Child Care Special Projects Coordinator

Title: Child Care Special Projects Coordinator

State Role Title: Education Coordinator I

Hiring Range: $85,000 - $98,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Ed Central Operations

Location: JAMES MONROE BUILDING

Agency Website: doe.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The purpose of this position is to provide policy and data analysis of the Child Care Subsidy Program (CCSP), which provides access to affordable, high-quality child care services to over 40,000 children and 20,000 families each month. The CCSP is administered via a partnership with the Virginia Department of Education and the Virginia Department of Social Services. Application, enrollment, and case management activities are carried out by 120 local departments of social services across the Commonwealth. This position will support ongoing program operations by analyzing program data to improve policy and process, drafting policy guidance and resources, and engaging with key stakeholder groups to understand areas of strength and opportunities for improvement. In addition, this position will lead ongoing data analysis work to strategically allocate and evaluate the availability of slots and funding to localities through the CCSP, and provide project management on aspects of key CCSP projects and procurements to support the implementation of the new CCSP attendance tracking system and modernizing Virginia's error rate review processes.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of the Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) or the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) required,

Experience analyzing and interpreting federal or state child care laws, regulations, and/or policies required,

Experience analyzing state or federal program administrative data required,

Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple assignments with critical deadlines and to work collaboratively in a team situation required,

Strong written and oral communication skills required, including experience communicating complex information to a variety of audiences and stakeholders,

Demonstrated ability to use data to inform policy and process recommendations,

Ability to analyze and define problems and apply problem-solving techniques to complex program administration issues,

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills,

Ability to use word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and online data collection systems,

Ability to effectively manage up to direct supervisor and other project or organizational leaders, and

Ability to travel statewide to facilitate relationship building with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Considerations

Ability to travel statewide to facilitate relationship building with diverse stakeholders.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
A résumé will be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e-mail, postal service, fax or hand-delivered will not be considered. Successful candidates must pass a criminal background check. Commonwealth of Virginia employees may have teleworking options available. Final teleworking agreements will be reviewed and approved upon hire.

Commonwealth’s Alternate Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to prove their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs.cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process. For assistance call: (804) 225-2021, [TTY: 786-8389]

It is the policy of the Commonwealth and the VDOE that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. The Virginia Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.

Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: N/A

Email: humanresources@doe.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.