BCT â Head Start Monitoring Review Team Leads
BCT â Head Start Monitoring Review Team Leads
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$ 80000 - 100000
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About BCT
We harness the power of expertise and innovation to solve complex social problems transform lives and create lasting change.
BCT is a management consulting firm that tackles complex social problems through data analytics innovative solutions and program management. We believe complex issues are best solved through collaboration. As a result we employ a multidisciplinary approach that combines domain expertise research evaluation technology organizational development and a passion for change.
To learn more about how we live our values of Ubuntu (I am because we are) and our mission go to our website and follow us on social media.
About the Role:
The Review Team Lead plays a pivotal role in executing high-quality monitoring reviews across Head Start and Early Head Start programs. This position ensures that review reports are accurate timely and reflect each grant recipients performance in alignment with the Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS). In addition to overseeing review teams and workflows the Team Lead contributes to the continual improvement of the Office of Head Start Monitoring System by identifying systemic trends and recommending enhancements.
This role directly supports grant recipients by ensuring reviews are conducted fairly consistently and with clarityempowering programs to use monitoring data as a tool for continuous improvement and compliance. The Team Lead also brings subject matter expertise analytical insight and strategic thinking to the monitoring process while fostering collaboration and professional development within review teams.
To learn more about our clients and projects please refer to the This Project section at the bottom of this job posting.
How You Contribute to the Team:
Liaison and Collaboration
Lead and collaborate with diverse teams to conduct monitoring reviews and ensure alignment with Head Start monitoring goals.
Participate in work groups and projects that shape the future direction of the OHS monitoring system and tools.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal state and local early childhood education (ECE) policies and initiatives.
Respond to inquiries from grant recipients and federal partners including the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) regarding compliance data and monitoring activities.
Communicate clearly and collaboratively with stakeholders to support review activities and continuous improvement.
Technical Assistance and Subject Matter Expertise
Apply expert knowledge of HSPPS CLASS methodology and federal compliance requirements to guide review activities; analyze and interpret federal and state regulations aligned with monitoring priorities.
Provide technical guidance and constructive feedback to peers and reviewers to ensure consistency and quality; provide guidance to OHS Regional Offices and TTA (Training & Technical Assistance) staff as requested.
Participate in and deliver training on HSPPS and related regulations to support monitoring readiness.
Provide training to groups of grant recipients at regional and state events as directed by the Regional Office.
Deliver direct technical assistance and support to individual grant recipients as requested by the Regional Office.
Data Analysis and Reporting
Oversee the collection analysis and reporting of data from on-site and off-site monitoring reviews.
Utilize monitoring tools (e.g. IT-AMS) to identify trends inconsistencies and areas for improvement in program performance.
Develop clear evidence-based narrative reports and summaries for federal audiences.
Research and integrate data from multiple sources to inform strategic monitoring decisions.
Identify and communicate emerging trends impacting Head Start grantees to inform decision-making and program improvement.
Strategic Support
Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement ethical standards and system enhancement within federal monitoring environments.
Understand organizational systems and change management to support long-term monitoring goals and performance improvement.
Contribute to and support emerging OHS initiatives and national priorities related to parent family and community engagement.
Perform these and other reasonable tasks as assigned by management in support of BCTs goals and objectives.
What You Bring to the Table:
As no individual candidate meets every qualification we encourage candidates who meet most of these requirements to apply!
Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelors degree and minimum of 6 years experience in early childhood education public administration social work or a related field; advanced degrees (e.g. . MPA MSW) a plus but not required
Minimum of 3 years of management related experience in Head Start or Early Head Start programs at local and/or state levels.
Minimum of 2 years of experience leading or managing teams in a monitoring compliance or program evaluation context desired
Prior experience conducting federal or large-scale monitoring reviews including foundational comprehensive and CLASS reviews desired.
Technical and Analytical Skills
Strong command of Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS) CLASS methodology and federal compliance requirements
Must understand organizational change and systems required to monitor organizational performance and health
Ability to understand organizational functions from a broad perspective including organizational structure and operations fiscal management and leadership.
Proficiency in using monitoring tools especially IT-AMS or similar monitoring/reporting platforms.
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and inconsistencies in program performance data.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Exceptional written communication skills including experience drafting formal narrative reports and summaries for federal audiences that support evidence collected and document findings.
Strong ability to lead and communicate clearly and collaboratively with diverse teams grant recipients and other stakeholders.
Ability to provide constructive feedback coaching and mentoring to peers and reviewers.
Additional Requirements
Ability and willingness to travel as needed for onsite and virtual reviews
High level of professionalism integrity and discretion when handling sensitive data
Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and system enhancement within federal monitoring environments.
There are multiple factors considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align with the specified role geographic location education as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The starting salary range for this position is intentionally broad as we are hiring multiple roles that span various levels of experience and responsibility. BCT offers a competitive total compensation package that for this position includes a base salary between $80000 and $100000 along with a generous benefits package. BCTs benefits include partially subsidized medical dental and vision coverage fully vested 401k plan with company match company paid life and disability insurance plans paid family leave and a generous paid time off policy.
This is a remote position located in the fifty United States or Washington DC. and Review Team Leads must travel to the assigned sites as scheduled. We support and encourage a strong staff community leveraging virtual communication tools and collaborative work practices. The African philosophy of Ubuntu (I am because we are) is an overarching value that influences our leadership and interactions.
This Project:
Head Start (HS) is a national program that provides comprehensive child development services primarily to low-income children and their families and includes Early Head Start (EHS) Migrant and Seasonal Head Start (MSHS) as well as American Indian/Alaska Native (AIAN) programs.
The Head Start program is administered by the Office of Head Start (OHS) Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The Head Start Act and OHS require periodic monitoring and review of all federally funded Head Start programs to ensure adherence to Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS) and regulations. This project is responsible for the monitor review scheduling team deployment and management travel planning and logistics content area expertise conducting reviews and monitoring report drafting.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
