IDEA Fiscal Monitoring Consultant

Agency

Dept of Public Instruction

Division

Deputy Chief Academic Office

Job Classification Title

Education Program Administrator I (NS)

Position Number

60041725

Grade

NC18

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) is charged with implementing the state's public school laws for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade public schools at the direction of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction and State Board of Education.

Description of Work

The IDEA Monitoring Consultant: Fiscal is responsible for conducting financial oversight of programs to ensure compliance with federal and state IDEA requirements. Additionally, the position collaborates with program staff and stakeholders to promote sound financial management and ensure effective use of IDEA resources while aligning fiscal and programmatic priorities to improve outcomes for students with disabilities.

Job Responsibilities:

Reviews budgets, expenditures, and fiscal practices to verify that funds are used appropriately and align with grant regulations.

Supports PSU with alignment of fiscal and programmatic priorities.

Provides technical assistance and professional development specific to IDEA grants and special grants.

Collaborates with various staff and stakeholders to promote sound financial management and ensure effective and allowable use of IDEA funds.

Identifies risks, provides technical assistance, and supports corrective actions to improve fiscal accountability.

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Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $63,927.00 - $85,000.00

Manager Preferences:  

• Experience in special education leadership/supervision (policy and programs).
• Experience in writing federal grants and program plans.
• Special Education licensure.

Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.

If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Supplemental Information:

The IDEA Integrated Monitoring Section ensures the effective, compliant, and equitable use of IDEA resources by providing coordinated oversight, data-informed monitoring, and targeted support to local programs. The section promotes accountability, identifies risk, and drives continuous improvement to improve outcomes for students with disabilities.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Master's degree in education, school administration, business administration, or public administration from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of responsible administrative experience in an education environment at the local, state, or federal level; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Tamara Lynn Cherry

Recruiter Email:

TAMARA.CHERRY@DPI.NC.GOV