Grants Management Specialist – DIRECT HIRE

Job title:

Grants Management Specialist – DIRECT HIRE

Company

Federal government of the United States

Job description

SummaryThis position is in the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Office of the Secretary (OST), Office of Grants and Financial Assistance (GFA). GFA is a new office within OST that was established to enhance grants management and financial assistance administration throughout DOT, including efforts to support implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). DOT values a highly diverse workforce and is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity and belonging.Overview

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Open & closing dates10/24/2024 to 11/07/2024Salary$99,200 – $181,216 per yearSalaries for all areas are available on the OPM website at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2023/general-schedule/Pay scale & gradeGS 12 – 14Location2 vacancies in the following location:Location Negotiable After SelectionRemote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—This position may be eligible for occasional and/or regularly scheduled telework.Travel RequiredOccasional travel – Occasional travel may be required.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-time – Full TimeServiceCompetitivePromotion potential14Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit status– This is a Bargaining unit position represented by AFGE 1133. GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13 are covered by the union; GS-14 is not.Announcement numberOST.M-2025-0002Control number815843300This job is open toClarification from the agencyApplications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen. Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill this position. The ‘Rule of Three’, Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy.DutiesAs a Grants Management Specialist (Policy), you will:

• Complete grants evidence-based policy analysis to provide leadership with accurate and timely data, policy options, and recommendations. Work with senior leaders to develop and implement policy changes.
• Serve as a grants and financial assistance policy technical expert. Oversee the application of complex DOT grant and financial assistance related regulations and policies, providing expert advice and guidance to across the Department.
• Develop Departmental guidance and policies to support implementation of 2 C.F.R. and other Departmental and Administration policy priorities.
• Support the development and implementation of the Office Grants and Financial Assistance Workforce Certification and Training program.
• Communicate with stakeholders at multiple levels of DOT to share information, provide feedback, explain decision-making, negotiate with, and persuade audiences, and respond to questions as required.

The ideal candidate for this position has expert knowledge regarding financial assistance, and experience providing technical assistance and coordination across a large-complex organization on the development and implementation of financial assistance policy.RequirementsConditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. citizen & meet specialized experience to qualify
• Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date
• Required documents must be submitted by the closing date.
• Direct Hire Authority will be used to fill this position

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service.
• GOVERNMENT TRAVEL CARD: This position involves travel. A government contractor-issued travel card will be issued and must be retained for official business only.
• PCS/RELOCATION/RECRUITMENT: Permanent Change of Station (PCS), Relocation, and Recruitment Incentive authorization varies by position/selection and a service agreement may be required.
• BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: You may be required to complete a background/security investigation and meet preliminary requirements prior to onboarding.
• TELEWORK ELIGIBILITY: This position may be eligible for occasional and/or regularly scheduled telework. The number of telework days approved will be determined by your immediate supervisor or manager following the agency’s telework policy and guidance. If participating in the telework program, you will be required to sign a telework agreement detailing agency telework policy requirements, working conditions, and expectations for the position.

• PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Applicants may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
• REMOTE WORK: This position may be eligible for remote work upon manager discretion.

QualificationsTo meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet either the education or specialized experience requirements for the grade at which you are requesting consideration.To qualify for the Grade 12, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-11 it must include:

• Experience interpreting guidance and providing technical assistance to support grant program that comply with the laws, regulations, and formally established policies.
• Communicate with grants and/or financial assistance stakeholders at multiple levels to share information, provide feedback, explain decision-making, and respond to questions as required.
• Experience conducting grants and financial assistance policy analysis and make recommendations for improvements as needed.

You cannot qualify on education at the GS-12; you must have experience.To qualify for the Grade 13, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-12, it must include:

• Experience building partnerships with colleagues, offices that directly administer grants, senior leadership, and other internal and external stakeholders as appropriate.
• Experience analyzing grants related policy issues and developing recommendations for improvements as needed.
• Experience contributing to the development and implementation of grants and financial assistance policy to improve grant program administration.

You cannot qualify on education at the GS-13; you must have experience.To qualify for the Grade 14, you must have at least one year of experience equal or equivalent to the GS-13, it must include:

• Experience building partnerships with colleagues, offices that directly administer grants, senior leadership, and other internal and external stakeholders as appropriate to identify challenges and opportunities to improve the administration of grant program(s).
• Experience analyzing grants related policy issues, develop options, and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Experience leading efforts to develop and implement grants and financial assistance policy to improve grant program administration, including outreach and technical assistance to support implementation.

You cannot qualify on education at the GS-14; you must have experience.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: * Grants Management Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines – Knowledge of the principles, laws, regulations, policies, practices, and guidelines (for example, Executive Orders, Code of Federal Regulations, OMB Circulars) of grant or financial assistance programs, including their order of precedence.

• Creativity and Innovation – Develops new insights into situations; questions conventional approaches; encourages new ideas and innovations; designs and implements new or cutting-edge programs/processes.
• Stakeholder Management – Knowledge of the concepts, practices, and techniques used to identify, engage, influence, and monitor relationships with individuals and groups connected to a work effort; including those actively involved, those who exert influence over the process and its results, and those who have a vested interest in the outcome (positive or negative).
• Decision Making – Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.
• Policy Analysis – Analyzing and evaluating grants and financial assistance regulations, principles, and policies; makes decisions or recommendations to interpret, implement, or develop policy and guidance.

For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.EducationAdditional informationThe Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant’s criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with and certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, . To learn more, please visit our page at:This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.Qualified CTAP/ICTAP candidates receive priority and will be referred to the hiring manager.

• Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .

Expected salary

$99200 – 181216 per year

Location

Salt Lake City, UT

Job date

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 22:08:57 GMT

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