Grants Consultant

Job Description and Duties

Under general supervision of the Administrator the Consultant performs the following:

Grant Funded Programs - Under the direction of the Grants Administrator, provide oversight of the implementation of state-funded grant programs administered by the Commission including, but not limited to, the Student Teacher Stipend Program, the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Certification Program, and other grant programs administered by the Commission, as well as any associated subgrant process within these grant programs.

This work includes assisting the Administrator in developing the Grants Management System for all Commission administered grants, developing Requests for Applications (RFAs); posting RFAs; collecting applications; assisting the Administrator in reviewing applications; assuring that grantees are carrying out the provisions of their funded applications on time and on budget; assisting the Administrator in developing data requirements for grantee reporting; developing and implementing data reporting processes from grantees, analyzing and reporting data submitted by grantees; assuring that grantees provide required reports as specified in the authorizing legislation; managing fiscal documents and processes under direction from the Administrator and Business and Fiscal Services; developing agenda items for the Commission to update the Commission on the progress of the implementation of these grants; and other processes and/or grant management-related responsibilities as assigned.

This advertisement will run until filled with the following cutoff dates for review of applications:

• August 28, 2026
• September 7, 2026
• September 17, 2026
• September 28, 2026
• October 8, 2026
• October 19, 2026
• October 29, 2026

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Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

Examination Information

If applying for the Consultant in Teacher Preparation (Program Evaluation and Research) you must have list, transfer, or reinstatement eligibility and be reachable on the certification list. Here is a link to the Consultant in Teacher Preparation (Program Evaluation and Research) examination: CalCareers

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Background and/or experience in grants, accreditation, teacher preparation, and/or TK-12 public education
• Integrity – consistently adheres to his/her duties to execute the mission and responsibilities of the Commission
• Expertise – is a reliable source of accurate information
• Teamwork – works collaboratively and in recognition of the contribution each person makes to the common purpose
• Respect – recognizes the validity of other points of view and treats others with civility
• Problem Solving – strives to find creative, practical and effective solutions to achieving desired goals
• Excellent writing skills, strong analytical, judgment, organizational and presentation skills
• Ability to interpret and transform regulations into policy
• Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Ability to follow detailed instructions

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICAITONS

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Resumes and cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ. Applications submitted without the required SOQ will be considered incomplete and may not be considered for this position.

Instructions: Answers should not exceed two pages, single space. The font should be in 12-point Calibri. Candidates must write their name on the left side of the document and include the question before each answer.

1. What background do you have in PreK-12 or higher education?
2. What background do you have in managing a large-scale program that has hard deadlines and requires the collection and analysis of data related to the program?

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications - SEE STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS SECTION.