Grants-Cooperative Agreement Specialist

1 month ago

Arlington, Virginia, United States USAJobs Full time
Duties

As a Grants-Cooperative Agreement Specialist at the GS level, some of your typical work assignments may include:
  • Determining specific Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) detention requirements, potential sources, and special terms and conditions required by state, or local government.
  • Identifying deficiencies and recommending practical solutions to achieve intended program goals.
  • Conducting assessments of prisoner populations and detention facilities.
    The responsibilities described above are for the full performance level. At the developmental grade levels, assignments may be of more limited scope, performed with less independence, and limited complexity.

    Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in the Federal Workforce
    As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

    Requirements

    Conditions of Employment
    • Must complete an initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s).

      Must pass a pre-employment security investigation and drug screening.

      May be required to successfully complete a trial/probationary period.

      Males born after must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. Verify Registration here .

      Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.

      You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

      Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).

      Must be able to obtain and maintain and Public Trust Investigation.

      Qualifications

      GS-12 TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 grade level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 grade level. (Must submit your SF-50 that shows Time-in-Grade eligibility and reflects your title, series, and grade. No award SF-50 will be accepted).

      You may qualify at the GS level, if you fulfill the following qualifications:

      Specialized Experience: At least one year (12 months) of full-time specialized experience at or equivalent to the grade GS-11 in the Federal Service performing duties which include the following: 1.) Reviewing cost and pricing proposals for Intergovernmental Agreements (IGA) and contracts for government entities; 2) Providing assistance in planning, developing, and reviewing procurement plans; 3) Negotiating intergovernmental agreements/contracts for services from state, local, county and private vendors; 4) Reviewing various policies and procedures, etc. 5) Identifying necessary program improvements and recommending changes to program offices' practices, policies, or procedures. (Must be reflected in resume.)

      IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE CANNOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

      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.

      Education

      Applicants may not qualify for this position based on education in lieu of specialized experience at the GS-12 grade level.

      Additional information

      Reasonable Accommodation Requests : If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and Americans with Disabilities Act 1990 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation in your online application. Requests for Reasonable Accommodations for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for Reasonable Accommodation must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for Reasonable Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a Reasonable Accommodation, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here:

      Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, you must be a preference eligible or a Veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.

      Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit:

      Additional selections may be made from this announcement.

      Applications will not be accepted if submitted using Government franked envelopes.

      Recruitment incentive may be authorized.

      Relocation incentive may be authorized.

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