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Open: July 20, 2026 — Closes: July 27, 2026
Summary
This position is part of the Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management - National Energy Technology Laboratory, Department of Energy. As a Grants Management Specialist, you will be managing all phases of the financial assistance process, from initial procurement planning and pre-award application reviews to post-award monitoring and final close-out.
Major Duties
The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. The Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management - National Energy Technology Laboratory office works to discover, integrate, and mature technology solutions to enhance the nation's energy foundation and protect the environment for future generations. Through forward-looking research and technology development, our team of talented and diverse experts provides technology solutions for today and options for tomorrow. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy At the full performance level GS-12 Grants Management Specialist, you will: Lead pre-award planning and administration by developing funding opportunities, determining appropriate award instruments (such as grants or cooperative agreements), and establishing merit evaluation criteria. Perform complex financial and cost-benefit evaluations of applicant budget justifications, proposed milestones, and recipient accounting systems to ensure the allowability, allocability, and reasonableness of costs. Negotiate specialized award terms, conditions, and budgets with applicants and grantees, resolving controversial pre-award issues and protecting federal interests. Conduct robust post-award monitoring and compliance reviews, including analyzing continuation/renewal applications, evaluating requested changes, and managing recipient audits, fund obligations, and award closeouts. Provide expert technical assistance and training to program officials, external partners, and lower-graded grants management staff, addressing controversial issues and advising on precedent-setting grants management situations. Evaluate and refine agency financial assistance policies by identifying procedural inefficiencies, assessing the operational impact of proposed regulations, and drafting corrective guidance.
