Education Budget & Grants Specialist

Dysart Unified School District

Surprise (AZ)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Dysart Unified School District is seeking a Budget Analyst to support the Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Department with budget oversight and fiscal management. The role serves as the primary operational liaison for Medicaid/School-Based Claiming submissions, tracking, and audit compliance.

In this position you will monitor ESS budgets across M&O, capital, grants, and local funds, collaborate with the ESS Director on budget development, and ensure adherence to USFR and grant requirements

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Associate degree in accounting, finance, economics or related field preferred.
Obtain and maintain AZ IVP FPCC clearance.
Three years of experience in school finance.
Proficient in Word, Excel and Google; experience with school finance software preferred.

Responsibilities

Communicates and cooperates with staff to monitor and manage ESS budgets.
Tracks and maintains budget information for Special Education funding (M&O, capital, Medicaid, grants).
Collaborates with the ESS Director on annual budget preparation and FTE allocations.
Analyze expenditures and balances for proper use of funds and compliance.
Ensure compliance with USFR and ADE grant requirements.
Coordinate Special Education funds including budget allocation and requisitions.
Assist with grant applications, amendments, and line-item adjustments.
Maintain confidentiality and professional integrity in all duties.