Federal Programs Specialist
Position Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Classification: Salary
Reports To: Executive Director of Federal Programs
Location: Irving, TX
What to Expect
The Federal Programs Administrator provides independent management of federal and state funded programs for multiple school districts. They work with internal and client staff performing grant management, financial analysis and reporting, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance. This work includes the overall assistance and implementation of compliance to grant guidelines, budget alignment to grant award, and the accounting and reporting responsibilities for grants.
What You’ll Do
- Assists Federal and State funds management and reporting – Title funds, Special ED funds, Children Nutrition Programs and Others.
- Assists Executive Director with the compliance and oversight process and budget development.
- Research publications and Internet sites to remain current on all provisions of the Every Student Succeeds (ESSA) Act.
- Assist Superintendents with budget development utilizing state and federal funds.
- Develop, write, coordinate, and assist with the implementation of Title I programs and instructional curriculum.
- Collect necessary information for the applications and compliance reports.
- Periodic review of budgets to approve and monitor expenditures and programs to ensure compliance with federal requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
- Minimum 2 years working experience in grants field.
- Knowledge regarding Every Student Succeeds Act federal legislation.
- Experience in school fund accounting required.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
- Salary range $45,000 - $60,000
- Medical PPO, HMO, and HSA plans with employer contributions
- Dental and vision plans
- Simple IRA with 3% employer match
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 80 hours of paid time off and paid holidays
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
DSS is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
