Head Start Grants & Compliance Analyst - Remote

JBS International; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

JBS International is seeking an Early Childhood Specialist I to provide grants management support for Head Start programs and ensure compliance with federal requirements. You will review applications, aid award actions, and help recipients improve operations while delivering responsive customer service.

This remote position requires up to 25% travel within a 75-mile radius and involves data analysis, CQI approaches, and collaborations with federal staff and program partners to support children's

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
• 2 years progressive professional experience in early childhood programs, with Head Start preference.
• Experience with federal monitoring, fiscal management, and program options is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review grant applications, budget modifications, change in scope requests, and post-award requirements for accuracy.
• Ensure grant-related data is recorded in systems like HSES, AMS, and GrantSolutions.
• Execute grant awards and related administrative actions with federal staff coordination.
• Identify compliance concerns and assist with risk mitigation strategies for client service.
• Provide accurate guidance to ensure Head Start program standards compliance.
• Support development and implementation of targeted improvement strategies for grant recipients.
• Monitor progress in performance, compliance, and accountability of funded programs.
• Apply CQI approaches to ensure oversight supports positive outcomes for children and families.
• Aggregate, analyze, and present data from multiple sources; produce memoranda and presentations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Independence with teamwork

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, human services, or related field

Tools

HSES

AMS

GrantSolutions

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Smartsheet

Job description

JBS International is seeking an Early Childhood Specialist I to provide grants management support for Head Start programs and ensure compliance with federal requirements. You will review applications, aid award actions, and help recipients improve operations while delivering responsive customer service.

This remote position requires up to 25% travel within a 75-mile radius and involves data analysis, CQI approaches, and collaborations with federal staff and program partners to support children's