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Grants Management Specialist

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The Office of Acquisition and Grants Management is hiring a Grants Management Specialist (GS-1109-13/14 - $109,278 to $181,216 annually) in Lakewood (Colorado), Washington (DC), or Atlanta (Georgia). To apply, visit https://www.usajobs.gov/job/790320200 (open to U.S. Citizens). This job announcement closes on 05/21/2024.

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This position is in FHWA's Office of Acquisition and Grants Management. The selectee serves as a Grants Management Specialist responsible for a full range of activities in financial assistance, from selection to award and closeout. The incumbent supports program officials in planning sessions for discretionary grant programs; supports the award of grants and cooperative agreements; and monitors progress of grant awards to ensure compliance.

As a Grants Management Specialist, you will:

  • Be responsible for the negotiation, award, and administration of discretionary Federal assistance agreements (grants and cooperative agreements) for a wide range of programs to include research, specialized studies, and/or construction to support DOT and FHWA carry out their mission and strategic goals.
  • Apply skills and knowledge related to grants management policies, procedures, and regulations as defined by laws, rules, policies, procedures, and methods governing the administration of Federal grants and cooperative agreements.
  • Be responsible for pre-award functions such as drafting Notices of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs), budget review, risk assessments, and negotiation of terms and conditions for Federal assistance awards in accordance with 2 CFR 200 and agency policies, and procedures.
  • Review grant applications for eligibility and completeness. Provide technical advice and assistance in the development of criteria for evaluation of the grant applications and support the selection process.
  • Monitor and evaluate recipient performance, negotiate agreement changes, authorize payments, and resolve post-award issues.

The ideal candidate will have a solid background and experience in the award and administration of Federal financial assistance awards using applicable laws and regulations (such as 2 CFR 200).

The ideal candidate would possess expertise with developing Notices of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs), conducting budget reviews (to include cost analysis), risk assessments, and negotiation of terms and conditions for grants and cooperative agreements in accordance with 2 CFR 200.

The ideal candidate would possess expertise with post-award administration of financial assistance awards to ensures compliance with terms and conditions and applicable regulation and monitor the use of federal funds. It is recognized that the breadth and depth of experience will vary by grade level of the candidate. It is considered favorably, although not required, for the individual to have knowledge and familiarity with construction grants; interpreting applicable laws and regulations and providing advice and policy guidance; and providing training and technical assistance to program staff and/or grantees.

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