TDA - FIN - Intern - Grants Office (58826)

Job Description

INTERN - Grants Office

(Temporary Full-Time / 40 hrs wk; estimated January 15 - May 31, 2026)

Salary Information : A07, $2,550.00 / MO (FT)

State Classification : 0055 - Clerk I

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Posting Number : 26-58826-1

Location : Austin, TX

Telework Option : TDA does not offer telework, and all employees are required to be physically present for work

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit.

WHO ARE WE

The Texas Department of Agriculture's Grants Office is dedicated to enhancing the economic vitality and quality of life in rural Texas through its community and economic development programs. The Grants Office staff work with agriculture producers / ranchers, rural communities, Texas businesses, and various organizations and associations throughout the state.

The Grants Office oversees numerous state and federal grant programs, including but not limited to : Agricultural Grant, State Trade Expansion Program, Marketing Enhancement Grant Assistance, Home Delivered Meals Grant, Boll Weevil Eradication, Rural Hospital Capital Improvement Program, Rural Nursing Stipends, Surplus Agricultural Grant, Specialty Crop Block Grant, and the State of Texas Agricultural Relief program.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

The Program Intern will assist in the promotion, development and implementation of the new Texas Agricultural Finance Authority's grant opportunities - Agricultural Grant Program. You will work under close supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with reviewing grant applications submitted for funding.

Assist with special projects including planning and implementation of technical assistance provided to applicants and grantees.

Assist in reviewing and processing requests for grant funds, monitoring reports, and project completion reports.

Complete independent and various projects under the direction of the Director for Grants.

Participate in division staff meetings and attend meetings / functions, as requested, with other divisions, associations, both within the agency and with external stakeholders.

Assist with requests for program information, including research and compiling information.

Adhere to established work schedule with regular attendance.

Follow all TDA policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION (The application must state how each of the following qualifications are met - resumes do not take the place of the required state of Texas application which must be completed in CAPPS or WIT.)

Enrollment in a college, university, or graduate program or a recent graduate with a minimum grade point average of 3.0

• and major coursework in Public Administration or related field.

Completion of at least 60 credit hours.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working with diverse stakeholders and managing competing interests.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of office procedures; of spelling, punctuation and grammar; and of business or program terminology, methods, and procedures.

Skill in the use of a computer and office equipment; and providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers.

Ability to prepare and maintain records, files, and reports; to transfer stock from one location to another; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and exercise sound judgment and discretion.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; performing tasks requiring fine motor skills and coordination; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds. Must be able work extended periods at a computer and may require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed. May be required to travel, which will include overnight. May involve travel (up to 5%

BENEFITS

The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Full Time Employee Benefits include :

Retirement Plan Paid Group Health & Life Insurance for employees

Paid Holidays Paid Vacation Leave

Paid Sick Leave Longevity Pay

Dental Vision

Dependent Optional Life Insurance Voluntary AD&D Insurance

Dependent Health & Life Insurance Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. A skills exercise may be conducted at the time of the interview.

Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center, you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.

Background Checks : A criminal conviction records check is required for applicants who are selected for a position.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) : TDA is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, military status, or protected activity.

Reasonable Accommodations : If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview or an HR representative at 512-463-7423. Whenever possible, please give the hiring or HR representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.

TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Military and Former Foster Child Employment Preference : TDA complies with the provisions of the veterans and former foster child employment preference acts. Please contact our Human Resources-Veterans Liaison at (512) 463-7454 for assistance.

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Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor's Office at Administrative Support MOS Codes.