Grant Specialist (Austin)

WHO WE ARE:
Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is located at 1117 Trinity St, Austin, Texas. This position can be performed within either of these departments: Strategic Workforce Grants department, or the AEL & Apprenticeship Grants department.

TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.

WHO YOU ARE: 
We encourage all to apply who are experienced professional who excels in grant management and administration, bringing a strong understanding of applicable laws, regulations, and best practices. You are adept at collaborating with diverse stakeholders and contributing to the effective implementation of grant-funded initiatives. Your expertise and insight allow you to work effectively within guidelines, and ensure all parties understand the nuances of expectations.
 
WHAT YOU WILL DO: 
The Grant Specialist III performs highly complex (senior-level) grant development, coordination, and administration work. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

YOU WILL BE TRUSTED TO:
- Provide guidance and assistance to external clients regarding grant administration, policies, and procedures; and resolves related issues and concerns.
- Review submitted grant applications and determines the applicant’s eligibility for award based on established criteria.
- Coordinate and approve work plans and timeliness to ensure submission of state or federal grant applications and program reports in a timely manner.
- Coordinate, research, and identify sources of external funds and creates proposals to secure funds for new grant opportunities and grant renewal opportunities
- Develop and edit grant documents incorporating stakeholder feedback.
- Monitor the implementation, management, evaluation, and close-out of grants according to rules and regulations. 
- Serve as a subject matter expert in area of grant administration.
- Serve as a liaison between the agency, the State and grant funding sources by attending meetings, responding to information requests and resolving issues between parties involved.
- Monitor performance of grant deliverables and expenditures and provides feedback to external clients on progress.
- Special Projects: Participate in projects related to data management, developing and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures, and providing analysis on grant performance.
-  Perform related work as assigned and required to meet the mission and goals of the department, division, and the Texas Workforce Commission agency.

 YOU QUALIFY WITH: 
-Two years of full-time experience in the administration, development, coordination, and monitoring of grants.
-Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position. 

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH: 
- Knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to grants and/or contract administration; business administration principles and practices; and research and budgeting processes. 
- Two years of full-time experience in the administration, development, coordination, and monitoring of grants
- Ability to interpret guidelines, policies, procedures, and regulations; to evaluate fiscal data for reasonableness, necessity, and conformity with grant requirements; and to communicate effectively. 
- Knowledge of business administration, including financial management and accounting. 
- Ability to oversee the work of others. 
- Current certifications as a Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) and/or Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD).

YOU GAIN: 
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace.  
- Competitive salary: $4,870.00 - $5,120.00/month
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan 
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts 
- Medical Insurance 
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave 
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits. 

Duty involves up to 10% travel within the state of Texas.

VETERANS:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PropertyManagementandProcurement.pdf 

HOW TO APPLY: 
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo (Job Search). TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, now or in the future, for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals currently on H-1B, F-1 (OPT/CPT), or H-4 visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.