DescriptionGrant Management Specialist - TransportationAbout ICF - Transportation PracticeICF’s Transportation Practice specializes in addressing complex planning, policy, and program issues at the nexus of transportation and the environment, energy, and communities. ICF’s work focuses on integrated approaches that support sustainable transportation decisions, addressing the mobility, safety, environmental, social, and economic effects of transportation. Our work includes strategic planning, research, data analysis, policy analysis, grants management, outreach, training, and program evaluation for federal, state, and local governments, including the U.S. Department of Transportation, the Transportation Research Board, state transportation and environmental agencies, and metropolitan planning organizations. We specialize in evaluating the impacts of infrastructure projects, programs, and government policies; developing guidebooks; and documenting best practices related to integrated planning, transportation operations, and the environment.Job DescriptionICF is seeking a Grants Management Specialist with experience in federal grant compliance, administration, and reporting, or similar work supporting federal, state, and local grant administration and implementation activities. This is an opportunity to be part of a multi-disciplinary team that engages with a variety of project teams across ICF in areas related to climate, energy, and transportation. In this role, you will use specific knowledge about grants management and grant compliance to research, communicate, and achieve program objectives as part of a larger team supporting agencies looking to modernize their grants management practices.This position is hybrid position, and the ideal candidate must be able to travel up to 15% domestically based on current and prospective clients. Preference given to candidates in cities with ICF offices including Austin, TX and Arlington, VA . Candidates must be willing to work across CONUS time zones to accommodate for client meeting preferences and requests.Key Responsibilities:
Support project delivery data analytics, including partnering with ICF subject matter experts.
Assist in developing financial analyses, budget reconciliations, payment requests, and establishing regulatory compliance monitoring processes.
Identify variances and recommend adjustments to accounting data to match actual activity.
Generate dashboard mockups, charts, use cases, wireframes, process flow diagrams, and other system documentation.
Document processes for internal and external audiences.
Develop or update procedures for the proper administration of grant funds.
Providing high-level input toward the design and maintenance of workflow processes, policies, procedures, and related instructional documentation.
Upholding compliance and data management best practices across our grants management.
Prepare agendas, program status reports, and follow-up actions for meetings with external clients and client vendors.
Support program performance by monitoring assigned areas of performance and identifying areas for improvement.
Provide technical assistance to clients and recipients on grants management best practices.
May include actively engaging with state and local government leaders and staff, responding to government inquiries, creating marketing materials for government agencies, etc.
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in political science, economics, sociology, or a degree in a field that includes both qualitative and quantitative research and data analytics.
1+ years grant management, regulatory compliance, management consulting, or government financial services experience, with one year working with public sector entities in a consulting capacity.
2+years experience and use of MS PowerPoint, MS Word, and MS Excel, including one year working with large dataset or database systems.
Familiarity with 2 CFR 200 requirements .
Preferred experience:
3+years analyzing legal or regulatory documents (e.g., Public Laws, NOFOs, Federal Register Notices) and summarize information for various audiences as it relates to the project at hand.
3+years experience working on grants management, federal grants compliance, and grant reporting.
Strong numerical reasoning and quantitative skills, particularly building complex Excel models.
Level of comfort working in a cross-functional or matrixed environment with project-level supervisors.
Good understanding of file management systems and data analytics tools (e.g., SharePoint, Power BI, Tableau).
Required Professional Skills:
Outstanding attention to detail.
Analytical skills that allow for the development of data-driven reports.
Excellent note taking and presentation skills, with experience writing technical information clearly and concisely for non-technical audiences.
Solid verbal communication and narrative development skills, with the ability to summarize and convey key insights from analyses to senior audiences.
Affinity for business process mapping and process improvement.
Self-motivated; ability to learn and work independently.
Problem-solving capabilities and ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge to unique circumstances across engagements.
Ability to manage multiple tasks within a workstream that is part of a larger engagement.
ICF offers a competitive benefits package and talent development programs, and fosters a highly skilled, energized, and empowered workforce.ICF is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. (EEO/AA – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities)For a listing of other career opportunities at ICF, please visit our Career Center at www.icfi.com/careers/#INDEED#LI-CC1Working at ICFICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) .Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email icfcareercenter@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.Read more about workplace discrimination rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOCKnowYourRightsscreenreader1020.pdf) , the Pay Transparency Statement (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp%20EnglishformattedESQA508c.pdf) , or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity)Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position is:$57,737.00 - $98,153.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)
