Workforce Development Specialist

Employment and Training Administration•San Francisco, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

These positions are within the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Employment and Training Administration (ETA) Regional Offices, with one vacancy each in Boston, Massachusetts; Chicago, Illinois; Dallas, Texas; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; and San Francisco, California. The positions are within the bargaining unit and are not remote. The selectee will report regularly to an assigned DOL office and may participate in telework as determined by management and DOL policy. The Workforce Development Specialist manages grants and supports implementation of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education (Perkins V) Act and workforce development programs. The role monitors grantee performance and compliance, analyzes legislation, regulations, policies, data, and program issues, and provides guidance and technical assistance to grantees and other stakeholders. The specialist also develops and disseminates policies and materials, collaborates with federal, state, and local partners, maintains grant records, and communicates grant requirements to grantees.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must obtain the necessary security/investigation level; a background investigation is required before entering on duty.
For GS-12, must have 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-11 in the Federal Service.
Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate at least three of the following: interpreting and applying federal laws, regulations, and requirements to federally funded workforce or education grants or contracts; reviewing federally funded workforce or education program proposals, grants, and documents for technical accuracy; preparing technical or written materials using Microsoft software and technology; analyzing, interpreting, or reporting data related to federally funded workforce or education grants or contracts to identify improvement opportunities; or delivering assistance to grantees regarding federally funded workforce or education program policies, processes, or practices.
There is no education substitution at this grade level.
Applicants tentatively selected must submit to screening for illegal drug use before appointment.

Responsibilities

Conduct on-site compliance monitoring and Enhanced Desk Monitoring Reviews of grantees to assess progress against grant goals, delivery of agreed products and services, performance outcomes, program quality, and compliance with grant and federal requirements.
Research and analyze federal legislation, regulations, guidance, and policy changes affecting Perkins V administration, and evaluate impacts on state and local implementation.
Assist in developing, interpreting, and disseminating policies, procedures, guidance documents, standard operating procedures, and technical assistance materials.
Provide policy and programmatic guidance to internal staff, local recipients, and external stakeholders; interpret federal and state requirements, resolve implementation issues, and promote effective program administration.
Collaborate with federal, state, and local partners to support Perkins V implementation, improve accountability, and promote continuous program improvement.
Manage a grant portfolio of moderate to high complexity, scope, and impact, including day-to-day grant management.
Analyze grant-related data, policy, and program issues and apply problem-solving techniques to address issues and deficiencies.
Develop comprehensive knowledge of ETA programs and applicable statutes, regulations, policies, and standard operating procedures.
Provide technical assistance to grantees to help them accomplish grant goals and objectives.
Use electronic grant management systems in accordance with established guidelines and protocols.
Maintain grant files and comply with documentation requirements established in Employment and Training Orders.
Prepare and deliver presentations to ETA leadership, colleagues, grantees, and other workforce system stakeholders.
Communicate federal and grant-award requirements to grantees and maintain ongoing communication to establish effective communication protocols.