Federal Program Specialist (FFTL)
About The Position
The Federal Program Specialist works in the Division of Management within the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet’s Office of Administrative Services, supporting accounting, contracting, and compliance efforts related to federal infrastructure funds received within the Cabinet. The position is federally funded and time-limited; employment cannot exceed the life of the federal grant funding the role. The employee is designated as unclassified (non-merit) and is eligible for benefits at the same level as a classified employee in a permanent position. The agency may authorize telecommuting and may modify or terminate that arrangement at any time. The position is based in Frankfort, Kentucky, and requires intermittent travel throughout the Commonwealth. Work typically involves extensive contact with the public.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a college or university.
- Four years of professional experience in budget administration, grant administration, financial analysis and/or forecasting, statistical analysis, financial auditing, or a related field.
- At least two years of the required experience must include preparation, research and planning, budgeting, or administration of state or federal grants-in-aid.
- A master’s degree may substitute for one year of required experience.
- Additional grant-in-aid-related experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Intermittent travel throughout the Commonwealth is required.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of and experience with the Davis-Bacon Act and Buy America Act.
Responsibilities
- Review reporting documentation to ensure compliance with federal guidelines.
- Perform site visits and provide technical assistance with project-specific guidelines.
- Assist contractors with information and guidelines needed to comply with Davis-Bacon and Buy America requirements.
Benefits
- Benefits at the same level as those provided to a classified (merit) employee in a permanent position.
- The Cabinet provides opportunities for development and upward movement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
