TCDD Seeks Grants Specialist

The Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities (TCDD) is accepting applications for its Grants Specialist position until May 20, 2016. The Grants Specialist provides guidance and technical assistance to TCDD grantees, oversees project implementation, and coordinates grant management functions.

The Grants Specialist is selected by and is accountable to the Grants Management Director. The Grants Specialist provides programmatic guidance and technical assistance to all TCDD projects and grantees. The Grants Specialist is responsible for oversight of project implementation, including negotiating, maintaining and updating project work plans, ensuring budget information is in compliance with state and federal regulations, the detection of barriers, issues and the identification of recommendations for corrective action, and facilitating outcomes consistent with Council goals. Work is performed under general supervision with considerate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Work includes:

• Performing research and analysis of best and promising practices that can be integrated into project activities.
• Routine monitoring and reporting of grantee progress and project outcomes. Oversee and approve budget expenses according to state and federal guidelines. Ensure grantee adheres to project timelines and deliverables.
• Develop materials and make presentations to the Council and represent the Council on committees and work groups as needed.
• Synthesize grant materials and provide summaries to public policy and planning divisions as needed to prepare advocacy documents and annual reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned and required to meet the mission and goals of the department.
• Extensive overnight travel sufficient to perform the duties is required between 30-40%.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited four year college or university. Major course work in public administration, public health, social work, rehabilitation education, special education, or psychology preferred.
• Experience: One (1) year experience in grants and contract management or program planning and evaluation. Prefer two (2) years' experience in conducting fiscal and program monitoring of federal grants and contracts awarded to sub-recipients. Prefer experience related to people with disabilities.

Salary & Benefits: The Grants Specialist is a full-time position with a salary range of $3,520.33 - $4,633.50 monthly. As an employee of the State of Texas, this position has access to excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, a retirement program, paid state holidays, and more.
 
To Apply: The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. on Friday, May 20, 2016. TCDD receives administrative services, including human resources services, from the Texas Education Agency (TEA). All applicants are required to enter their employment applications using the TEA online system. Resumes in lieu of an application will not be accepted. Any applications that are mailed, emailed, or faxed will also not be accepted.

To apply for the position, go to the online application page. The Job Title is TCDD Program Specialist III- cc800-2458-B19-1572 . Visit How to Apply for a Position at TEA to learn how to apply.

More Information & Questions: For more information, including the general job description and benefits, visit the job posting. If you have questions about the position or how to apply, please contact TEA’s Division of Human Resources by phone (512-463-8200) or email (xxxxxx@tea.texas.gov).

About TCDD: Based in Austin, Texas, TCDD is led by a 27-member Governor-appointed board and a staff of 17 professionals. TCDD’s mission is to create change so that all people with disabilities are fully included in their communities and exercise control over their own lives. To learn more about TCDD, visit our website.

TCDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation will be made for persons with disabilities during the application process or at the time of employment.