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Grants Management Specialist

DC Department of Human Resources
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/17/2026
Job Summary

This position is in the Office of the City Administrator (OCA), which has direct oversight over all executive-reporting agencies and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the District government, setting operational goals and implementing the legislative actions and policy decisions of the Mayor and DC Council. The Grant Management Specialist has the responsibility for grants management processes to ensure compliance, documenting policies, procedures, recordkeeping, and reporting regarding all grant activity within the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will be responsible for managing grants processes to ensure compliance with District regulations and best practices; implementation of efficient business processes; and achievement of best-in class customer service. The incumbent will provide policy guidance to program staff through meetings, briefings, seminars or conferences and manage the development and operation of a record system to inventory and track all grants and sub-grants. Coordinates with the organization and Fiscal Officer to determine grant needs and create and update grant plans.

Qualifications And Education

Specialized Experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression.

Licenses and Certifications

None

Working Conditions and Environment

Work is performed in an office setting which is adequately heated, lighted,

and ventilated.

Other Significant Facts

Tour of Duty: Monday-Friday 8:15AM-4:45PM

Pay Plan, Series and Grade: CS-1109-13

Promotion Potential: No Know Promotion Potential

Duration of Appointment: Career Service Permanent.

Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is not covered under a collective bargaining unit.

Position Designation: The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability - Security Sensitive.

Emergency Designation: This position has been designated as Emergency pursuant to Chapter 12 of DC Personnel Regulations.

Residency Preference: When claiming residency preference, you are required, and must agree in writing, to maintain bona fide District residency for a period of seven (7) consecutive years from the effective date of employment. You will be required to present documents (proofs) to show District residency and failure to maintain bona-fide District residency for the seven-year period will result in forfeiture of employment.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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