Head Start Grant & Program Planning Lead

Opportunities for Otsego; Town of Oneonta (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

Paid vacation and sick time

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Opportunities for Otsego is seeking a detail-oriented Head Start Planning Specialist to manage complex projects and support children and families in Oneonta, NY. This role involves overseeing grant proposals, leading assessments, and ensuring compliance with program standards.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree, two years of relevant experience, and strong writing skills. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and retirement plan contributions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area.
• Two years’ experience in administration or management.
• Demonstrated proficiency in organizing, coordinating, and writing grant proposals and complex reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects to develop grant proposals, policies, and reports.
• Write grant proposals, meeting deadlines and standards for submission.
• Conduct an annual Community Needs Assessment.

Skills

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Effective writing

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant area

Tools

Computer software proficiency

Job description

Opportunities for Otsego is seeking a detail-oriented Head Start Planning Specialist to manage complex projects and support children and families in Oneonta, NY. This role involves overseeing grant proposals, leading assessments, and ensuring compliance with program standards.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree, two years of relevant experience, and strong writing skills. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and retirement plan contributions.