Deputy Intergovernmental Relations Officer - Grants Division

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university plus four (4) years of experience in a related field, of which two (2) years were in a management capacity

Licenses or Certifications:

None.
Notes to Applicants
The Deputy Intergovernmental Relations Officer (Grants Division) leads and directs grant activities, including but not limited to, application development, submission, compliance and reporting. The Grants Division will serve as a City-Wide resource to solicit and secure funding for City programs and activities and will work to bolster public/private partnerships. In addition, this Division will identify potential funding sources, write and package grant applications, provide grant writing and grant management training to City staff, and manage grant funds.

Well-qualified applicants will possess the following:

• Knowledge of grant writing, management, and administration.
• Knowledge of funding guidelines, services, compliance and reporting for federal, state, and local grant funding.
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, statutes, and regulations related to grant programs.
• Knowledge of organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of grant programs.

Assessment
An assessment may be administered as part of the interview process.

Application Instructions:

• In your cover letter, please include any additional skills and interest you would like to share.
• The City of Austin employment application is an official document; please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
• A detailed, complete employment application helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Describe your specific experience for each position. Include all job duties/responsibilities.
• A résumé and cover letter are required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application.

Travel:

If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Benefits:

Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities, and more. Please click HERE for more information.
Pay Range
$45.22 - $58.78

Hours
Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Hours may vary depending on operational needs.
Job Close Date 12/16/2024 Type of Posting External Department Management Services Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 919 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of grant writing, management, and administration.
• Knowledge of funding guidelines, services, compliance and reporting for federal, state, and local grant funding.
• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, statutes, and regulations related to grant programs.
• Knowledge of organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of grant programs.
• Ability to travel to more than one work location

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


Responds to and resolves sensitive inquiries and complaints from both internal and external sources and provides solutions to complex problems and works to resolve difficult issues between involved parties. Researches and monitors impact, consults with the City’s Legal Department, provides analysis, develops and advocates the City’s agenda, Manages the preparation of operating budgets, the financial forecasts and business plan requirements and reports, including financial reports and performance measures reports. Develops and implements short-and-long-range plans, policies, procedures, and programs. Acts as Intergovernmental Relations Officer in their absence to include serving as official departmental representative to other City departments, City Manager’s Office, elected officials and outside agencies. Prepares business planning reports, memoranda, and correspondence on departmental policies and activities. Secures funding from federal and state appropriations. Develops City wide programs. Provides oral and written testimony. Manages division team.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of legislative practices and procedures
• Knowledge of supervisory and management techniques and principles
• Knowledge of legislation tracking systems
• Knowledge of contract language, terms, conditions, etc.
• Skill in oral and written communication
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing
• Skill in using computers and related software
• Skill in legal analysis and impact
• Skill in planning and organizing
• Ability to accurately summarize and evaluate factors relating legislation
• Ability to negotiate
• Ability to coordinate with various departments
• Ability to evaluate political conditions and make appropriate recommendations
• Ability to give public presentations
• Ability to recommend procedural changes
• Ability to exercise good judgment, tact and diplomacy in all public dealings
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city and government agency employees and the public

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The position requires graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university plus four (4) years of experience in a related field, of which two (2) years were in a management capacity. Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position?

• Yes
• No

* Describe your knowledge of grant writing, management, and administration and the years of experience you have in these areas.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience with funding guidelines, services, compliance and reporting for federal, state, and local grant funding.
(Open Ended Question)
* How have you obtained knowledge of pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, statutes, and regulations related to grant programs?
(Open Ended Question)
* Detail your experience with organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of grant programs.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents

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