Location:
Education Service Center Region 13 - 200 Reports To: Sr. Coordinator Grants Contracts and Procurement
Salary: This is a full-time 12-month position at 232 days with a minimum annual salary of $46,321.00. This is a grant funded position with an end date of August 31, 2023.
Job Summary (Primary Purpose): Works under limited supervision and has the ability to understand and be proficient in government accounting standards, principles and processes, and follow established federal, state, and center regulations and procedures to process and maintain state and federal contracts and grants.
TEMPORARY POSITION
Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Education/ Certificates):

Two (2) or more years business office experience
Related accounting/financial experience required
Experience working independently and following directions

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Education/ Certificates):

Bachelor’s degree in related field, preferred
Strong Knowledge of grants or contracts. Specifically dealing with the financial aspects of grants and contracts.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience working collaboratively with staff, clients, and external partners; and facilitating shared decision making
Proficient in the use of technology for workplace productivity
Display time management and adheres to deadlines

Major Job Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Serve as the representative of ESC Region 13, displaying courtesy, tact, consideration, and members of the educational community and with the public
Coordinate with the Open Education Resources (OER) team within Region 13 and the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to meet fiscal needs for the OER grants and contracts
Provide verbal and written communication between TEA and ESC Region 13 on fiscal progress and needs
Develop clear understanding of current grant and contract processes within ESC 13 and of outside organizations, including invoicing, helping with the set-up of contracts
Ensure that documents are published properly such as Request for Proposals
Process financial transactions into accounting system
Help with the review of contracts
Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Budget Responsibilities:

Assist with maintaining and reporting budget directives to direct supervisor

Working Conditions (Physical/Mental Demands & Environmental Factors):

Follows policies and procedures
Interprets data
Maintains emotional control
Constant interruptions
Lifting and carrying (0-15 pounds)
Visual acuity with printouts and computer monitors
Repetitive hand motions
Sitting for extended periods of time

Equipment Used:

Computer and peripherals, fax, photocopier, telephone, other equipment as requirements change