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Position Overview

The Microsoft Azure System Administrator is responsible for the operation, maintenance, security, and performance optimization of cloud-based systems supporting federal client environments, including in Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of Education (ED).

This role ensures the availability, integrity, and security of Azure-hosted applications and databases, while maintaining compliance with federal cybersecurity, accessibility (Section 508), and data protection requirements.

The position operates within a FedRAMP-aligned, Azure PaaS environment and supports continuous monitoring, system hardening, and lifecycle management activities required under federal contracts.

Key Responsibilities

1. Azure Cloud Operations and Maintenance

• Administer and maintain Microsoft Azure PaaS environments (development, test, production).
• Ensure high availability, performance, and scalability of applications and databases.
• Perform routine system maintenance, patching, upgrades, and configuration management.
• Monitor and report on system health, uptime, and resource utilization.

2. System Security and Compliance

• Implement and maintain cloud security controls aligned to NIST, FedRAMP, and HHS and ED requirements.
• Support continuous monitoring activities, including:
• Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) implementation and log analysis
• Vulnerability scanning and remediation
• Security patching and updates
• Maintain and support:
• Web Application Firewalls (WAF)
• SSL certificate lifecycle management
• Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) integrations
• Assist with Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) tracking, risk management, and audit readiness.
• Ensure protection of system confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

3. Monitoring, Performance, and Analytics

• Conduct:
  • Server and application log analysis
  • Performance monitoring and tuning
  • Storage and capacity management
  • Support traffic analysis and system usage reporting
  • Proactively identify and resolve system bottlenecks or risks.

4. Dev/Test/Prod Environment Management

• Maintain segregated Azure environments (development, test, production).
• Support deployment pipelines and configuration across environments.
• Collaborate with developers on release management and system improvements.

5. Incident Response & Troubleshooting

• Respond to system incidents, outages, and performance issues.
• Support federal incident reporting requirements.
• Provide root cause analysis and corrective action recommendations.

6. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain system documentation, including:
  • Architecture diagrams
  • Configuration baselines
  • Standard operating procedures
• Contribute to:
  • Monthly and quarterly reporting
  • System performance metrics
  • Compliance documentation

7. Accessibility & IT Standards Compliance

• Ensure systems and outputs align with:
• Section 508 accessibility standards (WCAG 2.0 AA)
• Federal records management requirements
• Support remediation efforts for accessibility compliance.

8. Collaboration & Stakeholder Support

• Work closely with:
  • Project Management
  • Developers
  • Security teams
  • Federal stakeholders (COR, agency IT)
• Provide technical support and guidance to internal and external users.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Experience

• 3–7+ years of experience in:
• Cloud administration (Azure preferred)
• Systems administration in secure environments
• Strong preference given for Drupal experience
• Experience supporting federal or regulated environments strongly preferred

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Azure (App Services, Azure SQL, Storage, Networking)
• Azure monitoring tools (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights)
• Security tools (SIEM, vulnerability scanning tools)
• Identity and access management (Azure AD, RBAC)
• Networking fundamentals (DNS, VPNs, firewalls)
• Drupal stack administration

Compliance & Frameworks

• Familiarity with:
  • NIST 800-53 / 800-171
  • FedRAMP
  • CUI handling requirements
• Experience supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) environments preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-500)
• Experience with:
  • DevOps pipelines (CI/CD)
  • Infrastructure as Code (ARM, Bicep, Terraform)
• Experience supporting 508 compliance in web platforms
• Prior work with HHS, ED, or similar federal agencies

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Attention to detail in compliance-driven environments
• Ability to operate in high-accountability federal contracts
• Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Working Conditions

• Remote-first environment with potential client-driven requirements
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Type

Full-Time or Part-Time based on contract needs.

