TVC - Grant Specialist; Grant Specialist II

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All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed. To receive Military Employment preference, a copy of the DD Form 214 (member #1 not accepted), NA Form 13038, VA Summary Benefits Letter, or a DD form 1300 must be provided before an interview can be extended.

College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc. must be provided before an interview can be extended. If this information is not provided prior to the interview, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Attaching documents to the application is preferred. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

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The Texas Veterans + Family Alliance (TV+FA) grant program provides community-based, sustainable, evidence-based and accessible Behavioral Health Services to veterans and their families. The TV+FA grant program is a part of the Fund for Veterans’ Assistance Department  Grant Specialist serves as a member of the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans’ Assistance team and performs complex grant administrative, coordination and programmatic work.

Work involves interacting directly with grantee organizations to review, evaluate and process periodic reports and reimbursement requests from grantees. Grant Specialists will also assist with application and competitive grant selection processes.

To promote a strong environment, TVC maintains a telework policy. Telework is decided by the division and contingent on performance. Telework is not a contract of employment and if granted, may be terminated at any time and for any reason without notice.

• Establishes and maintains communications as the primary point of contact with assigned grantees via email and phone for the term of the grant.
• The Grant Specialist manages a grant portfolio of assigned grantee organizations serving Texas veterans and their family members.
• Reviews and processes programmatic and fiscal reports from organizations.
• Works with stakeholders to report and resolve technical and process-related issues.
• Reviews submitted grant applications based on established criteria.
• Reviews monthly expenditure reports for allowable expenses and prepares reimbursement requests.
• Responsible for applying policies, rules, and regulations regarding grant administration.
• Responsible for grant administration via established work processes.
• Verifies and coordinates grant closeout eligibility for grantees.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• May prepare and deliver presentations and written materials to stakeholders and the business community.
• Work hours other than 8-5 may be required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Experience may be substituted for education on a year-by-year basis. College Transcripts are required and must be provided before an interview can be extended, it is preferred they be attached to the application.

At least one (1) year of experience as a Grants Coordinator/Specialist in administration of matching grant programs, non-profit accounting, project management, contract management, or public/financial administration experience.

• A valid Texas Driver’s License must be provided within 90 days of hire.
• The selected candidate must complete the Grants Management (Pass-Through Track) Certificate Program through Management Concepts within 18 months of hire date (if not already completed).

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major…