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Seattle Human Services Department · 3 hours ago

Federal Grant Compliance Specialist

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$52.13/hr - $60.17/hr

3+ years exp

Seattle Human Services Department is seeking a Federal Grant Compliance Specialist to oversee the development and implementation of systems ensuring federal grant compliance. The role involves monitoring compliance with HUD Entitlement Grants and collaborating with various stakeholders to support funded projects.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain internal policies and procedures to ensure federal grant compliance across the department as well as with other city departments and external partners

Update internal policies as needed to reflect changes in federal regulations and ensure continuous compliance

Conduct regular risk assessments related to grant compliance and recommend improvements to mitigate risks

Work with FGMU team to establish regular risk-based monitoring plans

Monitor project partners in accordance with the annual monitoring plan to ensure compliance with federal grant laws and regulations, terms, and conditions

Review and audit financial records, progress reports, and other documentation submitted by grant recipients to ensure proper use of federal funds

Identify non-compliance issues and work with FGMU staff, city departments and external stakeholders to resolve issues in a timely manner

Assist in preparing for and supporting internal and external monitoring reviews and audits related to federal grants

Provide documentation and reports to federal grantors and auditors as required

Ensure that monitoring and audit findings related to federal grants are addressed promptly and appropriately

Prepare and review periodic reports for federal grantors, ensuring accuracy and compliance with grant terms related to report content, financial accounting and submission deadlines

Assist in responding to inquiries from federal agencies regarding grant performance, financial, or compliance issues

Work closely with project managers, finance teams, other city departmental staff, and external stakeholders to ensure the effective and compliant use of federal grant funds

Communicate with federal funding agencies and representatives to clarify grant requirements, requests for information and to resolve compliance issues

Provide training and technical assistance to HSD program staff, other city staff, and subrecipients on federal grant compliance requirements

Develop training materials and resources to promote awareness and understanding of compliance standards

Serve as a resource for questions regarding federal regulations, procedures, and compliance best practices

Performs other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned

Qualification

Federal grant complianceFinancial analysisGrant monitoringPolicy developmentCertified Grant Management ProfessionalTrainingGuidanceCollaborationCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field

Three years professional experience in budget management, financial analysis, accounting, or related work

Or a combination of education, training, experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class

Preferred

Experience working with federal agencies, non-profits, or government contractors is preferred

Knowledge of federal grant programs, specifically Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA), and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)

Certified Grant Management Professional (CGMP) or similar certifications

Experience in conducting or supporting grant monitoring and audits