You can make a difference in the world with a career at the Department of State! We are hiring experienced professionals in the Bureau of Administration’s Office of Procurement Executive (Rosslyn, VA) who will manage and administer grants and agreements on behalf of the U.S. government. If eligible, applicants may be referred to similar positions in other Bureaus in the Department located in the Washington, D.C. metro area, which may require up to a Top Secret security clearance.
Summary
You can make a difference in the world with a career at the Department of State! We are hiring experienced professionals in the Bureau of Administration’s Office of Procurement Executive (Rosslyn, VA) who will manage and administer grants and agreements on behalf of the U.S. government. If eligible, applicants may be referred to similar positions in other Bureaus in the Department located in the Washington, D.C. metro area, which may require up to a Top Secret security clearance.
Plans, executes, and manages assistance actions (grants/cooperative agreements) to non-profit domestic and foreign organizations in support of U.S. foreign policy objectives.
Performs review, evaluation and negotiation of proposed programs with prospective recipients.
Establishes proper program monitoring and program oversight procedures from pre to post award through grant closeout.
Maintains knowledge of grants management statutory requirements, decisions, regulations, policies and procedures.
Tracks, reviews and analyzes post-award financial reports, expenditure reports, correspondence, and identifies financial and administrative problems.
Verification of employment eligibility in the United States is required.
Depending on job, it may require a Secret/Top Secret security clearance.
One year probationary period, unless excepted by regulation.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Qualifications
Subject matter experts will evaluate the first three pages of your resume based on these competencies. You must have at least 52 weeks of full time experience demonstrating accomplishment of all the duties and competencies described below in order to qualify. Please make sure your resume reflects this time required. Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Grants Management – Understands management requirements, practices, and procedures for soliciting, receiving, reviewing and processing proposals and awarding and administering grants and cooperative agreements.
Grants Compliance – Understands and monitors grants management and agreement program principles, laws, regulations, policies, and practices for compliance.
Financial Analysis – Understands financial analytical and management methods, procedures, and practices to assess the financial stability of those applying for or receiving Federal grants or agreements.
Customer Service - Works with, understands, and evaluates technical information to resolve issues and provide technical advice, consultation, training, guidance, and assistance to internal and external customers verbally and in writing. Committed to providing quality products and services to customers, fostering a positive work environment with team members, and serving as an effective liaison with outside organizations.
Education
Education requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement.
Additional information
For reasonable accommodation at the U.S. Department of State, please contact the Office of Accessibility and Accommodations at (202) 663-3474 or ReasonableAccommodations@state.gov.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION PROGRAM (E-Verify) – U.S. law requires organizations to employ only individuals who may legally work in the United States - either U.S. citizens, or foreign citizens who have the necessary authorization. This agency utilizes E-Verify to compare information from the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA) records to confirm employment eligibility. If the employee’s information does not match DHS and/or SSA records, the employee is given an opportunity to resolve the problem. If eligibility cannot be verified, employment will be terminated.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The evaluation process for this job is different from a typical job announcement.
The qualifications for this position will be evaluated by subject matter experts. Apply only if you meet the qualifications.
1. Resume review
Subject matter experts will review the first three pages of your resume to determine your qualifications based on the required competencies.
2. Qualifying phone interviews
If the subject matter experts determine that your resume reflects the required competencies, you will have at least one phone interview to further assess whether your experience meets the required competencies. You may meet with more than one subject matter expert for a determination to be made.
3. Ranking and Veterans’ preference
Qualified candidates will be assigned to one of the following quality categories:
Highly Qualified: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, applicants must demonstrate an advanced level of the experience and competencies required for the position.
Well Qualified: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, applicants must demonstrate a moderate level of the experience and competencies required for the position.
Qualified: In addition to meeting minimum qualifications, applicants must demonstrate a basic level of the experience and competencies required for the position.
CTAP and ICTAP candidates must be rated "Well Qualified" for the position to receive consideration for special priority.
Veterans' Preference
Veteran preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category. Preference eligibles who meet minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent (i.e., CPS and CP) will be listed in the highest quality category. Based upon your category, you may be referred to the selecting official.
Future consideration
If an offer is extended to you and you accept, you will then be removed from consideration for other positions. If you are not selected for this position, you may be considered for similar positions in the agency for up to 240 days.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
All applicants must submit a resume. Only the first 3 pages of your submitted resume will be reviewed. On your resume, ensure that the qualifications for this job (through your work / related experiences, publications, certifications, etc.) are reflected in the first three pages if your page count is greater than 3. Also, be sure to include the start and end dates for each position you held, either month and year or month, day, and year for short-term projects. If your position was not full time, you must also indicate the number of hours worked per week. The phone number listed on your USAJOBS profile will be used to contact you for interview purposes, please ensure it is updated and reflected as your phone number on your resume.
All current or former federal employees:
SF-50: Notification of Personnel Action
Former federal employees under CTAP/ICTAP consideration:
DD-214: Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member Copy 4 is preferable) showing the type of discharge and dates of active duty.
