Federal Program Support Specialist/Educational Specialist B
Company: MASS
Location: Malden
Posted on: August 6, 2022
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Job Description:
Position: Federal Program Support Specialist/Educational
Specialist B The Office of Federal Grant Programs is seeking an
individual to support a robust portfolio of work aimed at
supporting school districts in their efforts to enhance their use
of fiscal resources to nurture and cultivate academic excellence,
cultural competence, sociopolitical consciousness, and emotional
intelligence. As a member of the Federal Grants Office, the Federal
Grants Specialist will be a part of a team of people responsible
for overseeing and administering the implementation of all Federal
Entitlement grant programs (Titles IA, IIA, IIIA, and IVA under the
Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), the Carl D. Perkins
grant programs, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
(IDEA) programs, and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic
security Act (CARES), the Coronavirus Response and Relief
Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSA), and the American Rescue
Plan Act (ARP) Federal Coronavirus Relief Programs), and has a core
responsibility for a caseload of districts. The Federal Grant
Specialist will work closely with those districts to facilitate
their access to federal funds, and to support them in using the
funds to implement proven initiatives that help close persistent
achievement gaps in our schools. This is a temporary state position
funded through American Rescue Plan Elementary & Secondary
Emergency Relief (ARP ESSER) Fund grant. The funding for this grant
is currently set to expire on or before September 30, 2024. This
temporary position will expire upon the occurrence of one of the
following: the completion of the assigned project, the expiration
of the funding source, if impacted by the bumping process , or on
or before September 30, 2024, whichever situation occurs first. The
applicant shall not be entitled to bumping or recall rights under
the collective bargaining agreement, but that the applicant may be
impacted by the bumping process identified in the SEIU collective
bargaining agreement. The Department of Elementary and Secondary
Education (DESE) is committed to cultivating a climate of safety
and trust throughout the agency, built on diversity, equity, and
inclusion. The Federal Grants Program Office sits within DESE's
Resource Allocation Strategy and Planning Office. Key
Responsibilities: This individual will: assist in the review,
approval, and monitoring of federal entitlement grant applications
and amendments; build relationships with a cohort of districts to
assist them in their implementation of various programs;
participate in federal and state data collection and reporting
activities related to all entitlement federal grants; support the
provision of information and assistance to district administrators
regarding federal grants and program matters; prepare and present
workshops on federal grant program matters for district staff;
serve as a point of contact for school district staff, department
staff, and stakeholder groups concerning federal grants and
programmatic matters; collaborate with other department staff in
the development of efficient grant-making protocols and procedures;
assist in the preparation of reports and information as required by
United States Department of Education regulations; develop
technical assistance materials utilizing different media forms; and
perform other duties as required. Based on assignment, travel
throughout the Commonwealth is required. Desired Knowledge, Skills,
and Experience: Below are characteristics we will look for in the
selection process. We recognize that the depth of each individually
and the balance of all of them collectively may vary from candidate
to candidate and, as such, we encourage applications from
individuals with a range of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
Familiarity with federal laws regarding federal entitlement grants
The ability to serve as an advocate for fairness, as a source of
support and information, and as a neutral liaison between
conflicting parties; Superior project management skills. A
successful candidate will be able to manage multiple, shifting
priorities in a high-demand, fast-paced environment; Excellent
written and oral communication skills, including public speaking
ability; Strong ability to comprehend, analyze, and communicate
complex information; Strategic initiative; especially in
problem-solving and anticipating challenges; Creativity,
thoroughness, attention to detail, and a willingness and ability to
work on a team This position is based at the Department of
Elementary and Secondary Education in Malden. Staff are currently
operating within a hybrid model, telecommuting up to three days per
week. Please include a cover letter and resume with your online
submission. Questions regarding this posting or the application
process should be referred to Maureen O'Brien @
Maureen.T.O'Brien@mass.govQualifications: First consideration will
be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have a Bachelor's
degree and at least three years of full-time, or equivalent
part-time, professional educational experience in a specific or
related content area, educational program/or service; a Master's
degree or higher in a specific or related educational content area
may be substituted for two years of the required experience30
semester hours equals one year of experience for substitution
purposes. Education toward a degree in a specific or related
educational content area will be prorated on the basis of the
proportion of the requirements actually completed. Special
Requirements: Based on assignment, possession of a current and
valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License or the
equivalent from another state may be required. Executive Order
#595: As a condition of employment, successful applicants will be
required to have received COVID-19 vaccination or an approved
exemption as of their start date. Details relating to demonstrating
compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants
selected for employment. Applicants who receive an offer of
employment who can provide documentation that the vaccine is
medically contraindicated or who object to vaccination due to a
sincerely held religious belief may make a request for exemption.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females,
minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly
encouraged to apply
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