Position Overview

The Grant Program Analyst provides analytical, technical assistance, and program support services to federal block and discretionary grant programs.
This role supports the execution of complex federal block and discretionary grant programs by delivering data analysis, performance measurement, reporting support, and stakeholder engagement across state, Tribal, and territorial grant recipients. The position operates within a federal contracting environment and requires strong familiarity with grant program operations, data systems, and compliance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

1. Federal Program Support & Technical Assistance

• Provide ongoing technical assistance to grant recipients, including state, Tribal, and territorial agencies
• Respond to programmatic and data-related inquiries within established service-level expectations (e.g., 1 business day)
• Develop and deliver training (webinars, guidance documents, presentations) to support program compliance and performance
• Support multi-jurisdictional stakeholder engagement, including coordination with federal staff and external partners

2. Data Analysis & Performance Measurement

• Analyze program data to support federal reporting, performance measurement, and program improvement
• Conduct data quality reviews, validation checks, and consistency analyses across multiple reporting instruments
• Support development and implementation of performance measures and reporting frameworks
• Produce analytical summaries, dashboards, and reports for internal and external stakeholders

3. Federal Reporting & Compliance Support

• Support quarterly and annual reporting requirements (e.g., Household Report, Performance Data Form, etc.)
• Conduct cross-report consistency checks and resolve discrepancies with grant recipients
• Assist in preparation of federal reports and documentation for leadership, stakeholders, and oversight bodies
• Ensure alignment with federal data standards and reporting systems (e.g., OLDC or similar platforms)

4. Data Management & Systems Support

• Support collection, integration, and management of data, including large-scale datasets and multi-source inputs
• Assist with data matching activities and ensure data integrity across systems
• Contribute to maintenance and enhancement of program data systems and reporting tools
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure handling of sensitive data and compliance with federal requirements

5. Program Operations & Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with federal staff, contractors, and external stakeholders to support program execution
• Participate in working groups, advisory committees, and stakeholder engagements
• Support call center operations and referral services (e.g., NEAR system awareness and escalation support as needed)
• Contribute to continuous process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives

6. Documentation & Communication

• Draft technical documents, reports, and correspondence for federal leadership
• Translate complex data and regulatory requirements into clear, actionable guidance for stakeholders
• Maintain documentation of processes, methodologies, and data standards

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Data Analytics, Economics, Statistics, or related field

Experience

• 2+ years of experience supporting federal programs, preferably block grants (e.g., LIHEAP, CSBG, TANF, or similar)
• Experience with data analysis, reporting, and quality assurance processes

Technical / Functional Skills

• Strong written communication skills, including technical writing and federal-style documentation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools
• Compliance / Regulatory Knowledge
• Familiarity with federal grant program operations, data systems, and compliance frameworks

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with federal energy assistance programs
• Familiarity with federal reporting systems (e.g., OLDC or similar)
• Experience providing technical assistance or training to government stakeholders
• Experience working with large administrative datasets or survey data
• Knowledge of federal data sources (e.g., ACS, RECS, EIA datasets)
• Master’s degree in Public Policy, Data Analytics, Economics, Statistics, or related field

Core Competencies

• Federal grant program knowledge and compliance orientation
• Data analysis and critical thinking
• Stakeholder communication and customer service
• Attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Working Conditions

• Remote-first environment consistent with Lux operations
• Potential travel for site visits, trainings, or federal meetings
• Work performed in a secure, compliance-driven environment supporting federal clients
• May require coordination across multiple time zones and stakeholder groups

Security & Clearance Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust, if required by contract.

Compliance & Expectations (Lux Standards)

• Adhere to Lux policies, including data security, confidentiality, and acceptable use
• Protect sensitive information (PII, CUI, and client data)
• Perform duties in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
• Maintain professionalism consistent with Lux standards of conduct

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Type

Full-Time or Part-Time based on contract needs.

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Position Overview

Lux Consulting Group, Inc. (Lux) is seeking a part-time Grant Review & Peer Review Project Manager to support federal grant-making clients in the planning, execution, and delivery of grant application review processes.

This role provides operational leadership across the full grant review lifecycle, with emphasis on execution, team coordination, and client delivery. This position is client-facing and responsible for managing grant review activities across all phases, including concept, development, implementation, and closeout, while ensuring quality, compliance, and on-time delivery of project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project & Grant Review Management

• Direct and support federal grant application review processes across multiple projects
• Manage project lifecycle activities including planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and deliverables
• Monitor workflows, critical paths, and overlapping competition timelines
• Ensure all deliverables meet client requirements, compliance standards, and quality expectations

2. Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead and coordinate grant review teams, including peer review staff and support personnel
• Delegate assignments, monitor performance, and provide task-specific training
• Support recruitment and onboarding of peer reviewers and project staff
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including PMO, HR, IT, Finance, and BD to ensure project success

3. Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as primary or supporting point of contact for assigned projects
• Engage clients in a consultative, solutions-oriented manner to support long-term outcomes
• Facilitate communication across stakeholders to ensure alignment, transparency, and satisfaction

