Federal Grant Manager

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD is seeking a knowledgeable Grants and Federal Programs Administrator to oversee Title II/IV funding, budgeting, and compliance. You will train campus staff on processes, monitor documentation, and ensure adherence to EDGAR and district policies.

Responsibilities include creating grant spreadsheets, managing salary data, coordinating translations, and collaborating with finance and purchasing to meet federal mandates. Strong integrity and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of successful full-time work-related experience or equivalent, with federal funds within a school district preferred.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations to include, including Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), compliance guidelines as well as District policies & procedures preferred.
• Proven ability to determine the proper use of funds as per funding regulations.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft and Google products
• Demonstrated proficiency in general office management and procedures;
• Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills; must have a high level of integrity regarding department records;
• Ability to work as a member of a team to aid department staff, supervisors, team members, school/department personnel, and the public in a fast-paced environment and meet established deadlines;

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Federal Programs and Grants in training campus, department, and private non-profit contacts on processes, purchasing, monitoring, record keeping, and required documentation (Title II and Title IV; Title I as needed);
• Review and approval of supporting documentation of purchase requests for accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and district guidelines . (Title II and Title IV; Title I as needed);
• Create and maintain grant budget spreadsheets for all district and private non-profit programs utilizing Title II orTitle IV funding;
• Gather and maintain documentation for grant-funded staff; including but not limited to salary information (Title II and Title IV) and semi-annual certifications and signed job descriptions. (Title I, Title II, and Title IV);
• Create and review the Title I Crate for all campuses and departments to ensure all federal, state, and district guidelines are met and provide support to campuses/programs to meet requirements;
• Coordinate the Spanish translation of District and Campus Improvement Plans;
• Collaborate with the finance and purchasing departments to meet grant fiscal and program mandates; and ensure compliance with federal procurement requirements;
• Facilitate communication between campuses, district departments, and the Director of Federal Programs to resolve questions related to federal guidelines;
• Keep apprised of and comply with state, federal, and district regulations (Title I, Title II, and Title IV);
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.;
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Office administration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

• Minimum of two (2) years of successful full-time work-related experience or equivalent, with federal funds within a school district preferred;
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations to include, including Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), compliance guidelines as well as District policies & procedures preferred.
• Proven ability to determine the proper use of funds as per funding regulations.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft and Google products
• Demonstrated proficiency in general office management and procedures;
• Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills; must have a high level of integrity regarding department records;
• Ability to work as a member of a team to aid department staff, supervisors, team members, school/department personnel, and the public in a fast-paced environment and meet established deadlines;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required;
• Minimum of two (2) years of successful full-time work-related experience or equivalent, with federal funds within a school district preferred;
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations to include, including Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), compliance guidelines as well as District policies & procedures preferred.
• Proven ability to determine the proper use of funds as per funding regulations.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft and Google products
• Demonstrated proficiency in general office management and procedures;
• Possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills; must have a high level of integrity regarding department records;
• Ability to work as a member of a team to aid department staff, supervisors, team members, school/department personnel, and the public in a fast-paced environment and meet established deadlines;

Terms Of Employment

Annual Contract 230 days

Salary

$55,391 (BA-3)

Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the school year

Essential Functions

• Assist the Director of Federal Programs and Grants in training campus, department, and private non-profit contacts on processes, purchasing, monitoring, record keeping, and required documentation (Title II and Title IV; Title I as needed);
• Review and approval of supporting documentation of purchase requests for accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and district guidelines . (Title II and Title IV; Title I as needed);
• Create and maintain grant budget spreadsheets for all district and private non-profit programs utilizing Title II or Title IV funding;
• Gather and maintain documentation for grant-funded staff; including but not limited to salary information (Title II and Title IV) and semi-annual certifications and signed job descriptions. (Title I, Title II, and Title IV);
• Create and review the Title I Crate for all campuses and departments to ensure all federal, state, and district guidelines are met and provide support to campuses/programs to meet requirements;
• Coordinate the Spanish translation of District and Campus Improvement Plans;
• Collaborate with the finance and purchasing departments to meet grant fiscal and program mandates; and ensure compliance with federal procurement requirements;
• Facilitate communication between campuses, district departments, and the Director of Federal Programs to resolve questions related to federal guidelines;
• Keep apprised of and comply with state, federal, and district regulations (Title I, Title II, and Title IV);
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

Deadline To Apply

Until filled