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ICF

Head Start Grantee Specialist – Service Area III

ICF

. Provide onsite and virtual consultation, training, and technical assistance to Head Start and Early Head Start recipients .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $67,355 - $114,503 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in program management and fiscal operations within Head Start and Early Head Start programs, with a strong focus on compliance, quality improvement, and effective communication. Proven ability to provide technical assistance and training to enhance program effectiveness and oversight.

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Program ManagementTechnical AssistanceCompliance IssuesFiscal OperationsQuality Improvement Plans

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Hard Skills
Program ManagementFiscal OperationsQuality Improvement PlansCompliance ManagementTechnical AssistanceBudgetingManagement Systems DevelopmentOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationVirtual Platform Technology
Soft Skills
Training DeliveryConsultationCollaborationCommunication
Tools & Technologies
Computer Software SystemsVirtual Platforms
Certifications & Qualifications
Valid Driver's LicenseMotor Vehicle Records (MVR) Check
Industry Keywords
Head StartEarly Head StartFederal RegulationsPerformance StandardsGoverning BodiesProgram OversightFamily EngagementHealth SpecialistsSystem SpecialistsService Area III

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide onsite and virtual consultation, training, and technical assistance to Head Start and Early Head Start recipients
  • Support recipients, governing bodies, directors, and program managers in meeting or exceeding Head Start Performance Standards and applicable Federal regulations
  • Correct deficiencies and non-compliances identified through the federal monitoring process
  • Develop and implement Quality Improvement Plans addressing root causes of noncompliance and deficiencies
  • Improve program oversight and management through regional office oversight processes
  • Maintain regular and timely communication with Regional Office staff regarding TTA delivery and corrective-action or quality-improvement progress
  • Coordinate TTA with Early Childhood, Family Engagement, Health, and System Specialists
  • Develop and deliver presentations and training on program management and fiscal operations
  • Support emerging Office of Head Start initiatives and priorities
  • Travel onsite for periods ranging from one to several days concurrently, as required

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Minimum of a BA or BS Degree from an accredited university or college
  • 5+ years’ experience related to program and/or organizational management and/or fiscal operations with HS/EHS programs and the development and implementation of comprehensive management systems
  • 1+ years' experience supporting recipients to improve their effectiveness and quality of program operations and management systems
  • 1+ years' experience providing technical assistance involving governing bodies, management teams, and program staff
  • 1+ years' experience assisting organizations to address compliance issues
  • 1+ years' experience communicating orally and in writing to various audiences
  • 1+ years' experience operating computer software systems and technology skills with virtual platforms
  • Valid driver's license
  • Successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
  • Fiscal expertise in budgeting, multiple funding sources, applicable uniform guidance regulations, Head Start-specific audits, and the fiscal role of the governing body preferred
  • Must be based in one of the Service Area III states: Delaware, Washington, DC, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, or West Virginia

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Home-based/remote work arrangement
  • Reasonable accommodations for disability, religious beliefs, disabled veterans, and individuals with disabilities
  • Equal opportunity employer
  • Confidential accommodation support
  • Full-time employment