4. Operational Execution & Logistics

• Oversee logistical components including:
  • Peer reviewer recruitment and coordination
  • Vendor coordination (e.g., hotels, meeting logistics)
  • Review and approval of payments and reimbursements
• Provide help desk–style support to reviewers and clients as needed
• Ensure smooth execution of both virtual and in-person review processes

5. Systems, Data & Process Improvement

• Support development and management of:
  • Grant review databases
  • Review platforms/websites
  • Quality assurance procedures and documentation
• Analyze grants management systems to define project scope and user requirements
• Drive process improvements through data management and systems integration

6. Quality Assurance & Reporting

• Perform pre-release testing to ensure compliance with application requirements
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all review outputs
• Develop and deliver weekly, monthly, and final reports
• Maintain up-to-date process documentation, checklists, and training materials

7. Training & Knowledge Transfer

• Conduct formal and informal training sessions for staff, reviewers, and clients
• Provide cross-training and functional documentation for internal systems
• Support onboarding of new team members and continuous capability development

8. Budget & Resource Management

• Support management of project budgets, labor allocations, and resource planning
• Track project performance against budget and timelines
• Contribute to proposal development, including narratives and budget inputs

Scope Limitations

This role does not:

• Serve as the service area lead for Grants & Other Application Review
• Own enterprise-level strategy or portfolio oversight for the service line

This role does:

• Execute and manage project-level delivery and team performance

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Government, or related field

Experience

• Significant experience in:
  • Federal grants management and/or peer review operations
  • Project management and multi-project coordination

Technical / Functional Skills

• Strong knowledge of federal grant review processes and systems
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • Lead teams and manage competing priorities
  • Deliver high-quality, client-facing work
• Technical proficiency:
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
  • Project management tools (e.g., Asana, MS Project or similar)

Certifications (Preferred)

• PMP or equivalent certification preferred

Core Competencies

• Analytical thinking
• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a remote environment
• Ability to operate in a client-facing or compliance-driven environment

Working Conditions

• Remote-first work environment consistent with Lux operations
• Schedule may vary based on project needs, including occasional extended hours during peak review periods
• May require flexibility in scheduling based on project cycles

Security & Clearance Requirements

• Ability to obtain Public Trust

Compliance & Expectations (Lux Standards)

• Must comply with all Lux policies related to:
  • Data security and confidentiality
  • Client information handling
  • Timekeeping and reporting requirements
• Adhere to applicable federal, state, and local laws and client requirements

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Employment Type

Part-Time (regularly scheduled ≤30 hours per week).

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Position Overview

The Peer Review Lead is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of federal grant objective review processes in support of agencies such as HRSA. This role ensures that grant application reviews are conducted in a compliant, objective, timely, and high-quality manner across multiple review types (e.g., virtual, field, and in-person panels).

The position serves as a key operational lead, overseeing reviewer coordination, conflict of interest compliance, panel execution, and delivery of accurate and complete review outputs. The role operates within a highly structured federal contracting environment and requires strict adherence to regulatory, security, and documentation standards governing objective review processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Peer Review Planning & Execution

• Lead end-to-end execution of federal grant objective reviews across multiple task orders
• Coordinate review lifecycle activities including:
  • Pre-review planning and kickoff
  • Reviewer recruitment and confirmation
  • Panel execution and facilitation support
  • Post-review closeout and deliverables
• Ensure reviews are conducted in accordance with federal timelines, quality standards, and agency expectations
• Support multiple review modalities, including:
  • Web-assisted teleconference (WTC) reviews
  • Field reviews
  • Face-to-face review panels

2. Reviewer Management & Compliance

• Coordinate identification, vetting, and confirmation of qualified reviewers and alternates
• Verify reviewer qualifications (e.g., experience, education) prior to participation
• Manage Conflict of Interest (COI) processes, including:
  • Collection, review, and tracking of COI forms
  • Escalation of potential conflicts to federal staff
  • Enforcement of eligibility requirements (e.g., no suspended/debarred individuals)
• Maintain reviewer communications, availability tracking, and participation status

