ICF

Head Start Parent, Family and Community Engagement (PFCE) Specialist, Remote


PayCompetitive
LocationReston/Virginia
Employment typeFull-Time
  • Job Description

      Req#: R2600602
      Employer Industry: Early Childhood Education

      Why consider this job opportunity:
      - Salary up to $114,503.00
      - Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
      - Supportive and collaborative work environment
      - Flexibility of remote work arrangements
      - Chance to make a positive impact on early childhood education and community engagement
      - Involvement in high-impact initiatives that shape programmatic needs and policies

      What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
      - Provide expert guidance across all major Head Start content areas, including education, health, mental health, and family engagement
      - Utilize OHS systems for tracking, documentation, and analysis
      - Support the development of custom solutions and specialized work plans tailored to OHS needs
      - Prepare clear summaries, data briefs, and presentations for OHS leadership
      - Deliver on-site, group, and virtual training on governance and program management

      What is Required (Qualifications):
      - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in early childhood education, public administration, social sciences, public policy, or related field
      - 5+ years of experience supporting Head Start/Early Head Start programs or federal early childhood initiatives
      - 2+ years of experience supporting federal program initiatives or high-priority national projects
      - 2+ years of experience providing training or technical assistance in early childhood, governance, performance management, or fiscal oversight
      - US government-issued security clearance required (will be initiated upon hire)

      How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
      - Prior experience working within HHS, ACF, or OHS
      - Deep knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards and program operations
      - Familiarity with Smartsheet or other real-time data systems
      - Strong analytical skills, including experience with program data, quantitative analysis, and reporting
      - Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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  • About the company

      ICF International, Inc. 48 billion in revenue, with approximately 7,000 full and part time employees in more than 90 offices.

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