<p>If you are passionate about community development and skilled in managing construction or housing grant projects, join the Iowa Economic Development Authority as our Federal Grants Manager to lead impactful initiatives that strengthen Iowa's communities. </p> <p>About Us:</p> <p>At the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA), we're dedicated to making Iowa the choice for people and businesses. We build powerful partnerships, leverage diverse resources, and drive economic and community vitality. From supporting startups and expanding enterprises to preserving the rich history and culture of rural communities, and aiding in disaster recovery, we create endless opportunities for Iowans to thrive.</p> <p>As the Federal Grants Manager, you will oversee Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and guiding communities through successful project execution. You will also support State and Local Fiscal Recovery Programs, provide technical assistance and conduct on-site monitoring to ensure regulatory compliance.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Manage the federal funding compliance elements of construction projects from application to close-out.</p> </li><li> <p>Develop and share guidelines with potential applicants including cities, counties, and grant administrators.</p> </li><li> <p>Provide technical assistance to grantees, applicants, and prospective applicants.</p> </li><li> <p>Review applications, make funding recommendations, and oversee the implementation of the proposed plan for project completion which details construction activity.</p> </li><li> <p>Ensure compliance with Housing and Urban Development (HUD) cross-cutting requirements such as Davis-Bacon, Section 3, Build America-Buy America provision, and the Uniform Relocation Act and handling related paperwork.</p> </li><li> <p>Follow procedures for contract and amendment reviews.</p> </li><li> <p>Review and approve project budgets and remitted claims from grantees.</p> </li><li> <p>Monitor projects on-site to ensure regulatory compliance.</p> </li><li> <p>Manage project closeout process efficiently.</p> </li></ul> <p>Ideal candidates have:</p> <ul> <li>Strong understanding of HUD programs and federal compliance & grant administration. </li><li>Experience in construction project administration and / or housing programs administration. </li><li>Excellent communication and project management skills. </li><li>Dedication to our Core Values: </li></ul> <p>Accountability in Action - We take pride in our work and results.</p> <p>Innovate Together - We thrive on solving challenges through dynamic collaboration with our teams and partners.</p> <p>Mission Driven - We place Iowans at the heart of everything we do</p> <p>New to the area or looking to relocate to Iowa? Visit  ThisIsIowa.com to see how Iowa offers something for everyone- competitively low cost of living, bustling cities and neighborhoods, access to entertainment, opportunities for career growth and unrivaled access to outdoor adventures.</p> <p>As an employee of the Iowa Economic Development Authority, you are a State of Iowa employee, and you are eligible to enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:</p> <ul> <li>Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation with accruals that rollover on a yearly basis, sick leave with no limits on accrual and 9 paid holidays per year. </li><li>Great Benefits: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options. </li><li>Retirement Plan: IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan. </li><li>Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care). </li><li>Life Insurance: Free Life Insurance. </li><li>Support: Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs. </li></ul> <p>To learn more about benefits available to State of Iowa employees visit the benefits web page.</p> <p>The Iowa Economic Development Authority is an EEO/AA Employer</p> <p>Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.</p> <p>The Federal Grants Manager position is a non-merit, non-contract position that is classified by the State of Iowa as an Economic Development Specialist 2 and is exempt per FLSA regulations. </p> <p>Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major coursework in research, planning, economics, public relations, business, corporate finance, journalism, or marketing and experience equal to two years of full-time work that involved responsibility for interpreting laws, rules and regulations, and/or securing compliance with them; or compiling and evaluating statistical, historical, economic, business, financial, or technical related or program data;</p> <p>OR</p> <p>an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting one year of the above required experience for each year (thirty semester or equivalent hours) of the required education.</p> <p>For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.Employees will be required to travel. Some positions may require employees to furnish their own means of transportation in order to conduct state business.</p> <p> </p>