This position is in the National Science Foundation (NSF), Office of Budget, Finance and Award Management (BFA), Division of Grants and Agreements (DGA). The primary purpose of the position is to oversee, manage, analyze, and process grant, cooperative agreement, interagency agreement, and other agreement actions while providing financial and administrative support to NSF award recipients and to internal scientific program staff.
Summary
This position is in the National Science Foundation (NSF), Office of Budget, Finance and Award Management (BFA), Division of Grants and Agreements (DGA). The primary purpose of the position is to oversee, manage, analyze, and process grant, cooperative agreement, interagency agreement, and other agreement actions while providing financial and administrative support to NSF award recipients and to internal scientific program staff.
Individuals eligible to receive selection priority through the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan or Veterans eligible under the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act.
As a Grants Management Specialist, the incumbent will perform a variety of tasks selected by the supervisor with a view to his or her development.
Duties include:
Participates in reviewing program recommendations and in negotiating, drafting and awarding grants, cooperative agreements and other agreements with Federal agencies for funding scientific research, and other related activities, including research facilities.
Utilizes highly automated electronic and computer systems to review, process and generate certain data and documentation.
Assists senior staff in the review and analysis of business, financial, management, policy and other non-scientific aspects of recommended awards and potential and current awardees.
Participates in administering and closing-out grants, cooperative agreements and other awards and recommends corrective actions including suspension and termination of awards when necessary.
Assists senior staff in providing advice and assistance to National Science Foundation (NSF) Programs in selecting the most effective methods for generating proposals in order to implement diverse types of scientific research projects and other related activities.
Participates in discussions with program staff, proposers and awardees regarding NSF policies, procedures, and requirements and applicable Federal laws and regulations that pertain to the award, administration and management of grants and cooperative agreements.
Participates in the development of NSF policy in cooperative agreements, contracts, and other agreements.
Competencies
Customer Service
Financial Assistance Mechanisms
Grants Management
Grants Management Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines
Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt.
Background investigation.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent.
You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date.
You must answer all job-related questions in the NSF eRecruit questionnaire.
All online applicants must provide a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full or blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
This position is in the bargaining unit.
Qualifications
To qualify for the GS-5, you must have one of the following: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-04 level in federal service. Examples of this experience includes: participating, with supervision, in the federal grant award process; gathering and analyzing data; and generating reports. OR Have successfully completed a full four year course of study in any field leading to a Bachelor's degree, from an accredited college or university. OR Have a combination of post high school education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position.
To qualify for the GS-7, you must have one of the following: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 in the Federal service. Examples of specialized experience includes: participating in the grant award process; screening grants for completeness; conducting analysis of data and preparing reports. OR Have one full year of graduate level education. OR Have superior academic achievement eligibility after completing a Bachelor’s degree that is based on one of the following: In the upper one-third of your graduating class; OR a GPA of 3.0 or higher out of 4.0 as recorded on your official transcript, OR based on courses completed during your final 2 years; OR Have a combination of post high school education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position.
To qualify for the GS-9, you must have one of the following: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level in the Federal service. Examples of such experience include: reviewing routine grants, agreements and proposals for completeness; obtaining additional information when necessary; and completing related assignments to develop skills and knowledge in grants management. OR Have a Master's or equivalent graduate degree. OR Have two full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Master`s or equivalent graduate degree. OR Have a combination of post high school education and experience that together meet the qualification requirements for this position.
Education
Education may be substituted for experience as described in “Qualifications."
Additional information
Relocation Expenses will not be paid.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): ICTAP and CTAP provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP or CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP or CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified you must meet the following: OPM qualification requirements for the position, all selective factors, where applicable; special OPM approved qualifying conditions for the position; is physically qualified with reasonable accommodation, where appropriate, to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry; and receives a rating of at least “Very Good” on the questionnaire. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP or CTAP eligibility, or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information regarding ICTAP or CTAP eligibility is available from OPM's Career Transition Resources
Veteran's Preference: If you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency. For 5-point veterans' preference, please provide your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty, or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that proves your military service was performed under honorable conditions. For 10-point veterans' preference, please submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, DD-214, and the required documentation as specified on the SF-15.
NSF has determined that all of its positions are eligible for telework. Work suitable for telework depends on job duties; therefore, employees must receive approval from their supervisor for telework and have a telework agreement in place. Entering into a telework agreement is voluntary.
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.
