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Grants Compliance Manager

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Full time

Salary:

90 - 120K yearly

Experience:

Senior (5-10 years)

Work from:

Texas (USA), United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in relevant field, Five years' experience in grant compliance, Expert knowledge of federal grant regulations, Experience in supervising a team, Familiarity with broadband technology.

Key responsabilities:

Develop and implement monitoring processes
Oversee compliance reporting specialists
Conduct reviews and audits for adherence
Assess risks and develop mitigation strategies
Collaborate with internal teams for alignment

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Job description

Position Summary

IEM is looking for Full Time- Grants Compliance Managers to support IEMs State's Broadband Program funded by BEAD and other state and federal funds. We are seeking people experienced in Sub-Recipient Monitoring and Risk Assessment to oversee and ensure the effective and compliant management of federally funded grants and sub-recipients and ensure compliance and risk mitigation. The Grants Compliance Manager will play a crucial role in and be responsible for monitoring and ensuring adherence to federal regulations and reporting requirements related to the grant programs supporting broadband expansion at the State and subrecipient levels as well as conducting monitoring activities of sub-recipients and assessing potential risks to program success and integrity.

Primary Location:

Several possible states in which work will occur are Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Michigan and Illinois however, more states may be added.
To start up the project this will be a Remote and In Office role making it a Hybrid work schedule. In office days will be based on business needs and could range between 1 – 5 days a week.
All remote work environments require the ability to maintain minimum Internet speeds of 25 Mbps upload and 3 Mbps download, as well as a ping rate of 100 ms or less during working hours, regardless of the type and number of devices using your Internet connection. You must also have account privileges and access to your Internet service provider account during working hours for the purposes of maintaining the Internet connection, if needed.

Travel Requirements

This position may require travel to complete work assignments or attend meetings.

Essential Functions

Develop and implement monitoring and risk assessment processes for sub-recipients receiving funding from the State's Broadband Program.
Oversee a team of compliance and reporting specialists
Conduct regular reviews and audits of sub-recipient activities to ensure compliance with grant requirements and federal regulations.
Assess and analyze potential risks associated with sub-recipient projects and activities and develop mitigation strategies.
Provide guidance and training to sub-recipients on compliance, reporting, and risk management best practices.
Collaborate with internal teams to coordinate monitoring efforts and ensure alignment with program goals and objectives.
Identify areas of improvement in sub-recipient performance and compliance and recommend corrective actions.
Maintain accurate records and documentation of monitoring activities and risk assessments for reporting and accountability purposes.
Communicate findings and recommendations to program leadership and stakeholders to inform decision-making and program adjustments.
Stay informed about changes in federal regulations and guidelines related to BEAD and Treasury CPF funding and adjust monitoring processes accordingly.
Support program evaluation efforts by assessing the impact of sub-recipient activities on broadband accessibility and adoption in the state.
Other functions may be assigned based on the changing project environment.

Current Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Familiarity with broadband technology, infrastructure, and policy issues as well as Grants Software is a plus.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Finance, Compliance, or Public Administration.
Five (5) years’ experience in grant compliance, risk assessment, or monitoring, preferably in a government or non-profit setting.
Experience in supervising and working with a team.
Advance to Expert knowledge of federal grant regulations, especially broadband consulting and/or broadband grant programs at the state or federal level.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assess and address compliance and risk issues effectively.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with sub-recipients and stakeholders.
Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to manage complex monitoring processes and documentation.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment to achieve program goals.

Benefits And More

Starting salary is based on experience and location: $90,000 - $120,000
10 paid Holidays
Vacation Pay
Sick Pay
401 (K) plan with matching
Company paid STD and LTD

Why Join IEM

We are a woman owned company in Emergency Management that embraces teamwork, collaboration, flexible performance, actionable solutions and integrity/ethics. Our work touches everyone. We produce results that matter. Results that save lives – join us while we build a safe, secure and resilient world.

Our Culture

IEM believes in the greater good and it is our commitment to attract those who have excellent technical skills, creative minds and innovative ideas to keep propelling us forward.

IEM is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Vets and Disabled:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from Human Resources.