OPSC Support Project Manager (Grant Specialist)

Harris & Associates; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris & Associates seeks a California State Grants Specialist with at least 2 years’ experience working with California state funding programs and strong knowledge of school facility regulations to manage the grant application and reporting process from start to finish.

You will research regulations, identify funding opportunities, prepare grant applications, coordinate with auditors, and maintain organized records while collaborating with internal teams and external agencies.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with California state funding programs.
• Deep understanding of school facility program regulations and public construction requirements.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Microsoft Excel and data spreadsheet experience.

Responsibilities

• Research and interpret California State regulations related to school facility funding.
• Identify and evaluate available funding opportunities.
• Prepare and submit accurate grant applications and all related documentation.
• Prepare and/or support preparation of expense reports for auditors.
• Collaborate with internal teams, attorneys, CPAs, and administrative agencies to gather required information.
• Maintain organized records of all grant-related materials.
• Work with IT staff to define data requirements and support grant tracking systems.
• Communicate clearly and effectively across departments to ensure compliance with funding guidelines.

Skills

State funding

Grant reporting

Research & analysis

Communication

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Peoplesoft

Unifier

Job description

Who We Are

Our Education team partners with K-12 school districts, community colleges, and universities to design and manage transformative programs that align with their goals. We partner with institutions on projects including:

• Modernization and expansion of facilities
• Infrastructure improvements for safety and sustainability
• Development of specialized spaces such as laboratories, research centers, and classrooms.

Who We Are

Our Education team partners with K-12 school districts, community colleges, and universities to design and manage transformative programs that align with their goals. We partner with institutions on projects including:

• Modernization and expansion of facilities
• Infrastructure improvements for safety and sustainability
• Development of specialized spaces such as laboratories, research centers, and classrooms.

If you're a driven professional looking for a collaborative environment, work that makes a difference, and a firm that invests heavily in your growth, you could be a perfect fit for Harris & Associates.

Position Summary

We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented California State Grants Specialist with a minimum of 2 years of experience working with California state funding programs. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of school facility regulations and a demonstrated ability to manage the grant application and reporting process from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and interpret California State regulations related to school facility funding.
• Identify and evaluate available funding opportunities.
• Prepare and submit accurate grant applications and all related documentation.
• Prepare and/or support preparation of expense reports for auditors.
• Collaborate with internal teams, attorneys, CPAs, and administrative agencies to gather required information.
• Maintain organized records of all grant-related materials.
• Work with IT staff to define data requirements and support grant tracking systems.
• Communicate clearly and effectively across departments to ensure compliance with funding guidelines.
• Understanding of Peoplesoft, Unifier, and similar software systems is ideal.
• Familiarity with OPSC and CDE online systems.
• Knowledge of eligibility establishment and update.
• Analyze problems and propose solutions related to funding and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience with California state funding programs.
• Deep understanding of school facility program regulations and public construction requirements.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Mircosoft Excel and data spreadsheet experience

About Harris

Harris & Associates is a 100% employee-owned company focused on solving today's complex challenges in the planning, designing, and constructing of public infrastructure. We serve clients in the municipal, water, transportation, and education markets to build equitable, resilient, and sustainable communities by providing a long-term financial framework as they plan their future. Our offices and project sites span the West Coast in California, Nevada, and Washington with a staff of over 280 employee-owners.

Harris fosters a collaborative work environment, understanding that diverse perspectives enhance our ability to better serve our clients and their communities. We are deeply passionate about our work, our clients, our team’s personal and professional growth. We offer a mentorship program, on-the-job training, Harris University, and an annual staff summit all aimed at developing well-rounded consultants proficient in the full spectrum of services we provide. Additionally, we prioritize a healthy work-life balance and organized social and team building events.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual salary range offered for this position is $85K-125K. Actual pay offered will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.

In Addition To Base Salary, We Also Offer

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• ESOP
• 401K Match
• PTO, 8 Paid Holidays + "1 WorkAversary" paid holiday to celebrate you!
• Health & Well-Being Allowance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Leave Programs such as maternity, parentally, and family medical leave

Harris & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability) and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harris expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.