Elgin Independent School District-Job Description - ACE Project Director

Sep 13, 2026

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Job description for the ACE (Afterschool Centers on Education) Project Director position at Elgin Independent School District, under the Texas 21st Century Learning Centers Grant (100% grant funded). The role manages and oversees day-to-day grant operations for Cycle 11, ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines. Responsibilities include coordinating implementation, collecting and analyzing program data, serving as liaison with the Texas Department of Education and external evaluator, supporting budgets, producing status reports and presentations, and conducting site visits for compliance verification and grant closeout. Continued employment depends on grant funding.

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ACE (Afterschool Centers on Education) Project Director Job Description

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Elgin Independent School District-Job Description | Job Title
ACE (Afterschool Centers on Education) Project Director | | Dept./School
Administrative & Student Services | Reports to:
Deputy Superintendent | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Pay Grade:
6 AP | Duty Days:
226 | FLSA Status
Exempt / Professional | Date Revised
July 2022 | Texas 21 st Century Learning Centers Grant 100% Grant Funded Position is grant funded and is contingent upon grant funds Primary Purpose: Manage, coordinate, and oversee day-to-day operations of all grant activities of the Elgin ISD ACE Program-Texas 21 st Learning Centers Grant, Cycle 11 according to state and federal grant guidelines. Continued employment beyond the grant period is not guaranteed. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Master’s degree from an accredited university in the education field Administrative certification preferred Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge or experience working with community youth programs is a plus Knowledge of modern grant administration practices, methods, resources, standards, and compliance Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives Ability to exercise independent judgment for effective outcomes Ability to maintain good working relationships with staff, volunteers, community, and others Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication Ability to analyze complex information and synthesize into usable products Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, perform data analysis, and do word processing Ability to meet established deadlines Ability to work with minimal supervision Knowledge of community resources Ability to establish community relationships Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience working with at risk youth and their families is required Experience working with 21 st Century Learning Centers or extended learning programs preferred Knowledge or experience working with community youth programs is a plus Experience in state and federal education grant management and compliance preferred Experience with staff supervision Major Responsibilities and Duties: 1. Manages grant project according to state and federal requirements. 2. Disseminates information, and explains grant restrictions, regulations, priorities, and deadlines to administrators and staff. 3. Collects and analyzes data using various data collection methods such as assessment, interviews and surveys. 4. Operates as the liaison between the Texas Department of Education, the Grant Accountant, campuses, and the external evaluator. 5. Assists the Grant Accountant in assuring that expenditures support program objectives and that budgets are consistent with the original grant application. 6. Provides regular status reports on grant implementation and timelines. 7. Prepares and presents presentations. 8. Ensures timely and proper reporting and compliance according to grant guideline schedules. 9. Responsible for grant closeout, including assurance that all purchase orders are paid and all goods and services are received within the grant award period. 10. Maintains good public relations. 11. Provides on-going monitoring and administrative support for campus grant implementation. 12. Performs site visits to verify program compliance with grant award agreements. 13. Performs other duties as assigned to accomplish grant goals. 14. Keeps superintendent and district administrators informed of training needs pertaining to grant implementation. Policy, Reports, and Law 15. Maintains master files on Texas 21 st Century Learning Centers Grant, including a database to track and report all grant activities within the district. Compiles, maintains and files all reports, records and other documents as required. 16. Monitors grant-funded programs and associated expenditures to ensure compliance with regulations and guidelines. 17. Complies with policies establishe

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What is the primary purpose of the ACE Project Director role?

Manage, coordinate, and oversee day-to-day operations of all grant activities for the Elgin ISD ACE Program-Texas 21st Learning Centers Grant, Cycle 11, according to state and federal grant guidelines.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Master’s degree in the education field from an accredited university, with administrative certification preferred. The role also requires knowledge of grant administration, strong organization and prioritization, independent judgment, and communication skills.

How does the position support compliance and reporting?

It ensures timely and proper reporting and compliance with grant schedule requirements, maintains master files and databases for grant activities, monitors expenditures and funded programs, and performs site visits to verify compliance with grant award agreements.

Sep 13, 2026

Uploaded by Quinn