Senior Director, Grants

Senior Director Grants

In our District we put students first. Our vision: all Camden students will attend a high quality school where they are valued challenged and prepared for college and careers that positively impact their community and the world. High quality schools have a great teacher in every classroom are housed in safe clean buildings equipped to meet the needs of 21st century learners with the support of an efficient and effective Central Office. All this is possible only with the right team members in place working together with partners and the community to provide all students the academic social and emotional supports needed to succeed in school and beyond.

ROLE OVERVIEW
The Senior Director Grants will play a key role in ensuring that all grant-related logistics and financial activities for multiple departments are handled smoothly efficiently and responsively. The Senior Director will lead cross-functional work streams to implement Federal Programs and will oversee the planning implementation compliance evaluation and reporting for multiple funding sources. The Senior Director also provides oversight designs organizes and manages all financial data analysis fiscal reporting and accounting processes for the district.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university; preferably Masters degree or CPA certification
• At least three years progressive business experience including grant writing grants management editing and budgeting
• Strong grant writing experience required federal grant and proposal preparation experience preferred
• At least three years of experience with state and federal regulations pertaining to grants management
• At least three years of audit experience required
• Strong Fund accounting experience in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Managerial experience in accounting and state and federal reporting
• Strong quantitative analytical skills including significant experience and familiarity with compiling and analyzing data to drive decision-making
• Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative analysis and utilizing results to develop regulations and guidelines
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment required
• A valid drivers license with current insurance and valid vehicle registration
• Required criminal history background check physical and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

• Oversee all grants district wide- includes support other teams in managing grants like SBYS ECE Perkins and new grant opportunities
• Ensure grant compliance reporting and application deadlines are met
• Prepare for state and local audits
• Supports in preparing and gathering documentation for QSAC reporting
• Oversee the reconciliation of all cash and account balances for grants
• Draft standard operating procedures for grants accounting and train staff
• Ensure all grants revenues are accounted for allocated appropriated reconciled and reported on a monthly basis
• Remains current on laws regulations guidance and requirements for all funding sources
• Oversees grant implementation and coordinates compliance activities
• Attends all federal and state program training institutes as needed or recommended
• Interface with funders on aspects of grant compliance funder meetings and other regular communication
• Develops and monitors federal grant budgets and state budgets and files reports with state and federal agencies on a timely basis
• Manages and maintains accounting records of the districts grant programs
• Prepares all financial reporting and analysis
• Provides oversight for all audits and reviews for journal entries
• Provides support for annual audit process
• Provides high level analysis of Districts budget and financial transactions and recommends both innovation and corrective action as appropriate
• Maintains confidentiality of records and information and uses discretion when sharing any such information within legal confines
• Adheres to federal statutes and regulations New Jersey statutes and Administrative Code Board of Education policies and procedures and contractual obligations
• Ensures federal and state compliance participates in state agency monitoring visits and oversees reporting requirements
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Supervisors designee

• Demonstrated record of accomplishment in leading significant cross-functional initiatives in diverse organizational settings
• Strong analytical skills including comfort level using Microsoft Excel and other online reporting tools to compile data trends and reports
• Familiarity with the Chart of Accounts and fiscal accountability regulations
• Project and process management experience
• Integrity and clarity in all communications and interactions
• A willingness to go above and beyond to do whatever it takes to achieve strong results
• Extraordinary attention to detail
• Ability to generate work with speed and accuracy meeting timelines with minimal supervision
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
• Possesses strong interpersonal and team building skills
• Adept at high-level problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint Google Workspace and budget management programs
• Ability and desire to build and cultivate relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Flexible optimistic approach; committed to overcoming challenges
• Integrity and reliability in all interactions
• Commitment to the success of all Camden students
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and multi-task
• Prompt and outstanding attendance

Physical Demands:
The following physical demands are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee must be able to:

• Sit stand walk speak and hear for extended periods for various tasks.

• Use hands and arms to reach handle and operate tools computers or controls.

• Lift and carry items necessary for job performance.

• Use close color peripheral and depth vision and adjust focus as needed.

Environmental Demands:

The following environmental conditions are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position.

• Possible exposure to a range of childhood and adult illnesses.

• Occasional exposure to varying weather conditions.

• Work performed in heated air-conditioned ventilated facilities.

• Moderate to high at times noise level especially during school hours assemblies or events.

• Frequent interruptions from calls walk-ins and urgent requests.

• Possible exposure to cleaning agents instructional materials and equipment-related chemicals.

• Assistant Business Administrator

• Twelve-month non-tenureable position

• Non-affiliated

• Mandatory enrollment in NJ Pension (PERS)
• Optional pre-tax benefits available including flexible spending accounts for childcare healthcare and transportation

• Minimum Starting Salary: $97850.00
• Maximum Starting Salary: $123600.00

(Pending availability of funds and Superintendents approval)

THE CAMDEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER