What are the responsibilities and job description for the TVC - Compliance Officer (Grant Specialist III) position at Texas Veterans Commission?
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Please Note: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed. To receive Military Employment preference, a copy of the DD Form 214 (member #1 not accepted), NA Form 13038, VA Summary Benefits Letter, or a DD form 1300 must be provided before an interview can be extended. College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc. must be provided before an interview can be extended. If this information is not provided prior to the interview, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Attaching documents to the application is preferred. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.To learn more about TVC Employee Benefits, please click on this link.Submitted Through Work in Texas:Work in Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile: CAPPS RecruitGeneral Description: This position serves as a member of the Texas Veterans Commission team responsible for assuring compliance of all grants awarded by the Commission. Provides expertise and guidance in fiscal compliance reviews, grant monitoring activities, and accounting-related functional duties. Work involves coordinating, reviewing, evaluating, and reporting of grantee compliance with requirements, policies, and regulations. Position serves as the agency interpreter of federal and state grant management policies and regulations.To promote a strong environment, TVC maintains a telework policy. Telework is decided by the division and contingent on performance. Telework is not a contract of employment and if granted may be terminated at any time and for any reason without notice.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Participate in a comprehensive grant compliance program to include desk reviews, technical assistance, and on-site monitoring visits.
Examine and analyze grantee reimbursement and client eligibility records for reliability, adequacy, accuracy, and compliance with grant regulations.
Prepare reports of findings, outline discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
Provide technical assistance regarding grant and contract administration, policies, and procedures.
Prepare compliance reports for both internal and external use.
Understand and interpret federal and state grant management policies and regulations as it applies to units of local government and non-profit organizations.
Review submitted grant applications to determine eligibility based on regulations, program policies and established criteria.
Evaluate and assess financial stability of non-profit organizations.
Perform research in the System of Award Management (SAM), GuideStar, IRS Tax Exemption Search, and Federal Audit Clearinghouse websites.
Work hours other than 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. may be required as needed.
Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.Military Crosswalk Information:https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PropertyManagementandProcurement.pdf
Qualifications: Minimum Education:and#183; High School Diploma/GED and six (6) years related experience, ORand#183; Associate degree and four (4) years related experience, ORand#183; Bachelorand#8217;s, Masterand#8217;s, or Doctoral degree and two (2) years related experience.College Transcripts are required and must be provided before an interview can be extended, it is preferred they be attached to the application.Minimum Experience:Experience in financial roles, grant manage ent, business administration, public administration, or project management.Additional Requirements:and#183; A valid Texas Driverand#8217;s License must be provided within 90 days of hire.and#183; If not currently certified, the selected candidate must complete grant management certification through the Grants Management Certificate Program Pass-Through Track within one (1) year of hire.Preferred Experience and Qualifications:and#183; Grant Management Certification.and#183; Experience in Code of Federal Regulations (2 CFR Part 200).and#183; Experience conducting desk reviews, audits, or on-site monitoring visits.and#183; Experience with an electronic grant management system.and#183; Experience working for a federal or state agency or non-profit organization.and#183; Honorably discharged veteran.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to grant administration.
Knowledge of accounting concepts, financial reporting, and internal control systems.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of Adobe Pro and#8211; creating, editing, merging PDF files.
Skill in grant preparation, monitoring, evaluation, and report writing and in the use of a computer with applicable software.
Ability to perform financial reconciliations.
Ability to interpret guidelines, policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to evaluate fiscal data for reasonableness, necessity, and conformity with grant requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships both internally and externally.
Ability to perform work within the required time and able to meet scheduled deadlines.
Ability to work under pressure and be successful in meeting goals and objectives.
Ability to train others.Environmental Physical Conditions:Normal office work environment, mostly sedentary in nature. May involve walking; standing; remaining stationary for long periods of time; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping, and bending; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Work involves extensive telephone usage and repetitive hand/wrist/finger motions while using the computer.Notes to Applicants:To receive Military Employment preference, applicable source documents must be provided before an interview can be extended. Attaching documents to the application is preferred.College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc. must be provided before an interview can be extended. Attaching documents to the application is preferred.If you require any reasonable accommodation for the interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls to schedule your interview.This position has been designated as a security sensitive position. A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the final candidate for this position.DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS, WE DO NOT ACCEPT TELEPHONE CALLS. APPLICANTS SCHEDULED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.Veterans Information: The Texas Veterans Commission is committed to hiring Veterans and is proud to employ the highest percentage of Veterans among all state agencies. Additional info may apply via the job posting.AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:The Texas Veterans Commission does not discriminate on the basis of personand#8217;s color, race, national origin, gender, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability religion, or age in employment or the provision of services.