3. Panel Operations & Facilitation Support

• Support panel execution by coordinating logistics, materials, and participant readiness
• Ensure all review materials are distributed in accordance with federal requirements
• Provide or oversee Summary Statement Operator (SSO) support to:
  • Capture panel discussions
  • Document consensus findings
  • Produce draft summary statements
• Ensure scoring, panel discussions, and consensus processes are properly documented

4. Data, Systems & Documentation Management

• Utilize federal systems (e.g., ARM or similar platforms) to support:
  • Application assignment
  • Reviewer scoring
  • Data tracking and reporting
• Ensure integrity, accuracy, and completeness of all review data and outputs
• Maintain tracking tools for:
  • Reviewer status
  • Deliverables
  • Critical dates and milestones
• Ensure all documentation aligns with required formats, naming conventions, and submission standards

5. Reporting & Deliverables

• Develop and submit required reports, including:
  • Weekly progress reports
  • Monthly cost and status reports
  • Post-review deliverables and official review files
• Track and communicate:
  • Project status
  • Risks and issues
  • Budget and schedule impacts
• Ensure timely submission of:
  • Edited summary statements
  • Rank order lists and supporting documentation
  • Final review outputs

6. Post-Review Quality Assurance

• Oversee editing and validation of summary statements to ensure:
  • Accurate representation of panel discussions
  • Clear articulation of strengths and weaknesses
  • Compliance with federal standards (no inappropriate or confidential disclosures)
• Ensure all outputs are complete, accurate, and ready for federal review and release

7. Logistics & Operational Support

• Coordinate logistical elements of review execution, including:
  • Participant communications and scheduling
  • Travel, lodging, and reimbursement (as applicable)
  • Meeting setup and technical support for virtual and in-person reviews
• Ensure compliance with Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) and reimbursement processes

8. Compliance, Security & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to federal requirements, including:
  • Privacy Act, FISMA, and data protection standards
  • Records management and retention policies
  • Confidentiality and non-disclosure requirements
• Safeguard sensitive information (PII, application materials, review data)
• Support incident reporting and response protocols, as required

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Business, or related field

Experience

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience supporting federal grant review, peer review, or grants management processes
• Experience coordinating complex, multi-panel review processes
• Experience working in a federal contracting environment

Technical / Functional Skills

• Strong knowledge of federal grant review processes and objective review requirements
• Experience managing reviewer recruitment, coordination, and compliance
• Familiarity with federal review systems (e.g., ARM or similar platforms)
• Strong project management, coordination, and organizational skills
• Advanced written communication skills for documentation and reporting

Compliance / Regulatory Knowledge

• Experience with:
  • Conflict of Interest (COI) requirements
  • Federal records management and documentation standards
  • Data privacy and security requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting HRSA, HHS, or similar federal agencies
• Experience with multi-site or high-volume review processes (e.g., thousands of applications)
• Familiarity with Firm Fixed Price (FFP) or IDIQ contract environments
• PMP or project management certification

Core Competencies

• Operational leadership and execution
• Attention to detail and quality assurance rigor
• Strong stakeholder coordination and communication
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines and deliverables
• Risk identification and escalation
• Professional judgment in compliance-driven environments

Working Conditions

• Remote-first work environment with potential travel for in-person reviews
• Extended hours during peak review cycles
• High-volume, deadline-driven environment aligned to federal review timelines

Security & Clearance Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Compliance & Expectations (Lux Standards)

• Adhere to Lux policies related to confidentiality, data security, and acceptable use
• Protect sensitive federal information, including PII and grant application materials
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
• Perform duties in accordance with federal contracting and client requirements

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Type

Full-Time or Part-Time based on contract needs.

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Position Overview

The Senior Technical Assistance Specialist is responsible for delivering structured, responsive, and high-quality technical assistance (TA) to block and discretionary grant recipients and other federally funded programs. This role provides direct support to grantees, working across implementation and evaluation domains to strengthen program performance, compliance, and outcomes.

