Federal Grants Management Specialist

Appalachian Regional Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Commuting subsidy

Professional development

Teleworking available

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Commission seeks a Grants Management Specialist to coordinate the full lifecycle of federal ARC grants, including reviews, amendments, and closeouts. The role supports pre- and post-award activities and delivers training to applicants and grantees.

You will work with the BWI team under the Division Director, ensuring compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 and ARDA guidelines. Washington, DC locale with in-person office days required.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding and experience with federal grants management processes and technical assistance.
• Excellent understanding of 2.CFR Part 200 and uniform guidance across the grant lifecycle.
• Experience navigating grants management systems and reporting for applicants and grantees.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, rules, and methods governing federal grants and awards.
• Attention to detail and ability to use grants software, Excel, and Word.
• One year of solid grants management experience.
• Bachelor's degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Core competencies: accountability, adaptability, collaboration, communication, and critical analysis.
• Ability to travel up to 25% and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the full lifecycle of ARC grants (pre- and post-award).
• Review applications, monitor progress, issue amendments, and close grants.
• Provide training for applicants and grantees.

Skills

Grants management

2 CFR Part 200 knowledge

Customer service communications

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

3–5 years of relevant experience

Tools

Grants management software

Excel

Word

Job description

Appalachian Regional Commission seeks a Grants Management Specialist to coordinate the full lifecycle of federal ARC grants, including reviews, amendments, and closeouts. The role supports pre- and post-award activities and delivers training to applicants and grantees.

You will work with the BWI team under the Division Director, ensuring compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 and ARDA guidelines. Washington, DC locale with in-person office days required.