542447 PHOENIX

DEPT OF EDUCATION

Full-time Closing at: Jul 24 2026 - 23:55 MST Arizona Department of Education The Arizona Department of Education is a service organization committed to raising academic outcomes and empowering parents.

ADULT EDUCATION GRANTS COORDINATOR

Job Location:

Adult Education Section Phoenix Location Posting Details:

Salary:

$52,000 - $54,000

Grade:

19

Closing Date:

07/24/2026

Job Summary:

The Program Project Specialist II / Adult Education Grants Coordinator position coordinates the analysis, evaluation, and first level approval of Adult Education grant funding applications in the Grants Management Enterprise (GME) system. The position provides technical assistance to ensure compliance with the Code of Federal Regulations (2 CFR Part 200), the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Title II, and the Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.) §15-232 and §15-234. This position conducts desk monitoring and on-site monitoring of Adult Education providers to ensure grant contract compliance. Occasional in-state and rare out-of-state travel is/may be required for this position. The Arizona Department of Education currently utilizes a hybrid work environment, with up to two days of remote work (contingent upon business needs). Candidates should apply with an ability and willingness to work in-office up to five days per week as business needs necessitate.

Job Duties:

Coordinate the review and approval of Adult Education grant funding applications for fiscal, programmatic, and contract compliance per 2 CFR

PART 200, WIOA

Title II, and ARS §15-232 and §15-234 Coordinate technical assistance to Adult Education grant program providers to ensure programmatic and contract compliance per

C.F.R., WIOA

Title II, and A.R.S. §15-232 and §15-234 Coordinate the development of grant data reports for fiscal monitoring and audits and internal and external monitoring Coordinate the Adult Education and High School Equivalency Services' procurement process by submitting purchase requests, tracking deliverables, and tracking invoice payments Provide fiscal support and technical assistance to the Adult Education and High School Equivalency Services unit Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge in: Understanding of Code of Federal Regulations (2 CFR Part 200) and / or other federal grant regulations Fiscal concepts and applications Records organization, retention, and reporting Data entry and office equipment operations Skills in: Effective analytical skills Critical thinking Problem solving Attention to detail. Written communication Effective customer and interpersonal relations Intermediate skill in using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel Ability to: Collaborate effectively with diverse teams, including financial and technical staff Adapt to changing priorities Interpret and apply complex federal and state laws, rules, and regulations Organize and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence Analyze, interpret, and communicate fiscal data Selective Preference(s): Preference will be given to those applicants with: Minimum of three years of experience in grant coordination or Bachelor's degree in a related field and one year experience Knowledge of common rules, laws and regulations related to Arizona Adult Education Knowledge or experience with 2 CFR Part 200 and federal grant programs

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Offers are contingent upon successful completion of all background and reference checks, required documents and, if applicable, a post-offer medical/physical evaluation. If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including: Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans Ten paid holidays per year Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program). Deferred compensation plan Wellness plans Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

You will be required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) upon your 27th week of employment, subject to waiting period. On or shortly after, your first day of employment you will be provided with enrollment instructions and effective date.

Contact Us:

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 542-3186 or emailing Human.

Resources@azed.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.