Full-Time
Grants Specialist
Posted on 8/19/2026
Kymber Consulting Group
No salary listed
Washington, DC, USA
Hybrid
Hybrid work arrangement; minimal travel may be required for individual task or call orders.
Bachelor's
Category
 Legal & Compliance (1) |
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Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, or a related field is required.
- At least 5 years of relevant grants management experience is required.
- Experience supporting federal financial assistance or emergency management grant programs, such as Assistance to Firefighters Grants or Fire Prevention & Safety, is preferred within the experience qualification.
- The ability to obtain and maintain Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency suitability is required.
- The candidate must complete required agency training as directed by the Contracting Officer's Representative.
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced subject matter expertise for Grant Program Planning, Implementation, and Administration Support activities across the Grant Programs Directorate's four offices.
- Support technical assistance and help desk functions for Assistance to Firefighters Grants and Fire Prevention & Safety/research and development grant programs using fire, emergency medical services, or emergency management subject matter knowledge.
- Review complex grant applications, awards, and modifications for compliance with federal grants management regulations and program guidance.
- Mentor Level II Grants Management Subject Matter Experts and review their work for accuracy and compliance.
- Support compliance monitoring, risk assessment, and reporting activities for assigned grant programs.
- Assist with resolving escalated grantee inquiries and complex programmatic issues.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting federal financial assistance or emergency management grant programs, including Assistance to Firefighters Grants and Fire Prevention & Safety.