Coordinator - OCCR Finance

Job Location: This position will be located at 205 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, MO 65101.

Why you’ll love this position:

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Finance will provide local education agencies (LEAs) with financial information regarding CTE programs and grants. The CTE financial information will include the following: allocations, payments, due dates, coding, funding changes, financial reminders, monitoring requirements and other guidance. CTE Finance will also provide technical assistance to LEAs regarding Federal finance regulations and fiscal oversight and monitoring of CTE grant programs.

• Coordinate the financial and accounting functions for all state and federal programs within Office of College and Career Readiness (OCCR), including, but not limited to curriculum services, career education, school counseling, literacy, adult education, and student health and wellness.
• Oversee the budget, allocation, distribution, and monthly reconciliation of all program funds within the Office.
• Oversee and assist in the review and approval of financial applications, payment requests, invoices, and final expenditure reports for program funds.
• Complete fiscal sections of grant applications, State Plans, and financial reporting pertaining to the Office of College and Career Readiness.
• Perform an annual risk assessment and monitoring for applicable programs.
• Review and interpret fiscal statutes and regulations related to assigned programs. Apply a working knowledge of these laws and regulations to ensure compliance and accountability at the state and LEA level.
• Develop resources and guidance documents to assist LEAs with the implementation of rules, statutes, and regulations, which may include providing webinars, presentations, training, and targeted technical assistance to varied audiences related to financial topics for these programs.
• Create legislative budget requests by gathering program data, trend analysis, and program expenditure history to project upcoming program funding needs.
• Assist in the completion of fiscal note responses related to proposed legislation.
• Assist with procurement of services, including obtaining bids and creating proposals/contracts to ensure compliance with purchasing requirements.
• Oversee the development of specifications for web-based applications and ensure successful implementation.
• Demonstrate regular, reliable, and engaged attendance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Finance, Education, or closely related field.

OR

• Four years of successful relevant work experience in finance, education, ESEA programs, administrative duties or closely related employment and possession of a high school diploma or equivalency.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

If you have questions about this position please contact: hr@dese.mo.gov

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at (573) 751-9619, through Missouri Relay System at (800) 735-2966, or via email at hr@dese.mo.gov .

Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to department programs and to the location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible by persons with disabilities may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Director of Civil Rights Compliance and MOA Coordinator (Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADAAA/Age Act/GINA/USDA Title VI), 7 th Floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480; telephone number 573-522-1775 or TTY 800-735-2966; fax number 573-522-4883; email civilrights@dese.mo.gov.



To Our Applicants with Disabilities: For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service (800) 735-2966.

Notice to Applicants: The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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