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TCEQ - Grant Specialist III (Compliance Section)(S
Job Description
$5,370.00
Per Month
Position range in Travis County $4,472.00
•$8,495.00 Per Month TCEQ
•Grant Specialist III (Compliance Section)(S
TEXAS
COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Occupation:
Accountants and Auditors
Location:
Austin, TX
•78753
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift
Posted:
09/23/2026
Positions available: 2
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite /
Remote:
Selection Required
Updated:
09/23/2026
Expires:
10/08/2026
Agency Job ID:
104704
Job #: 17072706
Job Requirements and Properties
Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite
Full Time Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Shift
Day Shift Help for . Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.
https:
//erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=104704&PostingSeq=1 Are you an experienced Grant Specialist, ready for a unique opportunity to grow with an environmental state agency? Join TCEQ! We bring passion and drive to carry out our mission of protecting our state's public health and natural resources.
Note:
To determine qualifications, TCEQ job postings require fully completed applications with a detailed job history. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. See below for more details.
YOUR FUTURE
TEAMAs part of TCEQ's Office of Air, you would contribute to protecting and restoring Texas' air quality. See details about what we do.
This position is a member of our Air Grants Division.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL BE
DOINGEnsure grantee compliance with highly complex grant conditions including the collection, review, and analysis of annual usage reporting data. Provide technical assistance to grantees regarding the procedures a grantee must follow to meet grant conditions including the submission of equipment disposition verification and the submission of annual usage reports.
Coordinate and/or maintain grant files and records in accordance with established internal guidance and standard operating procedures. Work with the data manager on the quality assurance/quality control of data entered in the TERP Database. Perform regular audits to ensure the consistency of data with grant files and records.
Conduct highly complex performance evaluations at the end of the grant activity life and prepare grant close-out correspondence and materials. Where appropriate, recommend actions to address issues of grantee non-compliance with the grant conditions.
Provide regular and ad hoc reports to internal stakeholders on the status of active contracts and/or information related to a grantee's compliance history.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Experience managing and prioritizing multiple concurrent assignments, projects, cases, or work responsibilities with established deadlines.
Experience reviewing, analyzing, and/or verifying information or documentation for accuracy, completeness, or compliance with established requirements.
Experience leading and/or tracking projects or tasks.
Experience working with grants, contracts, and/or policies.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEA
bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, plus two years of full-time experience in developing, implementing, coordinating, administering, monitoring, and/or planning grant programs. OR A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university plus four years of full-time experience performing supervisory, managerial, professional or technical work which must include: analysis of work problems having an administrative aspect and interpretation of complex written material; or planning, organizing, and coordinating requirements for support services or program operations where a wide range of demands are involved, including interpretation of complex written material. Employees in this classification series may research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure, including but not limited to a communication infrastructure system, cybersecurity system, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment system, or water treatment facility. See Tex. Business & Commerce Code Section 117.001(2). Accordingly, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a requirement to be hired for and to continue to be employed with TCEQ.
Substitution for all options:
One year of full-time experience related to examples of work performed may substitute for 30 semester hours of the required education. OR A graduate degree in public administration, business administration, environmental resource management, planning, or an area relevant to the position from an accredited college or university may substitute for two years of the required experience. How to
Apply:
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or in the CAPPS Recruit (TAM).Applications must be fully completed with a job history, including job title, employment dates (mo./yr.), full-time or part-time and hours per week, employer name, supervisor's name and phone number, and detailed description of duties performed. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. Please be aware that resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application.
We strongly encourage all candidates to apply in the CAPPS Online Application system.
TRANSCRIPT/ COLLEGE
HOURS or
COURSE WORK
See instructions on how to attach documents. A copy of your official college transcript or evaluation of foreign credentials in CAPPS is required if needed to meet the qualifications listed above. Work ScheduleStandard business hours are M-F, 8:00 a.m.
•5:00 p.m.
Individual and work group schedule determined by the Air Grants Division. BENEFITSOptional 401(k) and 457 plans
Insurance:
Health, Vision, Dental, and optional FSAPaid day(s) off from work on national holidays and holidays that the state observesProfessional development opportunitiesLongevity pay based on your number of years working for the stateWellness Program and ActivitiesOnsite Nurse Practitioner in HQWork-Life Balance
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENTTCEQ
will conduct a criminal history records search, driving history (if required for the job) on candidates offered employment.
In compliance with ADA, if you need accommodation during the employment process, please contact HRSS for assistance at (512) 239-0102.
MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY
(MOS) CODESMilitary Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes can be found at: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/. Please click the hyperlink under `Occupational
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans
- Health and Wellness Programs