The Technical Expert II (TE II) is a child welfare subject matter expert working collaboratively with TEs and project leadership and is responsible for ensuring the design and delivery of training and technical assistance (T/TA) and deliverables for/with JBS projects and initiatives. The TE II may provide coaching and guidance for and with staff and consultants/collaborators in supporting and implementing effective, high-quality T/TA and communicate with the JBS client(s) per established project guidelines. The TE II may also be called upon to supervise project-affiliated JBS staff. The Innovation and Advancement Navigator will serve as the primary point of contact for the Regional Offices to lead the coordination effort in providing jurisdictions with tailored services In this role, the Innovation and Advancement Navigator will expect to:
Develop and maintain a deep understanding of jurisdictional needs based on review of their Child and Family Services Plan (CFSP), Title IV-E State Plan, Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), Annual Progress and Services Report (APSR), Program Improvement Plan, and the Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) plan; awareness of all CB-funded efforts happening in a jurisdiction; and meaningful partnership with CB Regional Office ad Central Office personnel
Utilize strong communication and facilitation skills
Leverage a deep knowledge of child welfare policy and practice as well as federal child welfare program requirements and improvement processes (including Title IV-E and IV-E prevention services, CFSRs, Title IV-B, Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA), CFSPs and CFSRs to inform efforts to make systemic and practice level change
Demonstrate ability to synthesize information to support decision making and innovation in the development of comprehensive and integrated technical assistance plans
Ensure regular internal communication with Project Lead
Lead the development of a TA project plan
Work collaboratively with NCWCIA teams to identify subject matter experts to deliver services to jurisdictions
Provide content, review and feedback on jurisdictional reports, and 6- and 12-month reports
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Maintain professional expertise in content area, ensuring that subject area knowledge remains current; identify trends, emerging issues, policies, and evidence-based practices (EBPs) and share them with program area staff, other TEs, senior management, our clients, and other JBS staff as appropriate.
Maintain communication with assigned project/client contacts, responding to requests; participating in meetings; providing up-to-date information about trends, issues, policies, and EBPs; offering recommendations regarding effective T/TA approaches for grantees, topics for project meetings and/or workshops, and skilled consultants and presenters.
Work with other TEs, the project's senior management team, and JBS clients to identify trends in T/TA needs, analyze which types of T/TA work and why, identify emerging issues, and design long-term strategies for taking grantees to higher levels of performance/outcomes.
Contribute to the preparation and finalization of written deliverables, including site visit reports, meeting reports, technical documents, and other products (e.g., PowerPoint presentations) as requested by clients.
Minimum Job Qualifications: Education:
Experience:
At least 15 years of relevant work experience.
Demonstrated applied expertise in child welfare and related child, family and human services topic areas.
Demonstrated expert-level subject matter expertise in public child welfare, the full continuum of child welfare practices, and topics related to prevention, safety, permanency, and child and family well-being.
Language:
Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust clearance. Location: Candidates who reside within a 50-mile radius of our North Bethesda, MD or San Mateo, CA office, will be considered hybrid employees. Otherwise, it is a remote opportunity. Physical Requirements:
computer keyboard and mouse
Vision: Must be able to see and read computer screens and printed materials
Dexterity: Capable of using hands and fingers to operate equipment and perform
tasks requiring precision
Communication: Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with
team members and stakeholders
Mobility: Frequently required to stand, walk, reach, and bend to access office
equipment and attend meetings
Lifting: Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds for short distances
Sensory Abilities: Must be able to perceive and interact with the environment
using hearing and speaking skills
Work Environment: Primarily works in a typical office environment, with
exposure to computer screens and moderate noise levels
Preferred job requirements:
Experience: 3 years' direct program management experience. At least 2 years' supervisory experience. Consulting and contract management experience. Federal government contracting experience.
Language: Fluency in a language other than English
Skills:
Interacts well with others in a positive, courteous, and professional manner; functions well as a member of a team and is also able to work independently and without extensive supervision and follows chain of command to address personnel or management concerns.
Honors, respects, and celebrates cultural differences. Effective, clear, and professional writing and oral communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Knowledge:
Software Proficiency: Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED: This position description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the position, nor will it be the sole basis for any subsequent employee evaluations. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor. This position is subject to availability of funds and to any and all restrictions contained in the contract or contracts that provide funding for this position. APPLICATION INFORMATION: If you meet the minimum requirements for this position, please click on the "Apply" link posted below and complete the application. Please include cover letter, resume, and at least (3) professional references. Our company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Applicants can learn more about the company's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster at EEOPost.pdf. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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JBS International
Oct 03, 2025