This position operates in a federal, compliance-driven environment and emphasizes practical application, capacity building, and continuous improvement. The role requires independent execution of TA activities, coordination with federal and internal stakeholders, and contribution to knowledge development efforts that support cross-site learning and dissemination.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Assistance Delivery

• Deliver individualized and group-based technical assistance across multiple grant clusters
• Support grantees in:
  • Refining implementation strategies
  • Strengthening evaluation plans and logic models
  • Addressing implementation barriers and performance challenges
• Provide TA through multiple modalities, including:
  • Virtual meetings and webinars
  • Written guidance, tools, and resources
  • Targeted follow-up support
  • Limited in-person engagement, as required
• Translate federal guidance into practical, actionable recommendations for grantees

2. Technical / Specialized Work

• Apply expertise in program implementation, evaluation fundamentals, and continuous quality improvement
• Support development and refinement of:
  • Logic models
  • Performance measurement approaches
  • Evaluation frameworks and documentation
• Tailor technical guidance to varying levels of grantee capacity and program maturity

3. Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure TA delivery aligns with federal grant requirements and agency priorities
• Maintain adherence to established escalation protocols for risks, barriers, and grantee challenges
• Operate within defined TA boundaries (advisory vs. decision-making authority)
• Support compliance with federal documentation, reporting, and contract requirements

4. Reporting & Documentation

• Document TA activities, interactions, and outcomes in accordance with contract requirements
• Track TA delivery, issues, and outcomes to support reporting and cross-site learning
• Contribute to development of:
  • TA tools, briefs, and guidance documents
  • Grant recipient profiles and cluster summaries
  • Lessons learned and promising practices
• Support synthesis of findings for internal and external dissemination

5. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinate closely with Project Director, federal staff, and internal teams
• Facilitate communication across TA, evaluation, and project management functions
• Lead or support facilitation of virtual and in-person TA sessions
• Maintain professional boundaries and follow escalation protocols when working with grantees

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, public administration, public policy, education, human services, evaluation, or a related field

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience delivering technical assistance, training, or program support including:
  • Federal technical assistance or discretionary grant support
  • Direct engagement with grantees or funded programs
  • Increasing responsibility in TA planning and delivery

Technical / Functional Skills

• Demonstrated experience delivering technical assistance or capacity-building support
• Ability to translate complex federal guidance into actionable recommendations
• Experience leading peers and influencing client outcomes through leadership and performance abilities
• Strong facilitation skills (virtual and in-person)
• Advanced written communication skills (guidance, summaries, reporting)
• Working knowledge of:
  • Logic models
  • Performance measurement
  • Evaluation fundamentals

Compliance / Regulatory Knowledge

• Experience working within federal grant or contract environments
• Familiarity with reporting, documentation, and compliance expectations

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related discipline (MSW, MPA, MPH, MA, etc.)
• Experience supporting ED or HHS / ACF / OCS grant programs
• Experience with multi-site or cluster-based TA initiatives
• Familiarity with differences and expectations of performance in both Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Time and Materials (T&M) contract environments
• Experience contributing to knowledge products and cross-site dissemination

Core Competencies

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Advanced communication and facilitation skills
• Strong attention to detail and documentation rigor
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent engagements
• Ability to operate effectively in a remote, client-facing environment
• Professional judgment in complex, time-sensitive situations

Working Conditions

• Remote-first work environment with potential travel for in-person reviews
• Extended hours during peak review cycles
• High-volume, deadline-driven environment aligned to federal review timelines

Security & Clearance Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Compliance & Expectations (Lux Standards)

• Adhere to Lux policies related to confidentiality, data security, and acceptable use
• Protect sensitive federal information, including PII and grant application materials
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
• Perform duties in accordance with federal contracting and client requirements

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Type

Full-Time or Part-Time based on contract needs.

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Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Assistance Delivery Support

• Support delivery of individualized and group-based technical assistance to discretionary grant recipients across multiple grant clusters
• Assist senior TA staff with preparation for TA engagements (reviewing grant materials, agendas, background documentation)
• Participate in virtual TA sessions, webinars, and learning collaboratives
• Draft follow-up summaries, action items, and written guidance for grantees
• Provide responsive, targeted follow-up support under supervision

2. Technical / Specialized Work

• Support development and refinement of:
  • Implementation planning tools
  • Logic models
  • Evaluation-related documentation
• Apply foundational knowledge of program plan building and implementation and reporting. Translate technical guidance into practical, actionable steps for grantees

3. Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure TA activities align with federal grant requirements and department or agency priorities
• Follow established escalation protocols for risks, challenges, or grantee issues
• Maintain appropriate boundaries in grantee interactions
• Adhere to federal contracting standards and documentation expectations

4. Reporting & Documentation

• Document TA activities, communications, and outcomes using project systems and tools
• Support preparation of TA work plans and schedules
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with contract and reporting requirements
• Contribute to synthesis of lessons learned and promising practices

5. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Communicate professionally with grant recipients, federal staff, and internal teams
• Support coordination across TA, evaluation, and project management functions
• Assist with development of grant recipient profiles and cluster summaries
• Participate in internal team meetings and knowledge-sharing activities

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, public administration, public policy, education, human services, evaluation, or related field

Experience

• 2–4 years of relevant experience including:
  • Support to federally funded programs or grantees
  • Increasing responsibility in TA coordination or delivery support

Technical / Functional Skills

• Experience supporting technical assistance, training, or capacity-building initiatives
• Strong written communication (summaries, guidance, documentation)
• Ability to synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations
• Familiarity with:
  • Logic models
  • Performance measures
  • Basic evaluation concepts

Compliance / Regulatory Knowledge

• Exposure to federal grant environments and reporting expectations
• Understanding of structured TA delivery models and implementation support approaches

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting ED or HHS / ACF / OCS grant programs
• Experience with multi-site or cluster-based initiatives
• Experience leading peers and influencing client outcomes through leadership and performance abilities
• Familiarity with differences and expectations of performance in both Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Time and Materials (T&M) contract environments
• Graduate-level coursework or progress toward advanced degree (MSW, MPA, MPH, MA, etc.)

Core Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Attention to detail and documentation rigor
• Ability to operate in a structured, compliance-driven environment
• Ability to work effectively in a remote, client-facing setting
• Responsiveness and professionalism in time-sensitive contexts

Working Conditions

• Remote-first work environment with potential travel for in-person reviews
• Extended hours during peak review cycles
• High-volume, deadline-driven environment aligned to federal review timelines

Security & Clearance Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

Compliance & Expectations (Lux Standards)

• Adhere to Lux policies related to confidentiality, data security, and acceptable use
• Protect sensitive federal information, including PII and grant application materials
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
• Perform duties in accordance with federal contracting and client requirements

FLSA Status

Exempt

Employment Type

Full-Time or Part-Time based on contract needs.

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Position Overview

The Tribal Training and Technical Assistance Program Associate supports the planning, development, delivery, and documentation of training and technical assistance services for Tribal governments, Tribal organizations, and other program stakeholders. This position assists the Tribal TTA team with training content, grantee communications, data collection, research, reporting, event coordination, and project administration.

The Program Associate helps translate federal program requirements, policies, and guidance into clear, practical resources that support grantee understanding, compliance, and program success. The position requires strong writing, research, organizational, and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work respectfully and effectively with Tribal communities, federal clients, subject-matter experts, and internal project teams.

This role operates in a remote-first, client-facing, and compliance-driven environment. The successful candidate must be able to manage assigned responsibilities independently, meet competing deadlines, maintain accurate documentation, and adapt to evolving project and client needs.

Key Responsibilities

1. Training and Technical Assistance Support

• Support the development, revision, formatting, and quality review of training and technical assistance materials.
• Assist with the preparation of webinars, workshops, virtual learning sessions, presentations, fact sheets, toolkits, guidebooks, frequently asked questions, and other educational resources.
• Help translate federal policies, program requirements, and technical information into clear, accessible, and practical materials for Tribal grantees and other stakeholders.
• Conduct background research to support the development of culturally responsive and audience-appropriate TTA resources.
• Assist facilitators and subject-matter experts with training preparation, delivery, participant engagement, and follow-up activities.
• Track technical assistance requests and support the timely coordination of responses, referrals, and resources.

2. Program and Grantee Support

• Stay informed of applicable program policies, guidance, reporting requirements, and promising practices affecting Tribes and Tribal organizations.
• Provide administrative and programmatic support to Tribal TTA activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with identifying common grantee questions, challenges, and training needs based on technical assistance requests, event feedback, program data, and team observations.
• Help coordinate communications, resources, and follow-up activities for grantees and program stakeholders.
• Support individualized and group technical assistance activities under the direction of senior project staff or subject-matter experts.
• Maintain professional, respectful, and culturally responsive engagement with Tribal leaders, Tribal staff, federal partners, and other stakeholders.

3. Research, Data, and Reporting

• Assist with the collection, organization, validation, and analysis of program and grantee data.
• Review Tribal plans, reports, surveys, evaluations, and other program documents to identify trends, needs, accomplishments, and areas requiring follow-up.
• Support the development of program summaries, briefing materials, data tables, dashboards, presentations, and narrative reports.
• Draft and edit written products for internal, client, grantee, and public audiences.
• Help communicate the context and meaning behind program data while avoiding unsupported conclusions or generalizations.
• Maintain accurate source documentation and verify factual information before it is included in deliverables.

