Jr. Grants Analyst

Amyx inc., a Tetra Tech company, is adding a Jr. Grants Analyst  to our Defense Health Agency DHACA, Grants Office team based in Frederick, Maryland (or remote).

Why Amyx, a Tetra Tech company:

Amyx has been a leader in the Federal Defense, National Security, and Intelligence industry for over 25+ years.  In 2023 we joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organization. 

At Amyx and Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges.  Our industry-leading experts are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.  For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.  Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in IT/OT, Cyber, Mission Support Service, Water, Environment, Energy, and International Development.  Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Amyx, a Tetra Tech company, to make a real difference.  Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

The Grants Analysts serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the Division Chief, DHACA. The Grants Analyst will have the ability to work independently, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion. The Analyst will be responsible for completing projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures. On site at Fort Detrick location; remote option available.

• Contractor shall assist ongoing government efforts and initiatives related to the Defense Health Agency (DHA) objective of developing and maintaining high-performing DHACA programs and projects across the Agency and Military Health System (MHS.)
•  Provide direct support to the DHACA Grants Division for the timely award of Grants across the agency in support of the DHA Mission.
• Contractor shall accomplish and deliver compliant pre- and post-award documentation and/or grants documents IAW federal and DoD grants principles 2 CFR 200 and DoD Grants and Agreement Regulations (DoDGARS), DoD Directives and Instructions, laws, regulations, and procedures, as well as DHA policy guidance directives and instructions. This includes documents and activities related to all phases of the grants process.
• Assist in conducting grant award activities, to include collecting responsibility information; preparing award notices; distributing the award; processing requests for a debriefing.
• Assist in evaluating grant proposals in accordance with statute, regulation, policy, factors established as applicable.
• Assist in conducting grant award activities, to include collecting responsibility information; preparing award notices; distributing the award.
• Assist in reviewing to consider the need to examine issues that may aid in achieving a clear and mutual understanding of grant requirements and identify and resolve potential problems.
• Review requirements for new or follow-on grants.
• Present, analyze and verify data, techniques, methodologies and formats associated with DHACA.
• Communication and Coordination: Facilitate communication among project team members, stakeholders, and leadership. Manage correspondence as necessary in support of projects and monitor task completion and follow up with team members to ensure deadlines are met.
• Ensure correctness and adherence to DoD's and DHA's standards, policies, and procedures.
• Extend/observe military protocol.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years or more of related experience as federal Government and/or Contractor employee in the GS-1102 or GS-1109 series or equivalent capacity as a grants management specialist/analyst or grants policy analyst.
• Knowledge or understanding of federal and DoD grants principles 2 CFR 200 and Department of Defense Grants and Agreement Regulations (DoDGARS), DoD Directives and Instructions, laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Knowledge or understanding of grants or assistance principles, laws regulation and procedures.
• Knowledge or understanding of methods and techniques of fact-finding, analysis, and resolution of complex problems, and the ability to develop concrete action plans to solve problems.
• Familiarity with budget and/or federal cost principles.
• Familiarity with federal grant/contract writing systems..
• Proficient in use of SharePoint, MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior DoD, Military, or DHA experience as a Grants Specialist or Contract Analyst and GS-1102 or GS-1109 experience.

Life at Amyx, a Tetra Tech company:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Amyx and Tetra Tech:

Amyx, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Tetra Tech,  and our mission is to exceed our customer's expectations on every contract, to provide an environment that encourages, recognizes and rewards the extraordinary contributions of our employees, and to advance and support the communities in which we work and live.Amyx is a management and technical solutions provider and a "trusted partner"​ to our Federal Government clients on programs of national importance. We understand that successful programs require superior performance and a level of trust achieved through genuine rapport with the customer. Award-winning results have propelled Amyx to become one of the fastest growing businesses in the Washington Region. Amyx's service offerings include: - Program Management and Acquisition Support - Systems Engineering and Implementation - Enterprise Architecture - Business Process Transformation

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Please contact [email protected] with any questions!

Amyx is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Amyx is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

Physical DemandsEmployee needs to be able to sit at a workstation for extended periods; use hand(s) to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Most positions require ability to work on desktop or laptop computer for extended periods of time reading, reviewing/analyzing information, and providing recommendations, summaries and/or reports in written format. Must be able to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing. Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.