Grant & Technical Assistance Specialist (Administrative Specialist II)
State of Nebraska

Job Info

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Description

The Nebraska Department of Education is looking for a Grant & Technical Assistance Specialist to provide training and technical assistance to grant subrecipients and provide guidance related to grant compliance.

Nebraska Department of Education employees are working from hybrid work locations. This approach includes both working in the work office and from a home office. The amount of time spent working from home or in the office is subject to supervisory approval and will be discussed at the interview.

Budgeted Salary Range:

$22.165 - $25.855 This range is based upon available budget funds. The selected candidate's skills, abilities, education, and experience will determine the salary offer within this posted range.

EEO

NDE is committed to advancing equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all that we do. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, we encourage applications from ALL qualified candidates and assure they will receive consideration for this position regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

This position is federally funded and may be governed by the Federal Hatch Act. Click here to review the Act.

Examples of Work

• Develops and facilitates effective training opportunities related to the grant management system and grant monitoring to support grant recipients. Conducts follow-up evaluations to measure results and modify programs based on evaluations.
• Provides technical assistance and guidance related to program and fiscal compliance, award terms and conditions, requirements, regulations, policies and procedures, allowable expenditures, and program standards.
• Develops and modifies policies, procedures, and systems in accordance with government regulations and organizational needs and objectives.
• Reviews, evaluates, and makes recommendations for monitoring and correcting internal, operational, and fiscal control systems in addition to section performance.
• Assists program staff in administering grant funds by performing desk reviews of sub-recipient claims and financial reports to ensure compliance with approved budgets and program regulations.
• Reviews requests for funds and ensures supporting documentation is included and meets the requirements set forth by their respective funding sources.
• Possesses a valid driver's license, travels independently, and works in a variety of settings.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with review, interpretation, and implementation of federal and state laws and regulations related to fiscal compliance and subrecipient award terms and conditions.
• Provides technical assistance to other Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) staff.
• Prepares and reviews information for internal and external stakeholders.
• Attends training sessions and conferences to maintain current knowledge of industry trends and best practices.

Working Conditions and Travel:
This position requires approximately 75% of work time spent in an office environment and the remaining 25% of work time spent traveling and working in sites such as schools, educational service units (ESUs), meetings, conferences, and trainings.
Qualifications / Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of experience related to the essential functions of the position. Any equivalent education and\or work experience may be substituted in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience specific to grant management and compliance and presenting to a variety of audiences.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge:

• General accounting and budgeting best practices and procedures.
• Federal and state rules and regulations related to accounting and budgeting.
• Formats used in written business communications.
• English grammar, spelling, and composition needed for correspondence.
• Computer software necessary to carry out job responsibilities.
• Types and uses of office equipment.
• Office management principles, methods, and procedures.
• Established policies, procedures, practices of the Nebraska Department of Education.

Abilities:

• Exhibit strong attention to detail and good listening and comprehension skills.
• Develop and present information or written materials to variety of audiences.
• Communicate orally and in writing with agency staff and the public.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Maintain the confidential nature of information.
• Understand, interpret, and apply rules, administrative policies, and program guidelines.
• Operate office equipment necessary to perform the required duties.

*The Supplemental Questions section of the application assists us in determining candidates to interview, so answering them completely with requested details is highly encouraged. Each written response area has ample space to provide a complete response; due to screen size, we do not recommend filling out this application on small mobile devices.

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