Employment

Grants and Compliance Accountant

Job Summary:

This position is primarily responsible for post-award grant administration and related project accounting. The Grant and Compliance Accountant provides internal support and accounting functions to program managers and agency leadership for the organization’s government grants, foundation grants, and restricted donations. This position is responsible to maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and funder requirements. Duties include support of payroll, AP, AR and journal entries; assisting with the budget and audits; completing monthly and year-end grant and fund close procedures, and assisting in the preparation of financial reports as needed.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Review grant contracts
• Record revenue and expenses for each assigned fund
• Monitor budget to actual in coordination with program managers and others
• Report expenses and submit invoices to funders
• Close-out grants
• Monitor compliance, communicate and enforce established internal control practices
• Ensure that accounting records are maintained for assigned programs, as required by program regulations and generally accepted accounting principles.
• Assist with reconciliation of accounts;
• Complete journal entries as needed;
• Assist in preparation for program and agency audits and monitoring visits;
• Assist with application of cost allocation plan;
• Advise and implement new procedures as needed;
• Provide back-up for Payroll and A/P; support 1099 completion and distribution;
• Assist others in the administrative and fiscal department with special projects, and other duties as assigned;
• Other Tasks Assigned.

Other Job Duties:

• Act as an ambassador of WCCA in the community;
• Contribute to the overall success of the organization by working together to achieve the mission of “Working in partnership with the community to empower residents to improve their physical, social and economic well-being.”;
• Demonstrate cultural competence in the workplace and respectfully interact with all employees, program participants, vendors, and other internal and external stakeholders ;
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining professional networks; participating in professional organizations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to utilize accounting software
• Expert skills in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to accurately apply Generally Accepted Accounting Procedures (GAAP)
• Knowledge of internal control procedures to safeguard assets
• Effective communication and ability to work collaboratively
• Self-starter able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Detail-oriented and highly organized work style
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities to ensure completion of work in a timely and efficient manner
• Ability to utilize sound judgment when working with secure information and maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively in a mission-driven agency with diverse staff and clients

Education and Experience (Minimum Requirements):

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred;
• Three years of related experience Required;
• Experience in a non-profit is preferred;
• Experience with fund accounting is preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting: Office

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute: Maple Lake, MN 55358 (Required)

Ability to Relocate: Maple Lake, MN 55358: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Disclaimer:

The above statements are not intended to either encompass all functions and qualifications of the position or be an official Job Description. Rather, they are intended to provide a general framework of the requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other functions not specifically addressed in this job description.

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Family Resource Center Manager

(Full Time, Exempt)

Job Summary:

The primary role of the Family Resource Center Manager is to lead and manage the development and operation of an FRC model in Wright County, MN. In simple terms, this nationwide model is a community-led hub that bundles and co-locates services. This position will be responsible for directly coordinating support services and collaborating with community partners. The position supervises staff, including cultural navigators.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in social work, human services, psychology, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in program development and administration.
• Knowledge and experience working with community education, health, nutrition, or social services-related organizations in a collaborative manner.
• Knowledge of the five protective factors and the Strengthening Families approach, preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in a supervisory role, preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Experience working with confidential data.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain Standards of Quality certification within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to work with a variety of clients and organizations in a confidential/professional manner.
• Ability to perform job duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Have proven ability to take initiative and handle multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating attention to detail and accuracy.
• Must possess strong organizational, managerial, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to supervise, delegate, guide, and direct employees.
• Access to reliable transportation for regular local business travel.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds.
• Ability to operate computers in daily operations.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Promote a culture of strengthening and empowering families.
• Manage and oversee the day-to-day FRC operations focused on the health and well-being of children and families and the five protective factors.
• Identify, plan, and implement core programming.
• Build the capacity of parent advisory group (s).
• Supervise, train, evaluate, and mentor staff to ensure the FRC provides a high-quality, appropriate, and culturally sensitive program.
• Maintain effective communication with families, staff, community partners, and the greater community.
• Ensure contractual expectations and program targets are met.
• Oversee quality controls for the FRC, including monitoring program outcomes and evaluating program effectiveness.
• Work closely with colleagues throughout Wright County to be knowledgeable about the services and opportunities available to our community and how to access and coordinate them, thereby filling gaps in available services.
• Assist the Community Services & Planning Director with program budget development and management.
• Oversee contract compliance and report program data and outcomes to funders as appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure privacy in communications about children, families, staff and colleagues.
• Represent FRC with funders and the larger community and contribute to grant writing, fund development, and marketing.
• Contribute to team effort and meet regularly with leaders of other WCCA programs to plan and monitor initiative implementation and ensure integration of program operations.
• Other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate.

Statement of Understanding:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list or responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract of employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Wright County Community Action.

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Head Start Teacher

Wright County Community Action (WCCA) is seeking a Teacher to join our Head Start team in Montrose who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families. You will be responsible for planning and implementing engaging curriculum that promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. This position works 40 hours per week during the school year.

The WCCA Head Start program provides free learning and development opportunities for eligible families and their children ages 3-5 with services that promote school readiness and parent engagement, while also helping families connect to a larger community network. Through community based child and family development programming, we provide a variety of learning experiences to help children develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally. Activities focus on developing language, literacy, creativity, math and science skills, social function and more. Students and families enrolled in Head Start also receive health, dental, and nutrition services, and community resources and referrals. Head Start provides services to all children, including those with special health, developmental or nutritional needs.

This position works full-time during the school year only with benefits being available year-round for contracted staff.

Required Education and Experience:

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education, or equivalent coursework.
• Classroom experience as an Early Childhood Educator.
• Experience within a Head Start classroom is preferred
• Must meet State Licensing requirements for First Aid and CPR certification, Child Passenger Safety training, physical examination, and pass a MN DHS required background study.
• Experience and ability to work with Spanish speaking parents and children preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to relate to and work with staff and parents.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to utilize and operate computers in child activities.
• Must be able to act as bus monitor.

WCCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Pay: Starting at $33,569.52 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

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Head Start Substitute Teacher

Substitute Teachers implement daily activities for enrolled families and children and assist staff with daily center-based operations. Substitutes work at our Head Start Centers, located in: Annandale, Buffalo, Delano, Howard Lake, Monticello, Mound, Rogers, and Montrose.

Pay: $18.69 – $24.71/hr

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Head Start Substitute Assistant Teacher

Substitute Assistant Teachers assist the Head Teacher with planning and daily implementation of the Head Start center-based activities for low-income families and children.

Substitutes work at our Head Start Centers, located in: Annandale, Buffalo, Delano, Howard Lake, Monticello, Mound, Rogers, and Montrose.

Pay: $18.69 – $24.71/hr

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