid driver's license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.Preferred Qualifications:Head Start expertise in Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance (ERSEA).Experience analyzing data and assisting recipients to make data-informed decisions.Fiscal expertise in budgeting and applicable uniform guidance regulations.Working at ICF:ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic.Reasonable Accommodations are available for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com.Pay Range:
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
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ICF seeks an experienced Grantee Specialist to support the Region VIII 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. The Grantee Specialist will provide onsite and virtual consultation to recipients, governing bodies, directors and program managers to correct deficiencies and non-compliances identified through the national monitoring system and provide planning and management technical assistance to support continuous quality improvement.This position is home-based in one of the Region VIII states (Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, South Dakota, North Dakota, Montana). Travel will be required to fulfill the requirements of the position in any of the regional states, Washington DC, and other locations as required.Key Responsibilities:Provide 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 the federal monitoring process.Develop and implement a Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) that addresses root causes of the areas of noncompliance.Improve program oversight and management in areas of concern identified through the Regional Office oversight processes.Maintain regular communication with the appropriate Regional Office staff on delivery of TTA and progress toward corrective actions.Coordinate TTA with specialists to ensure effective integration of management systems TTA.Develop and provide effective presentations and training in program management and fiscal operations.Support emerging OHS initiatives and priorities.Basic Qualifications:A minimum of a BA or BS Degree from an accredited university or college.5+ years’ experience related to program and/or organizational management and/or fiscal operations with HS/EHS programs.1+ years' experience supporting recipients to improve their effectiveness and quality of program operations.1+ years' experience providing technical assistance that includes working with governing bodies, management teams, and program staff.1+ years' experience addressing compliance issues.1+ years' experience communicating to various audiences.1+ years' experience with computer software systems and virtual platforms.Must have valid driver's license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.Preferred Qualifications:Head Start expertise in Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection, Enrollment, and Attendance (ERSEA).Experience analyzing data and assisting recipients to make data-informed decisions.Fiscal expertise in budgeting and applicable uniform guidance regulations.Working at ICF:ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic.Reasonable Accommodations are available for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com.Pay Range:
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
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