A statement of intent to discharge from your military branch (if you are a veteran who has not yet been discharged) containing your military service dates, expected date of discharge or release, and the character of service.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Prepare your application in USAJOBS To start your application, click Apply and we’ll walk you through the process where you’ll attach a resume and any required documents. During the application process you can review, edit, delete, and update your information. Ensure your telephone number is updated; this is the phone number that will be used for interview contact purposes. We’ll automatically save your progress as you go, so you won’t lose any changes. Please carefully read all the instructions before you apply. You have until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement to complete the application process.
STEP 1: Select the "Apply On-line" button and follow the instructions to register or sign into USAJOBS.
STEP 2: Submit a detailed resume or any other written format you choose documenting your job-related qualifications, experience, and education (if applicable). Please see the How You Will Be Evaluated section for specific information that should be outlined in your resume.
STEP 3: Answer the job-specific self-assessment questions on-line through the U.S. Department of State’s Gateway to State automated application system.
STEP 4: Submit all required documentation applicable to you, as listed in the Required Documents section of this announcement prior to the closing date of this announcement.
For instructions on how to view the status of your supporting documentation, please click here.
Technical assistance with your on-line application is available through the Help Desk at mgshelp@monster.com or by calling (866) 656-6830 or (703) 269-4944 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. ET
ALTERNATE APPLICATION PROCEDURES
NOTE: If applying online poses an extreme hardship, you may request alternate application procedures to submit your application package by fax. Contact the Human Resources office listed on the announcement between the business hours of 8:15 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET at least 2 working days prior to the closing date of this announcement. The application package for alternate application procedures must be submitted and received in the Human Resources office no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on the closing date of this announcement. Paper applications and information sent by mail WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
U.S. Department of State
600 19th Street NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20520
United States
Next steps
After all application packages have been received, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will review applicants’ resumes and perform phone interviews to evaluate qualification requirements. Applicants who are extended a phone interview with a SME will receive instructions via e-mail registering for available interview time slots between March and May. Please pay close attention to your e-mail in-box, including junk/spam folders, for e-mail notifications. After the SME interviews are conducted, only the most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration. After a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability review and/or security background investigation, which generally takes an average of at least two to six months.
You will be notified on the status of your application throughout the recruitment process. For instructions on how to view the status of your application, please click here.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
All applicants must submit a resume. Only the first 3 pages of your submitted resume will be reviewed. On your resume, ensure that the qualifications for this job (through your work / related experiences, publications, certifications, etc.) are reflected in the first three pages if your page count is greater than 3. Also, be sure to include the start and end dates for each position you held, either month and year or month, day, and year for short-term projects. If your position was not full time, you must also indicate the number of hours worked per week. The phone number listed on your USAJOBS profile will be used to contact you for interview purposes, please ensure it is updated and reflected as your phone number on your resume.
All current or former federal employees:
SF-50: Notification of Personnel Action
Former federal employees under CTAP/ICTAP consideration:
DD-214: Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member Copy 4 is preferable) showing the type of discharge and dates of active duty.
A statement of intent to discharge from your military branch (if you are a veteran who has not yet been discharged) containing your military service dates, expected date of discharge or release, and the character of service.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Prepare your application in USAJOBS To start your application, click Apply and we’ll walk you through the process where you’ll attach a resume and any required documents. During the application process you can review, edit, delete, and update your information. Ensure your telephone number is updated; this is the phone number that will be used for interview contact purposes. We’ll automatically save your progress as you go, so you won’t lose any changes. Please carefully read all the instructions before you apply. You have until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement to complete the application process.
STEP 1: Select the "Apply On-line" button and follow the instructions to register or sign into USAJOBS.
STEP 2: Submit a detailed resume or any other written format you choose documenting your job-related qualifications, experience, and education (if applicable). Please see the How You Will Be Evaluated section for specific information that should be outlined in your resume.
STEP 3: Answer the job-specific self-assessment questions on-line through the U.S. Department of State’s Gateway to State automated application system.
STEP 4: Submit all required documentation applicable to you, as listed in the Required Documents section of this announcement prior to the closing date of this announcement.
For instructions on how to view the status of your supporting documentation, please click here.
Technical assistance with your on-line application is available through the Help Desk at mgshelp@monster.com or by calling (866) 656-6830 or (703) 269-4944 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. ET
ALTERNATE APPLICATION PROCEDURES
NOTE: If applying online poses an extreme hardship, you may request alternate application procedures to submit your application package by fax. Contact the Human Resources office listed on the announcement between the business hours of 8:15 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET at least 2 working days prior to the closing date of this announcement. The application package for alternate application procedures must be submitted and received in the Human Resources office no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on the closing date of this announcement. Paper applications and information sent by mail WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
U.S. Department of State
600 19th Street NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20520
United States
Next steps
After all application packages have been received, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will review applicants’ resumes and perform phone interviews to evaluate qualification requirements. Applicants who are extended a phone interview with a SME will receive instructions via e-mail registering for available interview time slots between March and May. Please pay close attention to your e-mail in-box, including junk/spam folders, for e-mail notifications. After the SME interviews are conducted, only the most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration. After a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability review and/or security background investigation, which generally takes an average of at least two to six months.
You will be notified on the status of your application throughout the recruitment process. For instructions on how to view the status of your application, please click here.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
