Grant Manager (Grant Specialist V) - Internal Vacancy

MISSION: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.

Core Values: 
• We are Determined: We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students. 
• We are People-Centered: We strive to attract, develop, and retain the most committed talent, representing the diversity of Texas, each contributing to our common vision for students.
• We are Learners: We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students.
• We are Servant Leaders: Above all else, we are public servants working to improve opportunities for students and provide support to those who serve them.

New hires, re-hires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees in their same classification. Offers will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications and will thoughtfully consider internal pay equity for agency staff who perform similar duties and have similar qualifications. The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates who exceed the requirements and qualifications for the role. The maximum of the salary range is reserved for candidates that far exceed the required and preferred qualifications for the role.

This is a 5-business day internal posting.  We are only accepting applications from current Texas Education Agency (TEA) employees. External applicants will not be considered.
 
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is seeking a Grant Manager in the Grants Administration Division within the Department of Grant Compliance and Administration.  The position will serve as the grant manager for assigned federal and/or state grant programs. This individual’s work involves implementing program, fiscal and legal aspects of grant programs; planning, managing, and monitoring grant funds; developing requests for applications; providing consultative services and technical assistance to stakeholders. The grant manager must be organized, detail oriented, and committed to providing outstanding customer service. The professional selected for this position will report to the Grant Manager Supervisor, will work under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment and is expected to help the division meet its performance goals and support the agency in fulfilling its strategic priorities.

Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.

Please note that a resume and tailored cover letter are required attachments for applying to this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Job duties are not limited to the essential functions mentioned below. You may perform other functions as assigned.

1. Manages Discretionary and Formula Grants: oversee the coordination, research, and identification of sources of funds and creates FSAs to secure funds for agency grants, contracts, and reimbursements; receive and process federal GANs and state funding through the Annual Operating Budget (AOB)
2. Development of RFAs: participate in cross-functional work groups composed of internal stakeholders to develop program objectives, work plans, budgets, and other related financial details of grant applications 
3. Cross Functional Work: participate in cross-functional work groups composed of internal stakeholders to develop program objectives, work plans, budgets, and other related financial details of grant applications 
4. Customer Service: provide guidance and assistance to staff and the community regarding grant administration, compliance with conditions of grant, policies, and procedures, and conduct administrative grant manager responsibilities as applicable

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university
• Experience: At least three [3] years of experience in developing, negotiating, managing, or working with the program, legal, and/or fiscal aspects of federal and/or state grant programs or contracts
• Substitutions: Education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis. 

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
• Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military
• Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, guidance, and agreements pertaining to grants administration
• Knowledge of educational administrative regulations, uniform administrative requirements, cost principles, financial accounting rules, grant processes and procedures, and related resources
• Experience with electronic accounting systems and grant administration systems, including TCAPPs/TGIF, Expenditure Reporting (ER system), paper and eGrants; knowledge of TEA's grant systems and application processes preferred
• Advanced mathematical aptitude
• Meticulous attention to detail; strong proof-reading skills
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Office applications and PeopleSoft Financials
• Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and appropriately, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of agency staff and external stakeholders; make high-quality training materials and present them effectively and professionally
• Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• A desire to self-reflect, give/receive feedback and continuously improve
• Ability to work as a contributing member of a team and foster positive and effective working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups, internal and external to TEA
• Capable of exercising independent judgment in planning, organizing, performing duties, and working under minimal supervision

As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the military employment preference.

To review the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces to each job classification series in the State’s Position Classification Plan (provided by the State Auditor's Office), please access the Military Crosswalk (occupational specialty code) Guide and click on the military “occupational category” that corresponds with the state classification in this job posting title.

This position requires the applicant to meet Agency standards and criteria which may include passing a pre-employment criminal background check, prior to being offered employment by the Agency.

No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls and cannot reply to all email inquiries. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Please add "[email protected]" and "@tea.texas.gov" to your safe senders list to ensure you receive email notifications from our talent acquisition team and/or hiring division regarding your candidacy. 

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