Project Compliance Analyst [Office of General Counsel]

Washington, DC

Full Time

Office of General Counsel

Mid Level

Organization Overview:

The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) is an economic development entity of the federal government and 13 state governments focusing on 420 counties across the Appalachian Region. ARC’s mission is to innovate, partner, and invest to build community capacity and strengthen economic growth in Appalachia to help the Region achieve socioeconomic parity with the nation.

Position Summary:

ARC seeks a highly organized and collaborative team player to join our office of General Counsel as a Project Compliance Analyst to perform a highly coordinative and advisory role on all aspects of the project compliance review of applications for ARC assistance and serve as primary liaison between Project Compliance and Program staff providing authoritative technical assistance and guidance consistent with ARC policies and practices. The position works under the general direction of the Project Compliance Program Manager. and reports to the General Counsel.
Required Qualifications:

Adept knowledge of federal grants management laws, regulations and best practices to include OMB Uniform Guidance.
Strong ability to perform project compliance reviews of grant applications, cooperative agreements, amendments and awards, evaluating budgets based on administrative requirements for OMB.
Solid knowledge in applying rules, policies, procedures, processes, and methods governing the evaluation of grant applications for ARC assistance including financial components.
Ability to facilitate and engage diverse groups and individuals, including federal, state, and local partners, obtaining a resolution in a consultative and collaborate manner.
Strong attention to detail and ability to review high volumes of documentation.
Demonstrated knowledge of grants management lifecycle to evaluate applications for legal sufficiency, regulatory compliance and financial integrity.
Bachelor's degree required; a degree in accounting, finance, business or public administration, law or related field is preferred.
3-5 years of relevant experience in federal grant management, compliance, audit or a comparable private-sector compliance function.
Core competencies: accountability, adaptability, collaboration, communication, and critical analysis.

Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment bringing an energetic and innovative approach to the work.
Successful completion (prior to hire) & maintenance of background security review; U.S. citizenship required.
Minimal travel is needed (10%). Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Why ARC?

Great Benefits: ARC offers a collaborative work environment and a competitive benefits package which includes health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, commuting subsidy, professional development, and teleworking. This is not a federal position, however, if a federal employee is selected for this position and transfers without a break in service of more than three calendar days, he or she may be able to continue his or her retirement and life/health insurance benefits. ARC generally follows the General Schedule Salary Table of the Federal government. ARC’s grades denoted by “NF” are equivalent to the GS chart. This position is an NF-12 (DC locality). This position is located in Washington, DC and requires five days “in-person” days in the office.

Strong Mission: Curious about the work we do at ARC? Read more about our strategic plan, Appalachia Envisioned, to check out our goals. Our team is dedicated to innovation, partnerships, and investments in the Appalachian Region to help achieve socioeconomic parity with the nation.

Equal Employment Policy
ARC is an equal employment opportunity employer and endeavors to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of ARC’s business. If an applicant believes he or she requires such assistance to complete the application or to participate in an interview, he or she should contact the Director, Human Resources. If an applicant has any questions or concerns, he or she should reach out to the Lisa Pansegrouw, Director, Human Resources at 202.884.7770 or at [email protected]

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