Job Family :
Grants Management Analysis (Digital)
Travel Required :
Up to 25%
Clearance Required :
Ability to Obtain Public Trust
What You Will Do :
Manage submission, review, and approval of applications for child care funds by states, territories, and tribes, including preparing, reviewing, and managing correspondence to grantees for the purpose of assessing grantee performance and compliance with Federal regulations as a regional liaison for designated cycles.
Prepare guidance, technical assistance resources, and other training materials to support program operations oversight of grantee implementation and administration activities. Train staff and grantees. Provide briefings and facilitate meetings and webinars for staff, leadership, grantees, and others.
Collect and analyze data. Provide information and advice and prepare, update, track, monitor, and report on designated program operations and grantee implementation status, activities, issues, and accomplishments. Manage databases and spreadsheets to collect, compile, and analyze data. Develop recommendations for improvements in program operations as identified by data analysis.
Prepare descriptive background and analytical reports, memoranda, and other types of written material on significant issues of legislative and operational concern for senior management, supervisors, team leaders, and staff. Such reports present and evaluate divergent professional points of view, define policy and implementation options, and identify and discuss potential consequences of adopting various options.
Coordinate, carry out, and monitor special projects and initiatives focused on grantees in the Office of Child Care. Develop plans for carrying out special projects and initiatives, including determining information and resource needs, key personnel, and time frames. Works closely with officials at the grantee and national level, as appropriate. Monitor progress and keep key personnel informed of status. Assess the impact of outcomes and results.
Coordinate with federal and contract staff to manage and oversee program operations activities.
What You Will Need :
Bachelor's degree.
Minimum of SIX (6) years of experience in a policy position related to childcare funding for states, territories, and tribes.
Experience presenting information to an array of audiences.
Strong analytical skills.
Expertise in the use of Microsoft Excel and Word.
Ability to analyze, summarize, and compile data and information.
Ability to perform detail-oriented work.
Ability to collaborate with staff from a variety of backgrounds and skill sets and work in a team to improve processes or systems.
Strong oral and written communication techniques, including in response to requests either internally or externally.
Strong prioritization and time-management skills to balance ongoing responsibilities with urgent requests.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.
What Would Be Nice To Have :
Knowledge of childcare laws, regulations, and policies.
Experience developing and analyzing childcare policy for the federal government, a state government, a national organization, or a similar entity.
The annual salary range for this position is $75,800.00-$113,600.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Care.com annual membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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