Coordinator of Federal Programs

Position Title: Coordinator of Federal Programs

Location: Central Office

Reports to: Director of Federal Programs

Length of Employment: 240 Flex-

Start Date: Upon board approval

Salary: As per Berkeley County pay schedule with years of experience and degree level- Coordinator Index

Position Summary

The Coordinator of Federal Programs provides leadership, coordination, and compliance oversight for the district's federal education programs, including Title I, Title II, Title IV. The position is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, administering federal and competitive grants, supporting school improvement efforts, managing Title I school budgets, and collaborating with district and school leaders to improve student achievement. The coordinator will provide technical assistance, professional development, and operational support to schools in budgeting, strategic planning and compliance monitoring.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree with certification in elementary or secondary education from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience required; elementary or middle school teaching experience preferred
• Strong understanding of Title I regulations, guidelines and ESSA compliance preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office with strong knowledge of Excel

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate a streamlined process for supporting Title I schools in planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluating their Title I program
• Maintain yearly district compliance monitoring documentation
• Provide assistance to Director to maintain accurate records for district and school documentation for audits, monitoring visits, and compliance reviews.
• Assist schools in developing needs assessments, Strategic Plans, and Title I budgets

Grant Management and Fiscal Oversight

• Assist Director in planning, writing Consolidated Federal application for all Title programs including equitable services with local private schools
• Provide school oversight to help develop and manage annual Title I school program budgets and monitor expenditures.
• Maintain property inventories and records for all federally funded programs and equipment.
• Coordinate with purchasing department to review and create purchase orders in electronic purchase order system for all federal program funding
• Establish and maintain efficient office procedures and recordkeeping systems

School Improvement and Instructional Support

• Collaborate with district leadership and principals to help develop coordinated instructional programs that support students performing below state and federal standards.
• Collaborate with district test coordinator and principals to analyze school achievement data to evaluate effectiveness and support instructional decision-making.
• Coordinate with Teaching and Learning, Special Education Department and school administration should Title I schools be recognized as Comprehensive School Improvement and/ or Targeted School Improvement and assist Director in writing plan and budget

Professional Development and Staff Support

• Assist Director to plan, coordinate, and facilitate professional learning related to federal programs, compliance requirements, and school budgeting and intervention support
• Coordinate with Teaching and Learning and Organizational Development to help develop, plan and provide professional development for Administrators, teachers, and paraprofessionals at Title I sites and maintain all professional development records
• Serve on district committees as assigned

Leadership and Professional Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and service delivery.
• Attend required district, state, and federal training sessions and conferences, may require overnight travel
• Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Effectively prioritize multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and respond to changing district needs.
• Collaborate with district administrators, principals, teachers, families, and community partners to support student success.
• Perform other duties and special projects assigned by the Director of Federal Programs, Superintendent or designee.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.