Project Specialist - AI/AN Victim Services Programs (REMOTE ROLE)

ICF; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,967 - 103,643; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking a Project Specialist to design and deliver culturally appropriate training for AI/AN communities in the United States. Responsibilities include evaluating needs, providing assistance, developing training resources, and enhancing victim services programs. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree, experience with AI/AN communities, and a background in victim services. The pay range for this position is $60,967.00 - $103,643.00 annually. This position requires obtaining a Public Trust Clearance prior to the start date.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience working with AI/AN communities.
• 5+ years’ experience in victim services.
• U.S. citizenship is required by federal government contract.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive capacity building and compliance assistance to AI/AN victim services programs.
• Evaluate individual grantee needs and develop customized assistance plans.
• Conduct reviews of resources, infrastructure, and capacity within tribal communities.

Skills

Experience working with AI/AN communities

Victim services knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in MS Office Applications

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office Applications

Job description

Overview

PROJECT SPECIALIST (AI/AN Victim Services Programs) – ICF seeks an experienced Project Specialist to design and deliver high quality, culturally appropriate capacity-building training and customized assistance to American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities in the Lower 48 and Alaska as they expand, develop, and implement crime victim service programs. The successful candidate has knowledge of federal award management, experience developing and deploying effective assistance strategies in Indigenous communities, demonstrates excellent communication and collaboration skills, and is respectful of tribal sovereignty.

Location – This position will support clients in specific regions; we are seeking candidates located in the mid-west, pacific northwest, and the southwest (Alaska, Arizona, California, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Texas).

Clearance – This position requires obtaining a Public Trust Clearance prior to the start date.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive capacity building and compliance assistance to AI/AN victim services programs
• Evaluate individual grantee needs and partner with grantees to develop customized assistance plans and track progress
• Support grantees as they enhance and strengthen their crime victim services
• Develop trainings, curriculum, and resources appropriate for AI/AN audiences and their identified needs
• Plan and execute assistance activities including advancing customized plans, sharing subject matter expertise, and reporting on outcomes
• Facilitate trainings including webinars, peer learning exchanges and communities of practice
• Support grantees in the creation of key activities to advance their programs and services
• Assist with strategic planning
• Conduct reviews of resources, infrastructure, and capacity within tribal communities
• Identify and share culturally responsive, trauma-informed practices, resources, and approaches

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2+ years’ experience working with AI/AN communities
• 5+ years’ experience in victim services
• Willingness to travel if required
• U.S. citizenship is required by federal government contract
• This position requires a Public Trust security clearance. Applicants will be subject to a government security investigation to obtain clearance prior to the start date

Additional Skills

• Experience working in diverse communities with a deep understanding of American Indian and Alaska Native populations
• Knowledge of federal grants management and compliance requirements
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
• Ability to engage audiences and communicate effectively in a virtual space
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Adaptable with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Demonstrated professionalism with the ability to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy
• Ability to work collaboratively across assistance providers, the government client, subject matter experts and project partners
• Proficient in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, Teams) and other e-learning, webinar, and digital platforms

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience supporting federal grants programs and support to AI/AN grant recipients to ensure compliance with award conditions
• Experience working in or on behalf of tribal communities in the victim services space
• Innovative and engaging trainer (virtual and in-person)
• Knowledge of challenges facing tribal communities such as broadband access and regional/geographic considerations
• Familiarity with adult learning principles for tribal audiences
• Ability to scale and adapt content based on learner level and experience

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider. We are an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable accommodations are available, including for disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities. For accommodations, email [e-mail]. All information will be kept confidential to provide needed accommodations.

Policy – Candidate AI Usage Policy: The use of artificial intelligence tools to generate responses during interviews is not permitted. If accommodation involving AI is needed, contact [e-mail].

Pay Range – The pay range for this position is $60,967.00 - $103,643.00 (full-time).