Supervisory Grants Management Specialist

The Department of the Interior is devoted to protecting and preserving the natural resources of this great nation, including National Parks, Landmarks, and the well-being of communities, including those of Native American, Alaska Natives and affiliated Islanders.

This position is located within the Department of the Interior, Office of the Secretary, Assistant Secretary - Insular, International, and Ocean Affairs, Office of Insular Affairs, Territories Division, Honolulu, Hawaii. The division is responsible for performing general program, political, and economic analysis for the territories and monitor and track Federal programs extended to the territories. The division manages and oversees OIA grants and other assistance to the territories. The Office carries out the administrative responsibilities of the Secretary of the Interior to promote the coordination of federal policy for the territories of American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Office is responsible for the administration and oversight of financial assistance programs to these territories and provides technical and policy guidance to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. At the full performance level (GS-15) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: 1. The incumbent in this position serves as the Associate Director for the Territories Division. This position coordinates all activities in support of the goals and objectives specific to the territories and serves as the principal point of contact for all territorial policy and grants support inquiries under the direction of the OIA Director and in close coordination with the Assistant Secretary. 2. Provides authoritative policy guidance and technical oversight for all territorial financial assistance programs. Prepares and reviews budgets and implementation plans to support OIA policy and financial assistance goals for the territories, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and compliance with federal requirements. 3. Interprets and implements policy as it relates to territorial financial assistance programs, recommending revisions when appropriate. Advises OIA and departmental officials on financial assistance, grants management, and other economic and policy issues. 4. Supervises desk officers in policy analysis, program oversight, and liaison functions for assigned insular areas. Ensures that legislative and regulatory analyses, funding recommendations, and monitoring reports prepared by staff reflect sound policy and fiscal integrity. Guides staff in maintaining effective relationships with territorial officials and coordinating with federal agencies to advance U.S. policy objectives. 5. In close coordination with the OIA Director, Assistant Secretary, and Deputy Assistant Secretary, and relevant Department offices, interfaces with top Federal and territorial government officials discussing critical agreements and financial assistance issues related to territorial projects or programs. The Office of the Secretary has determined that the duties of this position is eligible for telework only during an emergency or a natural disaster. Salary Information Honolulu, Hawaii Salary Rate Range Information (Per Annum): *First time hires to the federal government typically start at the beginning salary in the range for their respective grade level. GS-15: $154,454.00- $197,200.00 This vacancy may be used to fill additional positions as vacancies become available. This vacancy is also announced as OS-1500-26-KS-049(DEU) for those applicants who wish to apply and be considered under Competitive Examining procedures.

You must be a U.S. Citizen. You will be subject to a background/suitability investigation/determination. You will be required to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit. You must submit ALL required documents and a completed questionnaire. Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service system, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See http://www.sss.gov/. Incumbent must obtain within 24 months of entrance on duty and maintain a DOI Financial Assistance Certificate. Extensive travel to remote areas required, will need to obtain a U.S. Passport. You may be required to operate a motor vehicle while traveling.