Fema Inspector Jobs in Austin, TX (NOW HIRING)

Safework specializes in providing all aspects of construction management, project management, safety management and construction inspection. From the beginning of a project to the very end the Safework professionals are committed to the success of each project on which we work.

Our employees are the key to our success in providing professional services. What they contribute to our projects and to the company is much more than just doing a "job." In return we are committed to providing our employees with a great place to give their talents, an inclusive environment, and projects that make a difference in the lives of others.

JOB SUMMARY: Performs professional review of financial and programmatic functions for Federal (FEMA) and state grants administered by the client for municipal and county governments, state agencies, school districts and eligible public non-profit organizations. Monitors grant operations and each financial system and evaluates efficiency, effectiveness of controls, accuracy of records and compliance with policies and procedures client, state and Federal statutes and regulations. Assists in developing and oversees implementation of standardized financial grant compliance guidance, processes and procedures, in accordance to OMB and other appropriate Federal guidance. Serves as an independent reviewer for work performed by the staff on assigned projects. Provides advice to management regarding compliance or other programs as assigned. Work is performed under general supervision with considerable latitude for use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Duties:

• Perform research and analysis to develop grant compliance review guidance, processes, procedures and formats, as well as related risk assessment methodologies and work aids.
• Establish standardized formats for grant compliance review and internal guidance for risk assessment, maintenance of grant management working papers and retention of compliance monitoring records.
• Develop section/program budgets and monitor their implementation.
• Provide financial management and compliance monitoring inputs for the Safework Grant Administration Guide to ensure adherence to OMB Federal grant expenditure regulations and program specific regulations. May coordinate/facilitate audits and inspections to verify that grant funds are used in accordance with the terms of the grant.
• Oversee the timely processing of grant payment requests, approve grant payments, review and verify grant audits, monitor required interim and final reporting requirements, and approve the final closure of grants upon completion.
• Provide guidance for grant compliance review programs and grant management operations. Review internal controls for adequacy, accuracy and compliance with relevant state and Federal laws and regulations as well as Safework policies and procedures.
• Identify relevant professional development training for the grant management staff, arrange such training for the staff and may conduct internal training.
• Represent Safework in working groups and at meetings requiring technical expertise and/or professional financial review and compliance expertise.
• Perform special reviews and conducts investigations of internal practices and procedures as requested by the Executive team.
• Provide guidance for maintenance and retention of grant management and compliance review working papers and other financial records in accordance with Federal and state law and internal requirements.
• Assist in planning, scheduling, distributing and overseeing work performed by assigned section personnel. Monitor workflow, productivity, and quality control. Plan and conduct staff training on procedural and technical operations. Provide informal input to the Executive team regarding employee performance. May serve as a member of personnel selection boards.
• Prepare correspondence, narrative and statistical reports and summaries. Query data stored in databases, internet sources and databases hosted by others.
• May supervise other Safework programs as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.