Other Transactions Agreement Specialist

Full Job Description

Do you have experience with Other Transaction Agreements (OTA's)? If so, we have a position for you!

The Office of Other Transactions Authority (OTA) is recruiting for Other Transactions Agreement Specialists who have experience with oversight of a complex award portfolio ensuring compliance with established administrative and financial policies and procedures.

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: reviews applications for completeness and compliance with applicable policies and regulations; analyzes budgets and financial documentation to determine the allowability, allocability, and reasonableness of proposed costs; monitors awards to ensure compliance with Federal policies and requirements throughout the lifecycle of the agreement; coordinates with program and financial staff to identify and resolve administrative or financial issues; assists with the development and improvement of policies and procedures related to agreement management.

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: evaluates applications for compliance with applicable policies and regulations and analyzes budgets and financial arrangements to ensure appropriate use of funds; establishes award terms and conditions and advises applicants and recipients on administrative and financial requirements; drafts modifications to agreements and oversees closeout actions to ensure proper completion of award requirements; tracks expenditures to ensure sound stewardship of funds and contributes to the development of policies and procedures related to agreement management.

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: manages a complex portfolio of Other Transaction (OT) agreements, independently evaluating and negotiating applications to ensure compliance with administrative, financial, and regulatory requirements; provides expert guidance to program officials and recipients and resolves complex or sensitive issues related to OT awards; assists in the review and drafting of agreements while ensuring sound business practices and program integrity; develops policies, procedures, and internal controls and leads special projects to strengthen the management and oversight of OT agreements and similar programs.

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/12903945 Major Duties:

Participates in the planning and business management of the full range OT applications and existing awards for the assigned Institute/Center, including clinical trial networks, research consortia, or a program of comparable complexity.

Works cooperatively with the sponsoring program and others in the OTA Office in evaluating, negotiating, and executing the management aspects of OT applications and successfully resolving issues among the parties.

Reviews applications and ascertains the allowability, allocability, reasonableness, and consistency of recommended direct costs, giving particular attention to Facilities & Administrative (F&A) cost rates and patient care rates, as applicable.

Performs post-award monitoring of OTs similar to those noted above as pre-award evaluation activities.

Reviews requested changes and recommends approval those that are consistent with NIH and HHS policies and procedures, to support the OT Agreement Officer exercise of commitment authority to obligate funds.

Provides expert and authoritative advice, interpretation, and guidance on statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to the award program in general and individual applications and proposals.

Monitors awardee performance to ensure compliance with terms and conditions of agreements, negotiates with awardees to resolve problems of fund obligations, and determines what corrective action should be taken to ensure compliance.

Supports the development of policy initiatives in response to critical problems or as needed, determined by changing circumstances.

Reviews proposed NIH and DHHS policies, determines their impact on OTA management operations, and recommends response.

Identifies need for development of new, or revisions of existing policies and operating guidelines.

Reviews and comments on proposed changes in rules or regulations, conducts special studies, and prepares special reports.

Serves as a technical authority and resource in communication and correspondence with awardees and federal staff.