Grants Management Specialist

Full Job Description

At the GS-11 grade level, you will plan and manage assigned grants and renewals.

At the GS-12 grade level, you will manage Pre-Award and Post-Award activities and contribute to policy development and implementation.

At the GS-13 grade level, you will coordinate a complex portfolio of grants, agreements, and technical special projects.

You qualify at the GS-11 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements: A. completed a Ph.D.

or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or an LL.M., if related; OR B.

1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1.) Evaluating budget justifications by assisting with financial/cost analysis.

2.) Tracking expenditures to ensure compliance with grant/cooperative agreement terms and conditions. 3.) Advising applicants or grantees on administrative issues (e.g., incomplete application).

AND 4.) Developing grant/cooperative agreement-related documents (e.g., award notices, status reports). OR C.

a combination of post baccalaureate education and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position.

You qualify at the GS-12 level, if you have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1.) Advising applicants and grantees on financial and business management issues.

2.) Monitoring grant/cooperative agreement-related budget to prevent lapse in funding.

3.) Teaching grant/cooperative agreement-related procedures and requirements to junior-level colleagues or management.

AND 4.) Evaluating grant/cooperative agreements (e.g., reviewing reports, performing on-site visits) to ensure compliance with organizational policies (e.g., financial) and laws/regulations.

You qualify at the GS-13 level, if you have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1.) Establishing budget for grants/cooperative agreements across an organization.

2.) Recommending funding approval OR changes to terms and conditions of grants/cooperative agreements.

3.) Negotiating with external stakeholders on terms and conditions for grants/cooperative agreements (e.g., budget, award period).

4.) Partnering with senior-level leadership (e.g., executives, directors) to implement and evaluate research or construction-related grants/cooperative agreements.

AND 5.) Developing policies or procedures guiding all phases of the grant/cooperative agreement life cycle.

You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.

Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating.

Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy.

Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time.

Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12874564 Major Duties:

Participate in the planning and business management of the full range of assigned grants and renewal applications.

Participate in the negotiation of the budget, award period, and terms and conditions for grant awards. Advise applicants and grantees on financial and management issues relevant to their applications.

Provide assistance in the administration of the portfolio including setting appropriate work priorities.

Ensure that the awardee is in compliance with established administrative and financial policies, procedures, and sound business practices.

Process a full range of grant/agreement applications used to determine the selection of grant/agreement awards.

Provide advice, interpretation, and guidance on statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to the award program.

Provide guidance and/or training to lower-graded grants management staff.

If you are selected at the GS-11 or GS-12 level, you will essentially perform the same duties as those described above, however duties are less complex and will be performed under closer supervision with more detailed guidance.

If selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450 to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency.

This information is required annually. For information, visit the NIH Ethics website: https://ethics.od.nih.gov/fd.