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Director of Federal Grants & Compliance - Fort Pierce Florida

Company: Solar and Energy Loan Fund of St. Lucie County
Location: Fort Pierce, Florida
Posted On: 01/31/2025


Position: Director of Federal Grants & Compliance
Reports to: CEO and Chief of Staff
Type of Job: Full-time (Exempt)
Location: Hybrid Remote (with travel to Fort Pierce, Florida, or stakeholder meetings across the U.S. as needed)About SELF
SELF is an award-winning non-profit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) focused on rebuilding and empowering underserved communities through affordable and equitable access to capital. SELF serves the Southern United States and is poised for national leadership in the green banking sector, working to transition communities toward an inclusive clean energy economy.Job Description
The Director of Federal Grants & Compliance will oversee SELF's federal grant portfolio, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and maximizing the impact of federal funds awarded through programs like the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF). This role requires expert-level knowledge of federal grant processes, CFR 200 regulations, and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, communication, and project management skills and will work closely with senior leadership, finance teams, program managers, and external auditors.Key Responsibilities
Federal Grant Management:

  • Oversee the acquisition, management, and compliance of federal grants and contracts, including procurement processes.
  • Ensure timely and accurate submission of grant applications, reports, and financial documentation in accordance with federal regulations.
  • Develop strategies to maximize grant funding opportunities and optimize resource utilization.Compliance and Reporting:
    • Monitor changes in federal regulations affecting grant compliance and make necessary adjustments.
    • Prepare and present reports on grant activities, financial performance, and compliance status to senior leadership and the Board.
    • Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct in federal grant management.Team Leadership:
      • Provide leadership and guidance to a team managing grant funds, compliance, and reporting.
      • Establish performance goals and foster a cohesive, high-performing grant management team.
      • Ensure SELF is complying with funding agreements with EPA as Prime awardees as well as funding agreements as sub-grantees.
      • Ensure sub-awardees of SELF are in compliance with sub-award terms and conditions.Stakeholder Collaboration:
        • Collaborate with program managers, finance teams, and external partners to align grant activities with organizational goals.
        • Serve as the primary contact for federal grant-related inquiries, audits, and reviews.
        • Represent SELF in public meetings, conferences, and networking events.Subrecipient Compliance:
          • Oversee compliance of sub-awardees and partners with federal oversight and reporting requirements, such as EPA General Terms and Conditions.
          • Develop and implement sub-recipient compliance strategies and provide onboarding and training.Community Engagement and Impact:
            • Support community engagement efforts in low-income and disadvantaged communities (LIDACs), including the development of Community Benefit Agreements.
            • Promote the impact of GGRF (Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund) investments, highlighting benefits such as increased energy security and reduced energy burdens.Program Development and Oversight:
              • Collaborate with senior leadership to expand investment opportunities and align products with federal funding requirements.
              • Lead efforts to integrate data systems for enhanced reporting on program impacts.Preferred Qualifications
                • Knowledge of and experience with clean energy deployment and environmental infrastructure projects.
                • Strong project management skills demonstrated through launching new products, services, or programs.
                • Familiarity with CFR 200 regulations, Davis-Bacon and Related Acts (DBRA), and Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements.
                • Experience coordinating internal and external stakeholders.
                • Proven ability to negotiate financial and impact-related outcomes.
                • Strong writing and communication skills for reporting to both internal and external audiences.
                • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, exercising judgment and initiative.
                • Proficiency in reporting, budget management, and data analysis as per grant requirements
                • Knowledge of time tracking tools and reporting tools to meet federal compliance is a plus. Education and Experience
                  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, economics, business administration, public administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
                  • 5-7 years of experience in product management, program development, or federal grants implementation, with a preference for clean energy experience.Employment Details
                    • Travel: Up to 30% travel for meetings and stakeholder engagement.
                    • Daily communication via phone, email, video calls, and text.
                    • Ability to sit, stand, and lift supplies up to 20 pounds.Compensation
                      • Salary Range: $150,000 - $175,000 (commensurate with experience).
                      • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
                      • 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 5% match.
                      • 12 paid holidays, 4 weeks of vacation and sick PTO.Top Benefits and Perks
                        • Performance-based bonuses.
                        • Flexible remote/ hybrid work arrangement.
                        • Performance based bonus (based on 12 month performance)Equal Opportunity Employer
                          SELF is committed to an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and stakeholders, ensuring non-discriminatory employment practices. SELF complies with all federal regulations, including EEO, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact HR@solarenergyloanfund.org

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