Administration for Children and Families

Director, Office of Grants Management

Washington, District of Columbia $151661 - $228000 PA ES Closes Nov 3, 2026

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Summary

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. Separate ECQ or TQ narratives are not required or accepted. Your two-page résumé must demonstrate evidence of the ECQs and TQs. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ 1: Federal Grants Management and Policy Leadership Demonstrated executive-level experience providing strategic leadership for a large and complex Federal grants management portfolio, including the development, implementation, interpretation, and oversight of grants management policies, programs, and business processes. This includes applying risk-based approaches to grants administration, strengthening internal controls and accountability, overseeing audit resolution and corrective actions, and developing innovative solutions that improve grants management efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance. TQ 2: Strategic Grants Operations and Organizational Leadership Demonstrated executive-level experience leading a complex grants management organization through strategic planning, organizational management, workforce leadership, performance management, and business process improvement. This includes translating organizational priorities into actionable short- and long-range plans, directing multidisciplinary professional staff, managing organizational change, leveraging data and technology to improve grants and financial management operations, and achieving measurable improvements in organizational performance and mission outcomes. TQ 3: Executive Advisory, Policy, and Stakeholder Leadership Demonstrated executive-level experience serving as a principal advisor on complex grants management policy, operational, management, and strategic issues. and developing collaborative relationships with senior Federal, state, local, and external stakeholders. This includes evaluating the organizational impact of proposed or revised policies and regulations, leading cross-functional initiatives involving complex or sensitive issues, advising senior executives on courses of action, and effectively communicating and representing organizational positions before executive, governmental, professional, public, and private-sector audiences. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.

Major Duties

The Director, Office of Grants Management (OGM), provides executive leadership and direction for ACF's grants management functions. Responsibilities include establishing program priorities, directing grants management operations, implementing policies and procedures, overseeing grants systems and risk-management activities, and ensuring effective stewardship and accountability of federal grant resources. The Director oversees OGM staff and organizational performance, evaluates grants management processes and emerging issues, and directs improvements to operations and systems. Responsibilities also include coordinating audit resolution activities and working across ACF and with federal, state, and local partners to support consistent and effective grants administration.

Required Documents

A complete application includes items described below. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible). Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. 1. RESUME: All applicants must submit a résumé not to exceed two pages. Applicants seeking initial career appointment to the Senior Executive Service (SES) must include evidence of the ECQs and TQs. PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER. 2. Cover Letter: Applicants are encouraged to submit an optional cover letter, not to exceed one page, expressing their interest in the position 3. VACANCY QUESTION/ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE RESPONSES: Responses are automatically submitted through USA Jobs when you apply to this vacancy. 4. ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation if applicable: CURRENT OR FORMER SES MEBERS: Must provide your SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility. SES CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (SESCDP) GRADUATES: Verification of successful completion of an OPM-approved SESCDP and OPM SES QRB certification. CURRENT FEDERAL CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEE: Must provide a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting you are a current Federal Civil Service employee. STRONGLY RECOMMENDED: Most recent performance evaluation

How to Apply

You must submit the complete online application and documentation specified in the Required Documents by 11:59 PM (EST) on the CLOSING DATE 11/03/2026 of this announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select and upload your résumé and/or other required documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the "Include Personal Information" section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.e., resume and other required documents) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail. Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed, and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.