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Hi, I’m Tirzah Jones. I’m a project manager and public service professional with over a decade of experience in student services, grant administration, and compliance-focused work. I thrive on coordinating multidisciplinary teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and shaping programs that empower people to succeed. I have a proven track record of managing the full grant lifecycle—from research and proposal development to award stewardship—raising up to $3M in funding for community projects while keeping reporting 100% compliant. I enjoy translating client needs into practical solutions and collaborating with product, finance, and program teams to drive meaningful outcomes.…Hi, I’m Tirzah Jones. I’m a project manager and public service professional with over a decade of experience in student services, grant administration, and compliance-focused work. I thrive on coordinating multidisciplinary teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and shaping programs that empower people to succeed. I have a proven track record of managing the full grant lifecycle—from research and proposal development to award stewardship—raising up to $3M in funding for community projects while keeping reporting 100% compliant. I enjoy translating client needs into practical solutions and collaborating with product, finance, and program teams to drive meaningful outcomes.

Tirzah Jones

Project Manager, Community Manager, Content Producer, +1

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Hi, I’m Tirzah Jones. I’m a project manager and public service professional with over a decade of experience in student services, grant administration, and compliance-focused work. I thrive on coordinating multidisciplinary teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and shaping programs that empower people to succeed. I have a proven track record of managing the full grant lifecycle—from research and proposal development to award stewardship—raising up to $3M in funding for community projects while keeping reporting 100% compliant. I enjoy translating client needs into practical solutions and collaborating with product, finance, and program teams to drive meaningful outcomes.…Hi, I’m Tirzah Jones. I’m a project manager and public service professional with over a decade of experience in student services, grant administration, and compliance-focused work. I thrive on coordinating multidisciplinary teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and shaping programs that empower people to succeed. I have a proven track record of managing the full grant lifecycle—from research and proposal development to award stewardship—raising up to $3M in funding for community projects while keeping reporting 100% compliant. I enjoy translating client needs into practical solutions and collaborating with product, finance, and program teams to drive meaningful outcomes.

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Hi, I’m Tirzah Jones. I’m a project manager and public service professional with over a decade of experience in student services, grant administration, and compliance-focused work. I thrive on coordinating multidisciplinary teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and shaping programs that empower people to succeed.

I have a proven track record of managing the full grant lifecycle—from research and proposal development to award stewardship—raising up to $3M in funding for community projects while keeping reporting 100% compliant. I enjoy translating client needs into practical solutions and collaborating with product, finance, and program teams to drive meaningful outcomes.

Work Experience

GED Grant Coordinator at East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT)

March 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021

Managed GED grant compliance and strategic program execution; led initiatives to improve employee experience through predictive scheduling tools; developed policies for grant-funded programs and ensured regulatory compliance; designed and delivered course content aligned with syllabi and objectives; maintained attendance and grading records; provided one-on-one student support outside of class.

Central Financial Services Officer at Ancora Education

March 1, 2018 - March 1, 2019

Provided guidance on admissions, financial aid, and academic planning to diverse student populations; helped students navigate policies and resources to support retention and success; gathered and processed financial aid documents (CPS/COD); processed Return to Title IV funds and calculated SULA.

Grant Manager at Charlie's Favorite Angels, Inc.

January 1, 2015 - Present

Grant research and identification; proposal writing; maintain a master calendar for deadlines and reporting; partner with program managers and finance teams to collect data and prepare budgets; submit donor reports ensuring funds are used per grant agreement; build relationships with foundation, corporate, and government program officers; proposed 500+ grants and secured awards up to $3M.

Project Manager/Owner at Charlie's Favorite Angels, Inc.

January 1, 2015 - Present

Lead project initiatives and contract reviews; review and negotiate grants/contracts for federal compliance; manage financial reporting, invoicing, budgeting, and bookkeeping; design strategies that improve client efficiency by 25%; partner with product and engineering teams to launch high-impact features; oversee activations and merchandising teams.

Enrollment Representative at University of Phoenix

April 1, 2014 - July 1, 2015

Assisted students in applying for Title IV financial aid packaging and FAFSA processing; provided financial consulting to optimize funding; used Blackboard and PowerPoint to enhance student engagement; delivered weekly performance updates to stakeholders and helped resolve service delivery gaps.

Student Services Specialist at State of Arizona Department of Education – Hybrid

June 1, 2009 - October 1, 2023

First point of contact for 10 Maricopa County community colleges; facilitated student access to tutoring, financial aid, and counseling services; built partnerships with community organizations to support student success; utilized PeopleSoft and SIS for student records; coordinated the 2012 merger of ADM, ADV, and FINAID in the one-stop enrollment center.