Grants & Budget Manager, Academic Support Programs

Washington Elementary School District No. 6; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Elementary School District 6 Academic Support Programs in Glendale, AZ is seeking a Budget and Grants Manager to oversee budgeting, grant management, and purchasing for multiple programs. The role reports to the Director of Academic Support Programs and requires experience in finance, grants, and district procedures.

The position is full-time, exempt, and involves coordinating with HR, payroll, finance, and vendors to ensure compliance with district and state guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) required.
• Two years of finance, accounting, or related experience.
• Two years of grant writing and/or grant management experience.

Responsibilities

• Forecast, plan, and manage the Academic Support Program Department budget.
• Review and monitor weekly program budget expenditures and ensure proper allocation.
• Coordinate with HR, payroll, and accounts payable for expenditures and reporting.
• Assist with grant submissions, budget revisions, and ADEConnect system entries.
• Prepare deposit summaries and invoices; manage program purchasing and vendor quotes.

Skills

Excel proficiency

General accounting

Budget software

Grant guidelines understanding

Grant writing techniques

Payroll understanding

Communication skills

Self-starter

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Washington Elementary School District 6 Academic Support Programs in Glendale, AZ is seeking a Budget and Grants Manager to oversee budgeting, grant management, and purchasing for multiple programs. The role reports to the Director of Academic Support Programs and requires experience in finance, grants, and district procedures.

The position is full-time, exempt, and involves coordinating with HR, payroll, finance, and vendors to ensure compliance with district and state guidelines.