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Head Start Program Management and Fiscal Operations Specialist
Location
Virginia
Posted
110 days ago
Salary
$67.4K - $114.5K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Head Start Program Management and Fiscal Operations Specialist
ICF
• Provide expert guidance across all major Head Start content areas, including: Education, Health and nutrition, Mental health, Dental, Social services, Family and community engagement, Early childhood and comprehensive services. • Utilize OHS systems such as GrantSolutions and the Head Start Enterprise System (HSES) for tracking, documentation, and analysis. • Support the development of custom solutions and specialized workplans tailored to OHS needs and timelines. • Prepare clear summaries, data briefs, and presentations for OHS leadership. • Participate in national and regional OHS meetings as directed. • Provide training and briefings for senior management on issues involving state systems. • Deliver on-site, group, and virtual trainings on governance, program management, fiscal operations, and oversight. • Support strategic planning efforts for state initiatives and early childhood services. • Assist with development of materials and documentation to support policy, strategy, and program implementation.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in early childhood education, public administration, social sciences, public policy, or related field
- 5+ years of experience supporting Head Start/Early Head Start programs or federal early childhood initiatives.
- 2+ years of experience supporting federal program initiatives or high priority national projects.
- 2+ years of experience providing training or technical assistance in early childhood, governance, performance management, or fiscal oversight.
- US government issued security clearance required (will be initiated upon hire)
- Valid driver’s license and ability to pass an MVR check.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
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