Federal Program Specialist (FFTL)

Commonwealth-of-Kentuck; Frankfort (KY); Remote; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) in Frankfort, KY, seeks a Federal Program Specialist (FFTL) to support accounting, contracting and compliance for federal infrastructure funds. This is a time-limited FFTL position under the Executive Branch with potential telecommuting and full-time benefits.

The role requires four years of grant-related experience and a bachelor's degree, plus knowledge of Davis Bacon/Buy America requirements. Travel within the Commonwealth is possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Four years of professional experience in budget administration, grant administration, financial analysis and/or forecasting, statistical analysis, financial auditing, or a related field.
• Two years of the required experience must include the preparation, research and planning, budgeting, or administration of state or federal grants-in-aids.
• A master's degree will substitute for one year of required experience.

Responsibilities

• Review reporting documentation to ensure compliance with federal guidelines.
• Perform site visits and providing technical assistance with project specific guidelines.
• Assist contractors with necessary information and guidelines to ensure compliance with Davis Bacon/Buy America requirements.

Skills

Davis Bacon knowledge

Buy America Act knowledge

Strong organization skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Federal Program Specialist (FFTL)

Advertisement Closes: 11/5/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Advertisement ID: 2605799

Pay Grade: 16

Salary: $5,445.66 - $6,666.08 Monthly

Employment Type: EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency: Energy & Environment Cabinet | Office of Administrative Services

Location: 300 Sower Boulevard
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

The mission of the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the Commonwealth’s natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions that together bring economic benefit to the commonwealth.

If you are looking for a positive work environment and a career where you can make a difference in the environment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has to offer, check out our YouTube page and our Careers page.

By joining the Division of Management as a Federal Program Specialist in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to support accounting, contracting and compliance efforts in relation to federal infrastructure funds received within the Cabinet.

This is a federally funded time-limited (FFTL) position. This means it is a position that is paid entirely as the result of a federal grant. The duration of employment shall not exceed the life of the federal grant that funds the position. An employee appointed to an FFTL position is required to meet the minimum requirements for the classification. Further, an employee appointed to an FFTL position is designated as an unclassified (non-merit) employee. An FFTL employee is eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit) employee in a permanent position.

Responsibilities

• Review reporting documentation to ensure compliance with federal guidelines.
• Perform site visits and providing technical assistance with project specific guidelines.
• Assist contractors with necessary information and guidelines to ensure compliance with Davis Bacon/Buy American requirements.

Skills & Experience

• Various federal compliance guidelines (optional).

Desired Candidates

• Davis Bacon/Buy America Act knowledge and experience.
• Strong organization skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

This position will require intermittent travel throughout the Commonwealth.

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as you build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky.

EEC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.

Minimum Requirements

• EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Four years of professional experience in budget administration, grant administration, financial analysis and/or forecasting, statistical analysis, financial auditing, or a related field. Two years of the required experience must include the preparation, research and planning, budgeting, or administration of state or federal grants-in-aids.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A master's degree will substitute for one year of required experience.
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional grant-in-aid related experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Work typically involves extensive contact with the public. Travel may be required.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Katie Crocker at [e-mail] or 502-782-0733.

Equal Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D