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Grants Specialists

SRP Partners is currently seeking experienced and dedicated Grants Specialists to join our team. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to provide lifecycle administration and technical support for federal grants to our state and local government clients.

About SRP Partners

SRP Partners is a woman-owned small business located in Baltimore County, Maryland dedicated to helping communities respond to, and recover from, disasters. Staff at SRP Partners offer valuable, real-world experience to support state and local governments in:

  • Public Assistance (PA) Program Management

  • Individual Assistance (IA) Program Management

  • Disaster Temporary Housing Program Management

  • Strategic Recovery Planning

  • Accounting & Financial Management

  • Social Science Research & Analysis

  • Hazard, Risk & Vulnerability Assessments

  • Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP) Compliance

  • Hazard Mitigation Planning & Project Management

Job Description

As an integral member of our team, the Grants Specialist will support federal grant lifecycle activities, including application development, award processing, monitoring, and closeout functions. The Grants Specialist will ensure compliance with all necessary regulation, assist in tracking financial and programmatic performance, and support accurate documentation and reporting throughout the grant administration process. The Grants Specialist for SRP Partners will be expected to:  

  • Assist project managers in tracking project progress, ensuring the timely achievement of milestones, and adjusting timelines or resource allocations as needed.

  • Coordinate pre-award, post-award, and closeout processes for state and federal grants.

  • Conduct research and analysis on various compliance topics including financial controls, grant outcomes and deliverables, eligibility, program delivery, compliance with federal procurement protocols, and general CDBG best practices.

  • Handle reimbursement processing and financial reconciliations, including auditing contractor invoices and tracking line-item budget balances.

  • Maintain positive and effective engagement with clients and stakeholders, providing timely follow-ups and supplying necessary support to address client needs.

  • Offer technical support to clients and stakeholders as needed.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, economics, public policy, public administration, or a closely related field

  • Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in federal grants management compliance, including compliance and policy knowledge related to CDBG grants

  • Ability to interpret and apply federal and US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) statutes and guidance, as well as Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) applicable governing sections

  • Must be a U.S. citizen or otherwise lawfully authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with pre-award, post-award, and closeout processes for CDBG, FEMA, and USDA grants.

  • Strong communication and analytical skills

  • Extensive knowledge of 2 CFR Part 200 compliance

  • Experience with FEMA’s resilience, hazard mitigation, and other grant programs, including BRIC, and FMA, as well as HUD’s CDBG grants

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation range for this role is $32/hr. to $46/hr.

Compensation is dependent upon education history and professional background, prior experience, and skill level, according to existing contractual requirements.

Benefits package includes:

  • Earned Sick & Safe Leave

  • Paid Holiday Leave (11 recognized holidays per year)

  • Participation in MarylandSaves Retirement Savings program

Travel Requirement

Some positions may require travel to disaster-affected areas for an extended period, on a case-by-case basis. Successful candidates must be willing and able to work in deployed status, away from home. When required, travel costs (including per diem) will be reimbursed at prevailing GSA rates.

EEOC Statement

SRP Partners is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

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