Vacancy Summary

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Ability to communicate in writing.

Ability to provide advice and guidance on corrections/PREA implementation guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures, and guidelines.

Ability to apply analytical methods and techniques in the identification and resolution of corrections/PREA program implementation grant and/or cooperative agreement administration issues.

Ability to plan and execute work.

Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.

MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Grade 13:

Qualifying experience for the GS-13 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-12 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Examples of experience include implementing and managing Federal grants and cooperative agreements, and providing grants-related assistance and services, such as negotiating terms and conditions of grants/assistance awards to include costs, schedules, and oversight responsibilities; interpreting complex program requirements, conducting risk assessments and business reviews, identifying problem areas, and providing advice to grantees on program improvements; conducting on-site monitoring of grantees to ensure compliance with federal regulatory requirements and agency grants management policies.

Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs

Grants Management Specialist (PREA), GS-1109-13

Announcement Number:	JP-22-041	Application Deadline:	06/08/2022
Locations:	Washington, Dist of Columbia	Open Date:	05/23/2022
Salary Range:	Min: 106823.0 - Max: 138868.0	Location Notes:
Pay Schedule:	Annual	Who May Apply:	US Citizens
Time Limit:	Permanent - No time limit	Promotion Potential:	13
Number of Vacancies:	1	Work Schedule:	Full Time

Agency Marketing Statement:

Duties:

Serves as a technical expert in the administration of corrections and PREA-specific grant programs, cooperative agreements, and/or contracts. Evaluates and recommends corrections and PREA implementation action to decision makers on corrections and PREA-focused concept papers, abstracts, applications for funding, and related matters to support assessment of compliance with corrections and PREA grant program requirements, relevance to key corrections and PREA issues and priorities, and possible contribution to the adoption of policies and practices that are consistent with the requirements in the PREA standards.
Serves as a technical expert in the administration of corrections and PREA-specific grant programs, cooperative agreements, and/or contracts. Evaluates and recommends corrections and PREA implementation action to decision makers on corrections and PREA-focused concept papers, abstracts, applications for funding, and related matters to support assessment of compliance with corrections and PREA grant program requirements, relevance to key corrections and PREA issues and priorities, and possible contribution to the adoption of policies and practices that are consistent with the requirements in the PREA standards.
Make recommendations related to corrections and PREA program planning and implementation in connection with prospective changes in functions related to the corrections and PREA implementation program areas.

Provides advice and guidance to resolve, implement, or manage corrections and PREA program issues that involve major areas of uncertainty in approach or methodology.
Make recommendations related to corrections and PREA program planning and implementation in connection with prospective changes in functions related to the corrections and PREA implementation program areas. Provides advice and guidance to resolve, implement, or manage corrections and PREA program issues that involve major areas of uncertainty in approach or methodology.
Serves as a corrections and PREA implementation expert to inform on the development and management of grants and/or cooperative agreements, i.e., is called upon to provide advice, guidance, and information on corrections and PREA implementation grants and agreements with unprecedented issues and processes. Develops and maintains effective relationships with national, state, tribal, and local experts, administrators, high-level officials, policy makers, and planners in the corrections field, with an emphasis on stakeholders who are focused on implementing the PREA standards.
Serves as a corrections and PREA implementation expert to inform on the development and management of grants and/or cooperative agreements, i.e., is called upon to provide advice, guidance, and information on corrections and PREA implementation grants and agreements with unprecedented issues and processes. Develops and maintains effective relationships with national, state, tribal, and local experts, administrators, high-level officials, policy makers, and planners in the corrections field, with an emphasis on stakeholders who are focused on implementing the PREA standards.
Develops and/or reviews corrections and PREA grant program materials, such program plans, solicitation content and budget recommendations, justification and program assessment of outcomes addressing BJA program priorities related to corrections and PREA implementation.

Prepares corrections- and PREA-focused analytical reports, memorandum, concept papers, budget documents and other types of written responses that are disseminated to internal and external audiences to include various practitioner groups, researchers, Congressional committees, and the general public.
Develops and/or reviews corrections and PREA grant program materials, such program plans, solicitation content and budget recommendations, justification and program assessment of outcomes addressing BJA program priorities related to corrections and PREA implementation. Prepares corrections- and PREA-focused analytical reports, memorandum, concept papers, budget documents and other types of written responses that are disseminated to internal and external audiences to include various practitioner groups, researchers, Congressional committees, and the general public.