Grants Management Specialist

Job Family and Clearance Job Family: Research Analyst Travel Required: None Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Public Trust What You Will Do Provide technical assistance in developing and analyzing the National Institute of Aging’s (NIA) grants program Review annual progress reports and competing and noncompeting grant applications for accuracy, completeness, policy compliance, and alignment with federal regulations and SOPs Draft and manage correspondence with applicants, grantees, and institutions to address administrative, financial, and policy-related questions or issues Review, revise, and prepare budgets and Excel-based funding spreadsheets, analyzing requested costs for allowability, allocability, reasonableness, and current funding levels Support pre- and post-award grant activities, including administrative and financial reviews, funding actions, award preparation, and final processing readiness Maintain grant files, databases, and electronic records in IMPAC II eGrants, and prepare reports, analyses, and routine updates for staff Identify and escalate issues that may delay awards, resolve grant-related problems with internal and external stakeholders, and advise staff on administrative and business management matters Contribute to the development and improvement of grant review procedures, policies, and supporting documentation What You Will Need Bachelor’s degree OR high school diploma plus four (4) years’ experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree At least one (1) year of experience in grants administration, research, or related administrative support roles Knowledge of NIH/HHS grant policies and processes Experience reviewing grant applications for compliance Experience with budgets and financial analysis Ability to analyze data and prepare reports Experience maintaining grant records/systems Proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel and Word Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred What Would Be Nice to Have Experience with NIH or federal agencies Familiarity with IMPAC II or grants systems Knowledge of grant lifecycle (pre-award/post-award) Salary Range The annual salary range for this position is $56,000.00–$94,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a broad array of factors, including skill sets, experience, training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Benefits Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays Parental Leave 401(k) Retirement Plan Group Term Life and Travel Assistance Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities Employee Referral Program Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach Care.com annual membership Employee Assistance Program Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.) Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus EEO Statement Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco. #J-18808-Ljbffr US132 Guidehouse Digital, LLC