At the GS-9 grade level, you will assist in coordinating simple funding actions that begin the grantee award process. At the GS-11 grade level, you will participate in the planning and business management of the full range of assigned grants and renewal applications. At the GS-12 grade level, you will participate in Pre-Award and Post-Award activities, and contribute to the initiation, refinement and implementation of applicable policies and procedural guidance.

Duties

Participate in the planning and business management of the full range of assigned grants and renewal applications. Participate in the negotiation of the budget, award period, and terms and conditions for grant awards. Advise applicants and grantees on financial and management issues relevant to their applications. Provide assistance in the administration of the portfolio including setting appropriate work priorities. Ensure that the awardee is in compliance with established administrative and financial policies, procedures, and sound business practices. Process a full range of grant/agreement applications used to determine the selection of grant/agreement awards. Provide advice, interpretation, and guidance on statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to the award program. Provide guidance and/or training to lower-graded grants management staff. If you are selected at the GS-09 or GS-11 level, you will essentially perform the same duties as those described above, however duties are less complex and will be performed under closer supervision with more detailed guidance.

Requirements

Qualifications

In order to qualify for a Grants Management Specialist, GS-1109-9, you must: A. have completed a Master's or equivalent graduate degree, or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or an LL.B. or J.D., if related; OR B. have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: assisting in coordinating simple funding actions that begin the grant/agreements awards process; providing assistance in the administration of the grants portfolio; assisting with activities related to monitoring grants, including receiving and reviewing progress reports; assisting with preparation for on-site visits; and preparation of various reports; OR C. have a combination of post baccalaureate education and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. In order to qualify for a Grants Management Specialist, GS-1109-11, you must: A. have completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or an LL.M., if related; OR B. have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: reviewing grant applications that are limited in functional scope and complexity for adequacy, accuracy, and compliance with requirements; interpreting routine grants related policies and procedures; monitoring grantees' continuing operations to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the grant award; providing information to applicants and grantees on the grants process, regulatory requirements, and issues surrounding individual applications; OR C. have a combination of post baccalaureate education and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. In order to qualify for a Grants Management Specialist, GS-1109-12, you must: Have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: administering a grants portfolio and signing off on standard grants mechanisms; monitoring grantees' continuing operations to ensure compliance with terms and conditions of the grant award; negotiating, preparing, and administering grants and agreements; providing fiscal and administrative review of grant applications; participating in the negotiating, awarding and obligating of grant funds. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12131387

Education

If you qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application packages. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Dr Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Alixandra Deguzman
• Email: [email protected]