Grant Compliance Analyst - Compliance Division

Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Compliance Division is looking for a Grant Compliance Analyst based in Austin, Texas. A successful candidate will have the opportunity to serve as a subject matter expert and coordinate cross-divisional and third party education initiatives. If you are looking to advance your career, TxDOT's Compliance Division offers opportunities to continue your education through job-related professional certifications. We will pay for certification study materials and fees as well as training to fulfill annual Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements. 

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Performs grant compliance analysis, training, and technical assistance work for the Texas Department of Transportation and external stakeholders in the Compliance Division. Responsibilities include interpreting federal and state grant requirements, coordinating with internal teams and partners, and publishing guidance materials. Focus areas include Uniform Grant Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), Texas Grant Management Standards, and circulars from FTA, FHWA, and NHTSA. The role also involves monitoring policy updates, maintaining data dashboards, and presenting findings to leadership. Work requires contact with high-level executives and other governmental agencies. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

• Prepares written reports and presents findings to senior executives and other governmental agencies.
   
• Researches, reviews, and analyzes multiple projects and grant programs including interpreting federal and state requirements such as Uniform Grant Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), Texas Grant Management Standards, and circulars related to FTA, FHWA, and NHTSA funding.
   
• Provides assistance with government funded grant related compliance issues.
   
• Verifies compliance with specific grant requirements by conducting desk and/or onsite reviews.
   
• Attends agency workgroup meetings as necessary to remain up to date of changes to policy, rules, and the agency needs.
   
• Assists the immediate team as well as internal and external stakeholders with policies relating to compliance and grants administration.
   
• Collaborates with TxDOT granting divisions, oversight districts, the Financial Management Division, and external partners to ensure alignment and compliance.
   
• Performs routine grant compliance reviews to determine compliance with laws, rules, and regulations coordinating closely with TxDOT divisions, districts, and the Financial Management Division to support oversight and compliance efforts.
   
• Develops presentations and conducts grant compliance training for TxDOT granting divisions and external stakeholders.
   
• Monitors, analyzes, and tracks federal and state legislation, rules, regulations, and policy updates relating to grant management.
   
• Develops guidance materials and publishes data for internal and external audiences, and contributes to quarterly Compliance newsletter, grant-related data sheets, and web content.
   
• Maintains and updates data dashboards including analyzing large datasets.
   
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
   
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
   
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Bachelor's Degree in related discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

One year of experience in research, compliance analysis, data analytics, legal analysis, and/or auditing work. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. 

Considerable knowledge of

• Applicable analysis methodologies
   
• Research techniques and methodologies
   
• Data analysis and interpretation
   
• Performance monitoring and reporting standards
   
• Developing training and education materials/programs
   
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
   
• Analyze laws, rules, regulations, and grant data
   
• State and Federal Grant Management Requirements
   
• Laws and regulations pertaining to state and federal grant administration

Expert skill in

• Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area
   
• Data searches and evaluating large amounts of data.
   
• Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
   
• Conducting interviews
   
• Developing and giving presentations
   
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

Proficient skill in

• Research and analysis methodologies
   
• Maintaining a safe working environment
   
• Collaborating and cooperating with others to build effective working relationships with internal and external members to accomplish organizational goals
   
• Preparing concise and accurate reports
   
• Determining needs and gathering, analyzing, and presenting data to provide accurate information for management/department use.

Ability to

• Communicate effectively
   
• Understand complex problems and explore alternative solutions
   
• Organize and prioritize own work schedule
   
• Clearly communicate with management and team members regarding potential obstacles, timelines, documentation, and findings.
   
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

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The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

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