A GREAT LOCATION! The National Science Foundation Headquarters is conveniently located across the street from the Eisenhower Avenue Metro Station, right in Alexandria, VA, a few miles from downtown Washington, DC. There are shops and restaurants within walking distance, as well as historic Old Town Alexandria a short trip away. Employees receive the Federal benefits package and NSF offers:
Pre-tax parking Public transportation subsidy Child care subsidy Flexible working hours Telecommuting Physical Fitness Facility on site Health Services Unit on site Employee Assistance Program
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.
Ratings will be assigned based on your responses to the occupational questionnaire. In some cases, additional assessment processes may be used.
Review your resume and responses carefully. Responses that are not fully supported by the information in your application package may result in adjustments to your score. A Human Resources Representative will validate the qualifications of those candidates eligible to be referred to the selecting official.
Applicants eligible for selection preference under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) must meet the agency definition of "well qualified." At NSF, this means a score of 90.0 or higher.
In the merit promotion selection process, formal performance appraisals may be considered if voluntarily submitted by the applicant.
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.
A GREAT LOCATION! The National Science Foundation Headquarters is conveniently located across the street from the Eisenhower Avenue Metro Station, right in Alexandria, VA, a few miles from downtown Washington, DC. There are shops and restaurants within walking distance, as well as historic Old Town Alexandria a short trip away. Employees receive the Federal benefits package and NSF offers:
Pre-tax parking Public transportation subsidy Child care subsidy Flexible working hours Telecommuting Physical Fitness Facility on site Health Services Unit on site Employee Assistance Program
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, in any format they choose, and may also submit a cover letter.
If you are requesting special employment consideration under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must submit documentation provided by your current or former employing agency verifying your eligibility for that program (e.g., RIF separation notice, Certificate of Expected Separation, or other proof of eligibility for priority selection); an SF-50 showing the current or former position, grade level, promotion potential, and duty location and the most current performance appraisal including the performance rating.
Veterans should submit a DD-214 (Member-4 copy); and if applicable, the Department of Veterans Affairs Notice of Compensable Disability Rating from applicants requesting consideration under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA), Veteran Recruitment Act (VRA), or the disabled veterans appointing authority.
Performance appraisals and awards may be considered during the evaluation process if voluntarily submitted.
You must submit proof of meeting the basic education requirement described in the QUALIFICATIONS paragraph. Therefore, you should submit TRANSCRIPTS (unofficial copies are acceptable) or a DIPLOMA that verifies that the requirement is met.
All uploading must be completed before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the vacancy closing date.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Your application should be submitted online and must be completed and all required documents successfully uploaded before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the closing date. You must answer all of the job-related questions to ensure full consideration for this position. For more detailed information, please review our NSF eRecruit Applicant Guide.
If you are unable to apply electronically, please use the Contact Information below for special instructions on how to submit your application materials. Hearing impaired individuals may call TDD (703) 292-8044 for assistance.
WARNING! Applications submitted online must have a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full or blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
All applicants must submit a resume, in any format they choose, and may also submit a cover letter.
If you are requesting special employment consideration under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must submit documentation provided by your current or former employing agency verifying your eligibility for that program (e.g., RIF separation notice, Certificate of Expected Separation, or other proof of eligibility for priority selection); an SF-50 showing the current or former position, grade level, promotion potential, and duty location and the most current performance appraisal including the performance rating.
Veterans should submit a DD-214 (Member-4 copy); and if applicable, the Department of Veterans Affairs Notice of Compensable Disability Rating from applicants requesting consideration under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA), Veteran Recruitment Act (VRA), or the disabled veterans appointing authority.
Performance appraisals and awards may be considered during the evaluation process if voluntarily submitted.
You must submit proof of meeting the basic education requirement described in the QUALIFICATIONS paragraph. Therefore, you should submit TRANSCRIPTS (unofficial copies are acceptable) or a DIPLOMA that verifies that the requirement is met.
All uploading must be completed before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the vacancy closing date.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Your application should be submitted online and must be completed and all required documents successfully uploaded before 11:59 PM Eastern time on the closing date. You must answer all of the job-related questions to ensure full consideration for this position. For more detailed information, please review our NSF eRecruit Applicant Guide.
If you are unable to apply electronically, please use the Contact Information below for special instructions on how to submit your application materials. Hearing impaired individuals may call TDD (703) 292-8044 for assistance.
WARNING! Applications submitted online must have a valid email address. If your email address is inaccurate or your mailbox is full or blocked, you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
