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Opportunity Number: 17704601 .
Company Name: ICF International .
Location: HONOLULU, HI US .
Salary: Competitive .
Minimum Education: High School Diploma .
Updated: 9/8/2008 .
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Head Start TTA Specialists-Hawaii
ICF International (NASDAQ: ICFI) partners with government and commercial clients to deliver consulting services and technology solutions in the energy, climate change, environment, transportation, social programs, health, defense, and emergency management markets. The firm combines passion for its work with industry expertise and innovative analytics to produce compelling results throughout the entire program life cycle, from analysis and design through implementation and improvement. Since 1969, ICF has been serving government at all levels, major corporations, and multilateral institutions. More than 3,000 employees serve these clients worldwide. ICF's Web site is www.icfi.com
ICF International is recruiting staff to provide Training and Technical Assistance (T/TA) to Head Start grantees. Staff will work from home and provide T/TA services to grantees throughout the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) Region. This position does involve approximately 30% travel. This position is based within our Human Services and Community Development practice. Successful candidate(s) will have the opportunity to work closely with other early care and education professionals within ICF, as part of our Early Education Services (EES) group. Made up of more than 90 early education professionals, EES provides a collaborative work environment committed to supporting and enhancing services for young children and their families.
The T/TA Specialist will provide assistance by assessing the needs of the assigned Head Start grantees, working closely with the State-based TTA Services contractor, and the ACF Regional office. The Specialist will work directly with grantees to assist in the development of annual T/TA plans for the Regional Office, support risk assessment meetings, and work with grantees to assist their meeting monitoring and performance standards. Additionally, the Specialist will provide accountability and progress reports, and develop goals and quality improvement plans to ensure that high quality services are being provided.
BA/BS Degree in Education, Child Development or related Social Sciences (Masters preferred) with five years of work experience providing T/TA and consultation to Head Start or other social services programs. The State Specialist must have knowledge and awareness of children and family needs; experience in working effectively with staff, working on a team and with committees and workgroups; be able to apply current research literature, relevant laws, regulations and policies. The successful candidate must be able to work independently and collaboratively under critical time frames and be able to work with complex and sensitive information.
ICF International offers an excellent benefits package and competitive salary.
To apply, please submit your cover letter, resume and salary requirements.
ICF International is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
For a listing of other career opportunities at ICF, please visit our Career Center at http://jobs.icfi.com .
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