Grants Compliance Specialist I

IEM is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented, Full Time - Grant Compliance Specialist I (GCS I), to ensure the effective and compliant management of grants for IEM’s State Broadband Program funded by BEAD and other stand and federal funds. The Grant Compliance Specialist I will be responsible for monitoring and ensuring adherence to federal regulations and reporting requirements related to the grant programs supporting broadband expansion in our state. 

Primary Location:

• Live anywhere within the United States including territories.
• Work will take place from a personal office location.

Travel Requirements:

• This position may require travel to complete work assignments or attend meetings.

Essential Functions:

• Implement compliance processes and procedures for grant management in accordance with federal guidelines and requirements. 
• Conduct regular reviews and audits of grant activities to ensure compliance with BEAD and Treasury CPF funding regulations. 
• Monitor grant expenditures and activities to verify alignment with approved budgets and project plans. 
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address compliance issues and mitigate risks. 
• Prepare and submit accurate and timely reports to federal agencies on grant compliance and performance. 
• Support program evaluation efforts to assess the impact of grant-funded projects on broadband accessibility and adoption. 
• Participate in meetings and trainings to stay current on best practices in grant compliance and management. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• One (1) year experience regarding compliance or management with federal or state Grants.
• Basic expertise/knowledge of federal grant regulations, especially broadband consulting and/or broadband grant programs at the state or federal level. 
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail to ensure accurate compliance monitoring and reporting. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders. 
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. 
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards and promoting transparency in grant administration. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with grant management software and tools.
• Experience with broadband consulting and/or broadband grant programs at the state or federal level.
• Previous experience in grants compliance or management in a government or non-profit environment. 

Additional Information:

• Office Locations:Often, these offices are either owned by the client we work with or by IEM. All candidates are expected to follow any rules and regulations of the office in which they are required to work for that project.
• Personal Office / At Home Locations: All personal office / at home work environments require the ability to maintain minimum Internet speeds of 25 Mbps upload and 3 Mbps download, as well as a ping rate of 100 ms or less during working hours, regardless of the type and number of devices using your Internet connection. You must also have account privileges and access to your Internet service provider account during working hours for the purposes of maintaining the Internet connection, if needed.

Benefits and more:

• Salary based on experience and location: $60,000 - $80,000
• 10 paid Holidays
• Vacation Pay
• Sick Pay
• 401 (K) plan with matching
• Company paid STD and LTD

Equal Employment Opportunity. All IEM employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment, if necessary, are made without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, creed, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation. IEM is committed to providing reasonable workplace accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or employment process, please email [email protected] with specific details about the requested accommodation. All accommodation requests are reviewed case-by-case in compliance with applicable law.