Provide expert guidance across all major Head Start content areas, including: Education, Health and nutrition, Mental health, Dental, Social services, Family and community engagement, Early childhood and comprehensive services.
Utilize OHS systems such as GrantSolutions and the Head Start Enterprise System (HSES) for tracking, documentation, and analysis.
Support the development of custom solutions and specialized workplans tailored to OHS needs and timelines.
Prepare clear summaries, data briefs, and presentations for OHS leadership.
Participate in national and regional OHS meetings as directed.
Provide training and briefings for senior management on issues involving state systems.
Deliver on-site, group, and virtual trainings on governance, program management, fiscal operations, and oversight.
Support strategic planning efforts for state initiatives and early childhood services.
Assist with development of materials and documentation to support policy, strategy, and program implementation.

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in early childhood education, public administration, social sciences, public policy, or related field
5+ years of experience supporting Head Start/Early Head Start programs or federal early childhood initiatives.
2+ years of experience supporting federal program initiatives or high priority national projects.
2+ years of experience providing training or technical assistance in early childhood, governance, performance management, or fiscal oversight.
US government issued security clearance required (will be initiated upon hire)
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass an MVR check.

Head Start Program Management and Fiscal Operations Specialist

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