SENIOR DIRECTOR: FEDERAL & STATE PROGRAMS

To provide direction, leadership, and coordination to the Office of Federal & State Programs. The Senior Director will include the following Programs: Career Technical Education & Indian Education. Additionally, this position will provide technical support to all departments and schools that receive funds from these departments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Serves on the Office of Federal & State Programs executive leadership team and other APS committees as appropriate.
• Provides administrative supervision to staff within the Office of Federal & State Programs.
• Collaborates with all Schools Departments that receive funds from the CTE and/or Indian Education Departments to ensure the goals and guardrails of the Schools Board are met.
• Develops, interprets, implements and/or monitors financial and budgetary procedures and transactions in accordance with federal, state, and district standards and policies, and ensures compliance with all regulations.
• Provides oversight of fiscal services for the CTE and Indian Education Departments.
• Develops and monitors department budgets for foundation funds, grant funds, etc.
• Assists CTE & Indian Education staff with developing, monitoring, and reporting requirements for all grant funds/resources.
• Provides support to the Office of Federal & State Programs Executive Director, Directors, and Management staff around issues related to budgets, compliance, accountability, and human resources.
• Interfaces with APS Foundation, APS Fiscal Department, Grant Management, and other district departments to ensure grant/contract compliance for all funds designated for the CTE and Indian Education Departments.
• Oversees preparations for internal/external audits and site visits related to funds allocated to the CTE & Indian Education Departments.
• Assures completion of all required federal and state reports for the CTE & Indian Education Departments
• Communicates regularly with state, federal and APS internal entities regarding the fiscal awards for the CTE & Indian Education Departments.
• Supervises and evaluates assigned staff and assists staff with professional development plans.
• Models and articulates a value for professional learning and teamwork and facilitates professional development for all staff in the Office of Federal & State Programs.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bilingual.
• Knowledge of Medicaid School Based Services Program.
• Experience in grant management.
• Supervisory/management skills, both administratively and personnel.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexibility, organization, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills with diverse populations in-person and on the telephone.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects and coordinate the work of others.
• Knowledge of word processing, database, and spreadsheet software.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's degree in business administration or related field.
• Six (6) years' experience in business, administration, accountability, or related work.
• Experience in fiscal management.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects and coordinate the work of others.

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Contact: Melanie Blea at / melanie.blea@aps.edu
APPLY TO:

Please apply at www.aps.edu and submit a District Support application. A cover letter, resume and any other supporting documents MUST be submitted prior to 4:00 PM on the closing date of the advertisement for your application to be considered complete. The cover letter and resume are considered valid for one year from the submission date.

ADDITIONAL INFO:
GRADE / LEVEL: DSE 15
SALARY: $96,822.07
DAYS: 256
HOURS: 8
START DATE: 04/01/2025
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