4. Project Coordination and Documentation

• Maintain project trackers, calendars, task lists, contact lists, training records, and other project documentation.
• Coordinate meetings, webinars, training sessions, and related logistics, including invitations, registration, materials, attendance, notes, and follow-up communications.
• Monitor assigned activities, milestones, and deadlines and promptly communicate risks or delays to the appropriate project lead.
• Prepare meeting agendas, minutes, action-item logs, and status updates.
• Organize files and records in accordance with Lux and client documentation requirements.
• Support special projects and other project activities as assigned.

5. Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Proofread and quality-check written products, presentations, data, and training materials for accuracy, clarity, consistency, accessibility, and adherence to approved formats.
• Follow established review and approval processes before distributing materials or communicating on behalf of Lux or its clients.
• Perform work in accordance with applicable federal, state, local, contractual, and client requirements.
• Protect personally identifiable information, Controlled Unclassified Information, client information, and other sensitive or confidential data.
• Support compliance with applicable accessibility requirements, including Section 508 requirements when relevant to the project.
• Promptly report potential data-quality, confidentiality, security, compliance, or deliverable concerns to the appropriate project lead.

6. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with Tribal TTA team members, project managers, subject-matter experts, federal staff, consultants, and external partners.
• Participate actively in project meetings, planning sessions, quality reviews, and lessons-learned discussions.
• Communicate professionally and responsively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Incorporate feedback from Tribal stakeholders, clients, and project leadership into assigned products and activities.
• Contribute to a team environment that values reliability, cultural respect, continuous learning, and high-quality client service.
• Support work across functions or projects when business, contract, or client needs require additional assistance.

Required Qualifications

Education

One of the following combinations is required:

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, public policy, education, communications, social sciences, Indigenous studies, human services, community development, or a related field; or
• An associate’s degree plus a combination of training and directly relevant professional experience.

Experience

• At least two years of relevant professional experience in training and technical assistance, program support, grants administration, adult learning, communications, research, data collection, report production, community engagement, or a related area.
• Experience supporting multiple assignments, deadlines, stakeholders, or deliverables in a project-based environment.
• Demonstrated experience preparing, editing, or coordinating professional written materials.
• Experience organizing data, records, events, meetings, or project documentation.
• Experience working respectfully with communities representing different cultures, perspectives, and lived experiences.

Technical and Functional Skills

• Strong professional writing, editing, proofreading, research, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret program guidance and communicate technical or policy information in clear, audience-appropriate language.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to collect, organize, review, and summarize qualitative and quantitative information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, email, calendars, and virtual meeting platforms.
• Ability to learn and use project-management, webinar, survey, learning-management, data-visualization, and client-specific systems.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and follow established processes.

Compliance and Client-Service Requirements

• Ability to handle confidential, sensitive, or restricted information appropriately.
• Ability to follow federal contract, client, data-security, records-management, and quality-control requirements.
• Ability to work professionally with federal employees, Tribal stakeholders, consultants, and project partners.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required federal suitability determination or Public Trust designation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Tribal governments, Tribal organizations, Native American communities, or programs serving Indigenous populations.
• Knowledge of Tribal sovereignty, government-to-government relationships, Tribal consultation, or culturally responsive engagement practices.
• Experience supporting federally funded grant programs or federal training and technical assistance contracts.
• Experience developing culturally responsive training, communications, or outreach materials.
• Experience supporting Community Services Block Grant programs, human-services programs, economic-development programs, or related federal initiatives.
• Experience coordinating webinars, workshops, conferences, communities of practice, or peer-learning events.
• Familiarity with Section 508 accessibility requirements.
• Experience using data-visualization, survey, webinar, or project-management tools.
• Experience developing reports that combine quantitative data, qualitative information, and program narratives.

Core Competencies

• Cultural humility and respect
• Professional communication
• Writing and editorial judgment
• Research and analytical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Organization and time management
• Reliability and accountability
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Client-service orientation
• Adaptability and problem-solving
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to work effectively in a remote environment
• Ability to operate in a client-facing and compliance-driven environment

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Employment Type

Part-Time