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McKinney-Vento Coordinator

Lansing School District· Office of School Culture – Meet and Confer
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Lansing, MI$47.1k - $87kMeet and Confer Standard (40 hours/week - 52 weeks/year)Posted 4mo ago

About the role

Oversee implementation of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and coordinate services for students, youth, and families experiencing homelessness within the Ingham County Consortium; primary liaison between students, families, districts, community organizations, and state agencies to ensure educational stability, access to resources, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Process new McKinney-Vento referrals and establish direct connections with caregivers, parents, guardians, students and schools.
  • Advocate for McKinney-Vento and FORT clients with school staff, community partners, housing agencies, and service providers.
  • Mediate and resolve concerns involving parents, school personnel, supervisors, transportation staff, and community partners throughout Ingham County.
  • Provide technical support and routing assistance for behavioral concerns related to FORT transportation services and vans.
  • Participate in community outreach, engagement activities, and resource fairs to increase awareness of available services.
  • Schedule, coordinate, and facilitate meetings, trainings and workshops as well as host program events.
  • Maintain inventory and oversee distribution of high-volume program supplies, materials, and resources.
  • Disseminate resources, guidance, and materials to consortium members and participating districts as needed.
  • Participate in district professional development opportunities and training activities.
  • Write, submit, and manage grant applications and funding opportunities.
  • Develop, monitor, and maintain grant budgets in collaboration with accounting and administrative staff.
  • Complete and submit monthly mileage reports, PARS, PCard logs, and other required documentation in a timely, accurate manner.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential records of identified McKinney-Vento students using Synergy, Google Sheets, and other approved data systems.
  • Collect, analyze, and compile consortium data for submission to the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) and other agencies as required.
  • Monitor program outcomes and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
  • Provide technical assistance, guidance, and support to McKinney-Vento consortium districts regarding program implementation and compliance.
  • Collaborate with schools, state and federal agencies, and community organizations to support student success.
  • Serve as a resource to school personnel regarding McKinney-Vento laws, best practices, and available supports for students experiencing homelessness.
  • Participate with the Continuum of Care (COC) and other community networks.
  • Attend monthly MDE Grant Coordinator meetings and the annual Special Populations Conference.
  • Represent the organization in professional, community, and interagency partnerships.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Human Services, Public Administration, or a related field (Preferred)
  • Experience working with at-risk youth, families experiencing homelessness, educational programs, or community services.
  • Experience with grant management, budgeting, reporting, and compliance requirements.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and funding streams simultaneously.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the consortium service area.

Skills

Required:Grant managementBudgeting and financial oversightData collection and reportingCommunication and advocacyInterpersonal relationship building
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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