You may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career Section
Please Note: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed. To receive Military Employment preference, a copy of the DD Form 214 (member #1 not accepted), NA Form 13038, VA Summary Benefits Letter, or a DD form 1300 must be provided before an interview can be extended. College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc. must be provided before an interview can be extended. If this information is not provided prior to the interview, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Attaching documents to the application is preferred. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.To learn more about TVC Employee Benefits, please click on this link.Submitted Through Work in Texas:Work in Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile: CAPPS RecruitGeneral Description: This position serves as a member of the Texas Veterans Commission team responsible for assuring compliance of all grants awarded by the Commission. Provides expertise and guidance in fiscal compliance reviews, grant monitoring activities, and accounting-related functional duties. Work involves coordinating, reviewing, evaluating, and reporting of grantee compliance with requirements, policies, and regulations. Position serves as the agency interpreter of federal and state grant management policies and regulations.To promote a strong environment, TVC maintains a telework policy. Telework is decided by the division and contingent on performance. Telework is not a contract of employment and if granted may be terminated at any time and for any reason without notice.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Participate in a comprehensive grant compliance program to include desk reviews, technical assistance, and on-site monitoring visits.
Examine and analyze grantee reimbursement and client eligibility records for reliability, adequacy, accuracy, and compliance with grant regulations.
Prepare reports of findings, outline discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
Provide technical assistance regarding grant and contract administration, policies, and procedures.
Prepare compliance reports for both internal and external use.
Understand and interpret federal and state grant management policies and regulations as it applies to units of local government and non-profit organizations.
Review submitted grant applications to determine eligibility based on regulations, program policies and established criteria.
Evaluate and assess financial stability of non-profit organizations.
Perform research in the System of Award Management (SAM), GuideStar, IRS Tax Exemption Search, and Federal Audit Clearinghouse websites.
Work hours other than 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. may be required as needed.
Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.Military Crosswalk Information:https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PropertyManagementandProcurement.pdf
Qualifications: Minimum Education:and#183; High School Diploma/GED and six (6) years related experience, ORand#183; Associate degree and four (4) years related experience, ORand#183; Bachelorand#8217;s, Masterand#8217;s, or Doctoral degree and two (2) years related experience.College Transcripts are required and must be provided before an interview can be extended, it is preferred they be attached to the application.Minimum Experience:Experience in financial roles, grant manage ent, business administration, public administration, or project management.Additional Requirements:and#183; A valid Texas Driverand#8217;s License must be provided within 90 days of hire.and#183; If not currently certified, the selected candidate must complete grant management certification through the Grants Management Certificate Program Pass-Through Track within one (1) year of hire.Preferred Experience and Qualifications:and#183; Grant Management Certification.and#183; Experience in Code of Federal Regulations (2 CFR Part 200).and#183; Experience conducting desk reviews, audits, or on-site monitoring visits.and#183; Experience with an electronic grant management system.and#183; Experience working for a federal or state agency or non-profit organization.and#183; Honorably discharged veteran.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to grant administration.
Knowledge of accounting concepts, financial reporting, and internal control systems.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of Adobe Pro and#8211; creating, editing, merging PDF files.
Skill in grant preparation, monitoring, evaluation, and report writing and in the use of a computer with applicable software.
Ability to perform financial reconciliations.
Ability to interpret guidelines, policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to evaluate fiscal data for reasonableness, necessity, and conformity with grant requirements.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships both internally and externally.
Ability to perform work within the required time and able to meet scheduled deadlines.
Ability to work under pressure and be successful in meeting goals and objectives.
Ability to train others.Environmental Physical Conditions:Normal office work environment, mostly sedentary in nature. May involve walking; standing; remaining stationary for long periods of time; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping, and bending; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Work involves extensive telephone usage and repetitive hand/wrist/finger motions while using the computer.Notes to Applicants:To receive Military Employment preference, applicable source documents must be provided before an interview can be extended. Attaching documents to the application is preferred.College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc. must be provided before an interview can be extended. Attaching documents to the application is preferred.If you require any reasonable accommodation for the interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls to schedule your interview.This position has been designated as a security sensitive position. A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the final candidate for this position.DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS, WE DO NOT ACCEPT TELEPHONE CALLS. APPLICANTS SCHEDULED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.Veterans Information: The Texas Veterans Commission is committed to hiring Veterans and is proud to employ the highest percentage of Veterans among all state agencies. Additional info may apply via the job posting.AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:The Texas Veterans Commission does not discriminate on the basis of personand#8217;s color, race, national origin, gender, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability religion, or age in employment or the provision of services.