Education Funding Specialist, K-12 Job at DLR Group, Riverside, CA

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  • DLR Group
  • Riverside, CA

Job Description

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. We have an opening for an Education Funding Specialist on our Education Funding Services (EFS) team. This role is a hybrid model with flexibility between office time and work from home, and may be based in Los Angeles, Sacramento, Riverside, or San Diego. Position Summary As an Education Funding Specialist, you will support California school districts in determining eligibility for funding in the State School Facilities Program, acting as a liaison with the California Department of Education, Office of Public School Construction, and other governmental agencies, ensuring effective communication and project management for our clients. What You Will Do Support the Education Funding Specialist team in reviewing California school construction and modernization projects to maximize funding opportunities. Communicate with government agency staff to determine project statuses. Manage correspondence and phone communications with internal staff and external clients. Collaborate with architectural project staff and district representatives. File necessary paperwork with appropriate agencies. Oversee specific program activities and projects daily. Consult with city and county planning departments and utility companies. Assist in developing and expediting schedules for project reviews by the CDE and OPSC. Establish and maintain systems for monitoring and reporting progress. Assist in preparing presentations and staff reports for district staff and the School Board. Independently perform complex administrative work, compiling records, logs, and reports related to funding programs and specific projects. Maintain organized filing systems and ensure document accuracy through proofreading and editing. Required Qualifications 4+ years of experience reviewing California school construction and modernization projects to maximize funding opportunities. Bachelor’s degree in planning, political science, communications, or a related field preferred but not required. Excellent organizational and planning abilities to work effectively and efficiently. Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting technical documentation. Strong oral and written communication skills, enabling effective interaction with staff, employees, state agencies and school districts. Ability to represent the firm professionally in all interactions. Willingness to travel within California for day trips or overnight stays. Eagerness to learn and grow. Must be eligible to work in the United States without need for work visa or residency sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Pro. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities. Pay Range

$70,000 - $90,000 USD

Legal Statement We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr DLR Group

Job Tags

Work at office, Visa sponsorship, Work visa, Night shift

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