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Coordinator, Grants and Program Development @ The School District of Lee County

Fort Myers, FloridaOnsiteFull-time
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Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. • Four years of full-time professional experience in grant writing grant administration, or financial compliance. • Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered. • Experience and proficiency with personal computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Educational Leadership, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. • Experience with federal grant programs within public education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes, regulations, codes, and standards related to the area of responsibility. • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. • Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and complete simultaneous projects within deadlines. • Ability to think critically and make clear, well-reasoned and timely decisions. • Ability to think critically, have a high standard of integrity, and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the organizational structure. • Ability to work collaboratively and professionally within a diverse work environment. • Ability to work successfully as both a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision. • Ability to manage a budget and work within the constraints of that budget. • Ability to collect, analyze, organize and present information in a meaningful manner. • Ability to utilize data and information to make decisions and projections. Adopted: 07/29/2025 Responsibilities ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Typical duties include but are not limited to: • Research and identify new public and private grant funding opportunities aligned with district priorities. • Coordinate the preparation and submission of grant proposals, including gathering data, writing narratives, preparing budgets, and obtaining necessary approvals. • Oversee and support the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of grant-funded programs, special projects, and pilot initiatives to ensure effectiveness and compliance with all regulations and guidelines. • Monitor active grant projects to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including allowable expenditures and reporting requirements. • Serve as a liaison between the district and funding agencies to interpret grant guidelines and requirements. • Collaborate with District staff, community stakeholders, and funding agencies to assess needs and identify appropriate grant opportunities. • Analyze and interpret program data to evaluate outcomes, guide decision-making, and ensure effective use of resources. • Coordinate audits and evaluations related to grant-funded programs. • Provide training and support to Principals and staff on grant application and administration processes. • Prepare and submit required reports, amendments, and documentation to funding agencies. • Assist in developing district-wide grant policies and procedures. • Review and approve requisition and expense transactions. • Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Adopted: 07/29/2025 Additional Job Information U15, $74,208.00 annual, 255 days Compensation may increase based upon relevant education and experience

Skills

AdministrationDirector/Coordinator/Manager

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