Tda - Finance - Cdbg Grant Compliance Specialist (58365)

CDBG GRANT COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST

Salary Information: B21, $5,302.50/MO.

State Classification: 1921 - Grant Specialist III

FLSA Status: Exempt

Posting Number: 26-58365-1

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online via CAPPS. Applicants applying in Work In Texas (WIT) will be required to complete additional supplemental questions, optionally provide EEO information including how you heard about the job, and provide an electronic signature in the CAPPS Career Section to be considered for the position.

WHO ARE WE

The Texas Department of Agriculture Financial Services Division supports TDA programs by performing financial duties in the areas of accounting, budget, purchasing, contracting, accounts payable, and payroll.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Grant Compliance Specialist will conduct moderately complex grant administration, compliance monitoring, and technical assistance work associated with the Texas Community Development Block Grant (TxCDBG) program and other community and economic development programs administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). You will review project records for compliance with federal, state, and program requirements. You will work under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Review records, reports, financial statements, and management practices for assigned grants to ensure compliance with state statutes and internal regulations, legal interpretations and departmental decisions.

Prepare correspondence to inform Grant Recipients of findings/concerns based on program compliance monitoring results and provide recommendations for corrective action. Provide technical assistance to Grant Recipients and/or their consultants to resolve findings/concerns.

Serve as liaison between the Grant Recipient and TDA. Provide technical assistance to rural communities in implementing effective grant projects through direct communication with the Grant Recipient and/or its consultant.

Serve as subject matter expert with one or more specialized compliance areas, such as federal labor standards, competitive procurement, or environmental review, as assigned.

Assist in updating the TxCDBG Project Implementation Manual, standard operating procedures, and external or internal training opportunities, as assigned.

Remain apprised of changes and updates to CDBG policies, rules and regulations. Conduct research as assigned to contribute to the division’s understanding of federal, state, and program requirements.

Follow all TDA policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree (One year of work experience related to the primary duties may substitute for one year of college).

Two (2) years’ work experience in the following (or closely related) fields: grant management, contract coordination, compliance monitoring, accounting, reimbursement, or audit work.

Certification Substitution: Auditor certification, such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Internal Audit Practitioner Designation, or similar certification may substitute for required work experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or related field.

Work experience with CDBG programs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of CDBG program and its policies, rules, or regulations; CDBG programs application development and/or contract administration and of accounting methods and systems and generally accepted auditing standards and procedures.

Skill in public speaking and making presentations to groups; providing excellent customer service to both internal and external customers; operating a computer with applicable software.

Ability to compose clear and concise reports, to gather and analyze accurate and relevant audit information, to evaluate accounting and management operations systems for accuracy and legal conformance, to accurately complete and assemble audit working papers; communicate effectively; understand and interpret program policies and procedures; evaluate new legislation and procedures and be able to implement the policies and exercise sound judgment and discretion.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able to work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed. May involve travel, occasionally overnight (up to 15%).

TELEWORK & WORK HOURS

The agency does not offer telework. TDA employees are required to be physically present for work.

The agency’s core business hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. TDA also provides limited customer service between 6:00-8:00 a.m. and 5:00-6:00 p.m.

H-1B Visa Sponsorship

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

BENEFITS

The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:

Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Careers Section , you may check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and then selecting My Submissions. To be considered for the position, applicants must complete additional supplemental questions, optionally provide EEO information including how you heard about the job, and provide an electronic signature in the CAPPS Career Section.

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  A valid government-issued driver’s license, which is recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and in good standing, and an acceptable driving record are required. TDA will verify this information with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Applicants with a driver’s license not issued by the State of Texas should obtain and be prepared to provide a copy of their current driving record on or before their first day

Background Checks: A criminal conviction records check is required for applicants who are selected for a position.

**Foreign Credentials: upload an evaluation of your coursework if you have obtained a degree(s) from a school outside of the United States; otherwise, we cannot give you credit for your degree. Some organizations that provide evaluation services are:

Foreign Credential Services of America

SpanTran: The Evaluation Company

Global Credential Evaluators, Inc.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): TDA is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, military status, or protected activity.

Reasonable Accommodations: If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview or an HR representative at 512-463-7423. Whenever possible, please give the hiring or HR representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Military and Former Foster Child Employment Preference: TDA complies with the provisions of the veterans and former foster child employment preference acts. Please contact our Human Resources-Veterans Liaison at (512) 463-7454 for assistance.