Director of State and Federal Programs

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Director of State and Federal Projects is responsible for the overall implementation of State and he or she will oversee the planning, implementation, evaluation, and reporting required in state and federal funding programs to maximize learning opportunities specifically for the economically disadvantaged student group and at risk children.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Master's Degree, required

Texas Mid-Management or Supervisor's Certificate, preferred

Special Knowledge and Skills:

Communicate effectively (verbal and written); utilize effective interpersonal skills; interpret data, federal and state laws and policies; plan, organize and coordinate multiple and complex district wide projects; manage budgets and personnel

Experience:

Education work experience that validates the special knowledge and skills, required

Three (3) years of experience as a classroom teacher, preferred

Experience as administrator managing state/federal programs/budgets, preferred

Special Skills:

Experience as a classroom teacher and/or a public school, district, or county office administrator; as well as in program development, assessing effectiveness of acceleration programs and services; building partnerships; providing leadership in the identification, design, dissemination, implementation, and evaluation of promising/best practices of student achievement/intervention programs;

Skill in establishing procedures and priorities; facilitating group processes, planning, and in-service activities; implementing established goals and objectives; using data to monitor and evaluate projects; researching, interpreting, analyzing, reporting, and implementing promising practices and innovations; and using technology to enhance student projects and activities;

Knowledge of state and federal accountability systems; effective academic interventions; emerging technologies that support student achievement; equity issues and resources; pedagogical principles and practices in effective teaching and learning for underserved students; and existing programs which have been successful in closing the achievement/access gaps and increasing the college-going rate of underserved students. Ability to design and provide equity-focused technical assistance; analyze, interpret and apply laws and regulations; use a broad array of technology for project and assessment development; establish and manage department priorities, processes, and procedures; work independently; establish and maintain appropriate project deadlines; manage multiple projects; work with a variety of individuals and

groups; communicate effectively orally and in written form; exercise sound judgment; travel to various locations.

Working Days: 226

Daily Rate pay range:

Minimum: $426.84

Maximum: $595.52

Note: Starting pay for a new hire in a pay range plan will be determined individually based on each person's job-related experience and salaries paid to peer employees in the same position with similar experience.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Prepare applications and administer programs and budget, amendments, Federal Expenditure Reports for the State Compensatory Education Program (193); Title I - Improving Basic Programs; Title II, Part A - Teacher & Principal Training & Recruiting Program; Title IV - ISTE and any other state or federal funds awarded to the District.
2. Monitors and tracks expenditures of state and federal funded projects for accuracy and compliance.
3. Develops, monitors, and coordinates all federal and state budgets and budgetary reports as well as the filing of these reports on a timely basis with the appropriate granting agencies.
4. Work with the immediate supervisor, program coordinators, summer school principals and other staff members in formulating, developing, implementing the summer school programs at all levels for accelerated instruction and enrichment programs.
5. Assist with preparation of contracts approved by the Board for the various programs in order to comply with local, state and federal purchasing guidance.
6. Work with the Department of Technology to review state and federally funded computer lab campuses.
7. Review and submit Safe Schools District and Campus Report to the state in coordination with the Student Support Services Department.
8. Supervise and evaluate professional and paraprofessional staff assigned to this department and above mentioned programs.
9. Remains current on laws and requirements regarding each program mentioned above, and meets with related staff to interpret and implement regulations.
10. Systematically monitor the effectiveness of State Compensatory Education Program (193); Title I - Improving Basic Programs; Title II, Part A - Teacher & Principal Training & Recruiting Program; Title IV - ISTE and any other state or federal funds awarded to the District.
11. Communicate and consult with directors of non-public schools monthly to seek participation in federal programs and coordinate allocations as required by federal categorical programs.
12. Foster collaborative educational efforts among staff by supporting the district's philosophy and mission and its commitment to site-based shared decision-making.
13. Work with campuses and district personnel to ensure coordination and submittal of Campus Improvement Plans and District Improvement Plan are in accordance to state and federal program guidance.
14. Participates in the annual budget development activities for state and federal programs.
15. Prepare and administer the budgets for State Compensatory Education Program (193); Title I - Improving Basic Programs; Title II, Part A - Teacher & Principal Training & Recruiting Program; Title IV - ISTE and any other state or federal funds awarded to the District.
16. Assists and advises building principals and district administrators in the implementation and evaluation of state and federal programs.
17. Assists and advises building principals in coordinating the school improvement process and the instructional activities associated with state and federal grants.
18. Monitors and tracks expenditures of state and federal funded projects for accuracy and compliance.
19. Ensure that the needy child is provided with clothing and other support services available through Title I.
20. Assist in providing direction to the parental involvement program staff to ensure that parents are informed about programs through the District Advisory Council and Parent Advisory Councils as required by federal guidelines.
21. Assists in the hiring and assignment process for personnel in federally funded positions.
22. Work with the immediate supervisor and other staff members to ensure that the District's staff development program meets the needs of teachers working with compensatory students and economically disadvantaged students to close achievement gap.
23. Assists in data gathering, assessments, and evaluation of federally funded interventions.
24. Remains current on laws and requirements regarding each program, and meets with related staff to interpret and implement regulations.
25. Keep the immediate supervisor informed of all projects and directions undertaken and of directives or requests received internally or externally.
26. Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
27. Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator) in accordance with funding source guidelines.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategists, Evaluator, Accountant, Secretary, Bookkeeper, Fixed Assets Clerk, Federal Programs Clerk, Parental Involvement Aide, Parental Involvement Clerk, and Data Processing Clerk

EQUIPMENT USED:

Computer, copier, adding machine, fax machine, multimedia equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress; coordinate multiple projects; meet deadlines

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Frequent prolonged and irregular hours; frequent district wide and occasional state or national travel