District Operations and Grant/Compliance Specialist

Harrisburg Sd 7J • Harrisburg, OR

22h

About The Position

Harrisburg School District is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable professional to provide district-level support in grant writing and management, business office operations, district testing coordination, and special projects. The position calls for someone who can work independently, manage multiple priorities, solve problems, and ensure details are accurate and complete. Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and proofreading skills are important, as is the ability to handle confidential information and meet deadlines. The schedule is part-time, averaging three days per week, with flexible hours; the announcement describes the schedule as 2–3 days per week. A college degree is not required; equivalent experience and demonstrated skills are valued. Salary is $21.00–$31.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, quality, and completeness.
• Strong written and verbal communication, editing, proofreading, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing deadlines, work independently, and follow assignments through to completion.
• Ability to learn and apply new systems, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Professional judgment, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with staff across departments.
• Proficiency with common office applications, spreadsheets, and document management tools.
• A college degree is not required; equivalent experience and demonstrated skills are valued.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or demonstrated ability in bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or related financial functions.
• Experience in grant writing, grant administration, or compliance documentation.
• Experience in a school district, public agency, nonprofit organization, or business office.
• Well-versed in FERPA and other related laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review, proofread, and edit complex district documents, reports, applications, policies, and procedures for accuracy, consistency, formatting, grammar, and completeness.
• Research information, organize data, and prepare reports and materials for administrative review.
• Provide business office support, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll documentation, financial record review, reconciliation, and maintenance of accurate financial records.
• Process and submit Medicaid claims accurately and on time while ensuring compliance with billing guidelines, payer requirements, and applicable privacy regulations.
• Coordinate assessment schedules, logistics, staff communications, procedures, and required documentation.
• Research grant opportunities and assist with preparing, writing, editing, and submitting grant applications.
• Manage reporting timelines and provide documentation to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive financial, student, employee, and district information.
• Perform additional special projects and duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-paid insurance contributions to assist with health, dental, and vision premiums.
• Employer-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance policies.
• Two days of personal leave.
• Ten days of sick leave.
• Seven paid holidays.
• Employer contributions to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).
• Applicable benefits will be prorated for the remainder of the school year based on the employee’s scheduled full-time equivalent (FTE).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed