REMOTE Federal Grants Compliance Manager (Grants & Broadband)

Job Posting End Date05-04-2024

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

AEP is aggressively pursuing federal grant funds to offset utility expenses to deliver customer cost savings associated with the delivery of electricity service. This position is responsible for:

• All aspects of negotiating and executing the grant award with the federal government agencies,

• Development of all company policy and procedures for maintaining compliance with these federal grants

• Day-to-day efforts associated with monitoring, tracking, and executing all required actions to maintain compliance with all federal grants received.

• Coordinating and ensuring seamless billing and collection of grant funds from federal granting agencies.

Job Description

ORGANIZATION: Grid Solutions

DEPARTMENT: Grants & Broadband

FORMAL TITLE: Grant Manager = bachelor's degree + 10 years of experience with two (2) of management experience; OR, associate's degree + 11 years of experience with two (2) years of management experience

Work Designation -- remote and preferably within AEP's service territory in these states: OH, WV, VA, KY, TN, IN, MI, OK, TX, LA, AR. Other states and locales/municipalities may be considered based on payroll, tax and benefits.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS are listed below:

Provide regular updates to all stakeholders;

Negotiation and Execution of Grant Awards:

Lead all aspects of negotiating and executing grant awards with federal government agencies.

Ensure clear understanding of grant terms and conditions, and effectively communicate requirements to relevant stakeholders.

Coordinates with appropriate business units and consultants to ensure timely and accurate response to grant maker during award phase;Coordinates with Operating Companies and other Service Corp groups during award agreement negotiation to ensure Companies ability to comply with proposed agreement;

Development of Compliance Policies and Procedures:

Develop comprehensive company policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal grant regulations.

Stay updated on changes in regulations and guidelines, and adapt policies accordingly to ensure ongoing compliance.

Day-to-Day Compliance Efforts:

Take charge of monitoring, tracking, and executing all necessary actions to maintain compliance with federal grants received.

Implement internal controls and processes to ensure adherence to grant requirements on a daily basis.

Lead all required internal and external audit activities.

Coordination of Billing and Collection of grant funds:

Coordinate seamless billing and collection of grant funds from federal granting agencies.

Ensure accurate and timely submission of invoices and documentation required for grant reimbursement.

Coordinate with Regulatory on funding mechanisms and approval strategy;

Works with appropriate business units post award agreement to ensure proper handoffs and understanding of grant award requirements

Supervise employees as assigned

Provide support to direct reports in their development activities and mentor other employees.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree in Technology, Management, Business or Engineering; OR,

Associate’s degree in same disciplines

Experience: With a Bachelor’s, need 10 or more years of grant writing, project management, or business development experience to include 2 years of management experience; OR,

Associate’s degree, need 11 years of experience to include 2 years of management experience

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Complete understanding of industry safety protocols

Solid written and oral communication and presentation skills

Negotiation skills - experience with third party contract negotiations

Requires periodic travel within the United States

Physical demand level is Sedentary.

INITIAL POSITION / BASE SALARY FUNDING: ($129,963 - $168,954). In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including: discretionary annual and long-term incentives, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, etc.

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-010

Compensation Range:

$129,963.00-168,952.00 USD

Candidates will be considered based on their qualifications and the candidate’s ability to work from an approved work location. Although the location is flexible, AEP does not have a presence in all states and localities. The following locations are NOT currently approved for this position: AK, CA, CO, CT, DE, HI, IA, ID, KS, MA, ME, MS, MT, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WY, US Territories or international work locations. AEP will consider qualified candidates who are willing to relocate to an approved work location, at the candidate’s expense, provided the relocation can be completed within a timeframe that meets AEP’s staffing needs. NOTE: All remote work locations require vetting and final approval prior to offer and/or start date. Any work locations listed as preferred or unapproved relate specifically to the requirements for this position and are not necessarily applicable to other posted positions.

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