Office of Grants

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Overview

Office of Grants in the Division of Workforce Development is responsible for managing grant programs aimed at enhancing workforce development across various sectors. This office operates within a broader framework to support education, training, and employment opportunities, ensuring that workforce initiatives align with economic development goals.

Mission

The mission of the Office of Grants is to facilitate the distribution of federal funds to organizations that provide workforce training, education, and employment services, thereby fostering a skilled workforce that meets the needs of employers and supports economic growth.

Parent organization

The Office of Grants is part of the Division of Workforce Development, which can be under different departments or agencies depending on the state or federal level. For example, at the federal level, it might be part of the U.S. Department of Labor or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Legislation

Grants in workforce development are typically authorized through various pieces of legislation like the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), which provides the framework for federal investment in workforce development[1].

Number of employees

The exact number of employees in the Office of Grants isn't specified publicly, but it would include grant managers, analysts, and administrative support staff.

Organization structure

  • **Grant Management** oversees the application process, compliance, and performance monitoring of grant recipients.
  • **Program Development** designs grant programs aligned with industry needs and policy objectives.
  • **Technical Assistance** provides support to grant applicants and recipients.

List of programs

- **Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC)** to support job creation in rural areas. - **Apprenticeship Building America** to expand Registered Apprenticeship programs. - **Youth Workforce Development** programs for out-of-school youth.

Last total enacted budget

Specific budget figures for just the Office of Grants are not typically detailed publicly; however, it operates within the broader budget allocations for workforce development, which can be in the billions annually across federal agencies.

Leader

The title of the leader could be something like Director of Grants Management.

Services provided

The Office of Grants provides services like grant planning, solicitation, and management; technical assistance for grant applications and implementation; performance monitoring; and ensuring compliance with federal grant rules. They also work to align grants with current labor market needs and policy priorities.

Regulations overseen

This office ensures that all grants comply with federal regulations, including those related to financial accountability, program performance, and equitable access to funding opportunities. They oversee adherence to OMB's Uniform Guidance for federal awards.

Headquarters address

The location would vary based on the specific agency or department it falls under, typically in Washington, D.C., or state capitals for state-level offices.

Website

There's no single website for this specific office as it would be part of a larger department or agency's site. For example, within the Department of Labor, it would be under: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/grants.

Wikipedia article

There is no specific Wikipedia article for the Office of Grants in the Division of Workforce Development.

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