Grant Specialist

Rock Hill School District•Rock Hill, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The job of the Grant Specialist is done for the purpose/s of performing a variety of instructional and financial activities and/or projects related to all departments of the district including but not limited to supporting grant projects; completing site visits; monitor state and federal procedures for compliance; and recording, updating, and reconciling fiscal information.

Requirements

Working knowledge of current generation office software and grant databases.
Preparing and maintaining accurate records, using and/or teaching pertinent software applications.
Schedule activities, meetings, and/or events.
Routinely gather, collate, and/or classify data.
Consider a variety of factors when using equipment.
Work with others in a wide variety of circumstances.
Analyze data utilizing defined but different processes.
Operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods.
Work with a wide diversity of individuals.
Work with a variety of data.
Utilize a variety of types of job-related equipment.
Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines.
Problem solving with equipment is moderate.
Being attentive to detail.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Communicating with people with diverse technical knowledge and skills.
Maintaining confidentiality.
Working with frequent interruptions.
Work under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods.
Leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others.
Tracking budget expenditures.
Utilize some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job’s functions.
Meet both state and district deadlines for reporting.
Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License or ability to provide own transportation.
May be required to travel to school district buildings and professional meetings.
Prior to beginning employment, negative tb test results must be provided.
Work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force
Work regularly requires exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment
Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work
Ability to move to other work locations
Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications
Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, and the use of advanced technology
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress
Must be on-call as a regular part of the job
Applicants must submit official transcripts, three professional references with at least one supervisory reference and a copy of the appropriate credentials as part of the application process.
As a condition of employment and prior to onboarding, the district will conduct a criminal history background check.
As part of the pre-employment process, candidates will be required to submit TB test results and complete designated employment tasks.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in education, Education Specialist, or Doctorate Degree.
Job-related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required.

Responsibilities

Assists the Director of Federal and State Programs, district administration, and Title I school personnel with developing budget plans.
Continuously assesses all grant programing needs.
Inputs grant data, budgets and related documents into required platforms.
Completes monthly site visits of grant projects and activities to ensure compliance.
Coordinates the training of parent and family liaisons for the purpose of establishing a strong, viable program that empowers family members to be partners with their children’s schools and advocates for their children.
Completes program evaluation and reviews the data with district and school staff members
Develops and implement family engagement professional learning opportunities so school and district staff have the tools to make all Title I families feel welcomed and want to remain engaged in their child’s educational career
Serves as liaison with community agencies
Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the Title I Program
Participate in meetings, workshops, and seminars (e.g. staff meetings, in-services, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
Performs all other duties and responsibilities assigned.