Senior Consultant- CDBG-DR

EisnerAmper LLP; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EisnerAmper LLP is seeking a Senior Consultant for their Government Services Practice. This position involves supporting CDBG-DR consulting engagements, helping clients with compliance, and implementing disaster recovery programs. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in CDBG-DR grant management.

The role can be remote or hybrid, with a preferred location in Raleigh, NC. Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills are essential for success in this position, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of successful CDBG-DR grant management experience in a compliance or policy-related role.
• Strong policy background, including 2 CFR 200 and 24 CFR 570 compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support CDBG-DR consulting engagements, including planning, execution, and delivery.
• Help clients maintain compliance with relevant regulations.
• Assist clients in designing disaster recovery programs.
• Draft and evaluate grantee Action Plan Amendments.

Skills

CDBG-DR grant management

Policy compliance

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Public Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Job Overview

Senior Consultant – CDBG-DR in our Government Services Practice. This role is ideal for someone with strong familiarity with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program and a proven track record of supporting complex programs in a compliance or policy-related role.

Location: Remote or Hybrid (near one of our local offices). Preferred Location: Raleigh.

Key Responsibilities

• Support CDBG-DR consulting engagements, including planning, execution, and delivery.
• Help clients maintain compliance with the Universal Notice, Stafford Act, 24 CFR 570, 2 CFR 200, and other applicable regulations and Federal Register Notices, including researching and interpreting relevant regulations.
• Assist clients in designing and implementing disaster recovery programs that meet all eligibility requirements, including analyzing eligibility of costs and activities and National Objective Use.
• Use knowledge and experience to help determine methods of program implementation and program design.
• Draft and/or evaluate grantee Action Plan Amendments to ensure compliance with CDBG-DR regulations.
• Develop policies and procedures that comply with all relevant regulations and the grantee’s Action Plan.
• Ensure timely and accurate development of all client deliverables.
• Actively engage in business development activities such as participating at conferences and responding to requests for proposals, including identification and review of funding opportunities and development and submission of proposals.
• Occasionally work extended hours; travel to/work from different firm offices and/or client locations as required.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of successful CDBG-DR grant management experience in a compliance or policy-related role.
• Strong policy background, including 2 CFR 200 and 24 CFR 570 compliance requirements, as well as applicable Federal Register Notices.

Preferred or Desired Qualifications

• Experience with pre-award, post-award, and closeout processes for CDBG-DR grants.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Equal Opportunity Statement

EisnerAmper is a merit-based employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of background. If you require assistance completing an employment application due to a disability, please contact [e-mail] so that we can provide you with an accommodation or an alternative application process.