Grant Specialist; Austin

Grant Specialist (Austin) (826328) 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.

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 judgement.

• Provide guidance and assistance to external clients regarding grant administration, policies, and procedures; and resolve related issues and concerns.
• Review submitted grant applications and determine 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 create 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 the 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 provide 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.

• 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.
• The selected candidate must obtain Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) certification and Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) certification within six months of employment. Certification must be maintained throughout employment.

• Experience in the administration, development, coordination, and monitoring of grants.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, or a related field.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to grants and/or contract administration; business administration principles and practices; and research and budgeting processes.
• Three 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 program planning and development.
• Ability to oversee the work of others.
• Current certifications as a Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) and/or Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD).

• Family Friendly Certified Workplace.
• Competitive starting 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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

While frequent travel is not expected for this position, duty may require no more than 10% travel within the state of Texas on rare occasions for annual conferences or meetings. If asked to travel for these rare events, TWC travel policies will apply. Duty requires the ability to lift 25 pounds. May work hours other than 8‑5, M‑F. Overtime may be required as needed.

Written and computer exercises will be given prior to an interview.

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.