Child Care Regional Program Specialist

Grants Management AnalysisTravel Required: Up to 25%Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Public TrustWhat You Will Do:Manage submission, review, and approval of applications for child care funds by states, territories, and tribes, including preparing, reviewing, and managing correspondence to grantees for the purpose of assessing grantee performance and compliance with Federal regulations as a regional liaison for designated cycles.Prepare guidance, technical assistance resources, and other training materials to support program operations oversight of grantee implementation and administration activities. Train staff and grantees. Provide briefings and facilitate meetings and webinars for staff, leadership, grantees, and others.Collect and analyze data. Provide information and advice and prepare, update, track, monitor, and report on designated program operations and grantee implementation status, activities, issues, and accomplishments. Manage databases and spreadsheets to collect, compile, and analyze data. Develop recommendations for improvements in program operations as identified by data analysis.Prepare descriptive background and analytical reports, memoranda, and other types of written material on significant issues of legislative and operational concern for senior management, supervisors, team leaders, and staff. Such reports present and evaluate divergent professional points of view, define policy and implementation options, and identify and discuss potential consequences of adopting various options.Coordinate, carry out, and monitor special projects and initiatives focused on grantees in the Office of Child Care. Develop plans for carrying out special projects and initiatives, including determining information and resource needs, key personnel, and time frames. Works closely with officials at the grantee and national level, as appropriate. Monitor progress and keep key personnel informed of status. Assess the impact of outcomes and results.Coordinate with federal and contract staff to manage and oversee program operations activities.Provide Office of Child Care regional program stakeholders with regular reports and updates on project and work statuses, as directed.What You Will Need:Bachelor's degree.Minimum of SIX (6) years of experience in a policy or oversight position related to child care funding for states, territories, and tribes.Experience presenting information to an array of audiences.Strong analytical skills.Expertise in the use of Microsoft Excel and Word.Ability to analyze, summarize, and compile data and information.Ability to perform detail-oriented work.Ability to collaborate with staff from a variety of backgrounds and skill sets and work in a team to improve processes or systems.Strong oral and written communication techniques, including in response to requests either internally or externally.Strong prioritization and time-management skills to balance ongoing responsibilities with urgent requests.Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.What Would Be Nice To Have:Knowledge of child care laws, regulations, and policies.Experience developing and analyzing child care policy for the federal government, a state government, a national organization, or a similar entity.What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysParental Leave401(k) Retirement PlanGroup Term Life and Travel AssistanceVoluntary Life and AD&D InsuranceHealth Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsTransit and Parking Commuter BenefitsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning OpportunitiesEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachCare.com annual membershipEmployee Assistance ProgramSupplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus