Education Program Specialist

Summary: CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates, and they are seeking a motivated Education Program Specialist to support educational programs and funding cycles. This role involves monitoring program activities, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing technical assistance and professional development. Responsibilities: - Monitor program activities and budgets, ensuring adherence to federal and state laws, administrative rules, and specific grant requirements - Plan and implement annual application and distribution processes for 21st CCLC funding, managing the funding cycle and ensuring compliance with program standards - Operate, update, and maintain databases and tracking systems, managing grant records, applications, and reporting through federal, state, or organizational systems - Provide technical assistance and professional development through workshops, technical assistance sessions, newsletters, and field communications - Develop and refine standard operating procedures, establishing systems and infrastructure to supplement existing programming Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in education or a related field - Proficiency in Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel - Experience working with systems and spreadsheets to track grantee data - Understanding of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA) and its implementation in the field - Effective collaboration and communication skills - Ability to provide advanced technical assistance and professional development to stakeholders Preferred Qualifications: - Previous experience managing grant-funded programs - Familiarity with 21st CCLC funding processes and requirements Required Skills: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Data tracking systems, Spreadsheet management, Elementary, Secondary Education Act (ESEA) knowledge, Technical assistance, Professional development, Grant program management, 21st CCLC funding processes Benefits: 401k retirement account access, Paid sick leave, Other paid time off as provided by applicable law