The mission of the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all
Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an
environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the
Commonwealth’s natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions
that together bring economic benefit to the commonwealth.
By joining the Division of Financial Management as a Federal Program Specialist, you will have the opportunity
to be a part of a fantastic team that thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment. The federal
grants that you will be working with will directly impact not only our cabinet but out community. You will
always be learning something new at this job.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Maintain grant budget tables and prepare/review federal applications, amendments, and third-party contracts
for compliance with cabinet policies and federal agreements. Oversee match requirements for fund-matching
grants and coordinates with agencies to support planning and budgeting.
- Assist in preparing and reviewing budget vs. actual federal grant reports. Verify federal expenditures with
federal regulations. Use eMARS to monitor federal funds and ensure efficient resource use by agencies.
- Review agency charges and recommend changes in regards to federal grant budgets and federal indirect cost
agreements. Monitor and analyze spending to ensure compliance. Review and approve any corrections when
needed.
- Oversee indirect cost in eMARS to be billed to federal agencies monthly in accordance with the Cabinet's
approved Indirect Cost Plan.
- Perform federal cash drawdowns per federal government requirements and monitor allotments and cash balance
for federal funds. Ensure federal funds are obligated and drawdown in required timeframe.
- Participate in fiscal year end duties including the correction of agency accounts for allotment balances and
expending of general funds. Prepare the annual Closing Package and the annual SEFA package. Submit fiscal
year-end financial reports to various Federal agencies.
Preferred Skills and Abilities for this position are:
- The ability to gather information, analyze, and problem solve.
- Possess strategic thinking and decision making abilities.
- Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects at a time to meet required deadlines.
- Attention to detail, being thorough and accurate in completing tasks.
- Proficient in using the statewide accounting system eMARS, eMARS financial reporting and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills.
- Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team and establish good working relationships with employees
within the division as well as in other agencies.
EEC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm
that you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and
completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that EEC has violated its E-Verify
responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or
https://www.e-verify.gov/.
If you are interested in a rewarding career with us, please apply!
EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as you
build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to
reviewing your application.
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