- Location
- (Multiple States)
- Workplace
- Remote
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Management
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Closing date
- May 27, 2026
- Source
- ApplyToJob
Description
Position Overview
*This position is contingent upon award.The Grants Management Specialist provides consulting and implementation support to state, local, and education (SLED) agencies administering federally funded programs. This role ensures compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance), Build America, Buy America (BABA), and agency-specific federal requirements (e.g., DoD, FAA, FTA, CMS, FHWA, USDA, HUD).
This position supports the full lifecycle of grant-funded projects — from application through closeout — with a focus on procurement compliance, subrecipient oversight, financial controls, and audit readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise client agencies on federal grant compliance and procurement standards.
- Support grant application development, including drafting scopes of work and reviewing budgets.
- Provide post-award grant administration support, including subrecipient monitoring and compliance reviews.
- Ensure alignment with federal rules related to allowable costs, financial management, and property standards.
- Assist with required reporting, performance tracking, and grant closeout.
- Prepare agencies for audits and support resolution of audit findings.
- Develop practical tools, templates, and guidance to strengthen internal controls.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Finance, Business, Accounting, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in federal grant administration or grant-funded procurement.
- Strong working knowledge of 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance).
- Experience supporting federally funded programs at the state or local level.
- Understanding of subrecipient oversight, allowable costs, and audit requirements.
- Excellent written communication and analytical skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional certification (CPA, CGFM, CGMS, or similar).
- Experience with BABA compliance.
- Experience working with SLED agencies.
- Familiarity with federal reporting and reimbursement systems.
Skills
ComplianceProcurementCPA