Grants Administrator

Position Summary:

Responsible for researching and identifying grant opportunities, preparing grant applications and the management of approved grants. Work requires independent judgment to determine courses of action, ability to develop and articulate presentations of facts and support conclusions and recommendations.
This is professional work of a specialized nature which involves problem solving and decision making. Independent judgment is exercised in performing duties which include identifying, developing, and coordinating intergovernmental resources available to the city in the form of grants; systematic investigation and research of community and City needs; determination and recommendation of programs which are fundable; securing of grants for selected programs; and monitoring the administration of such programs. This position may also be assigned special projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conducts research to identify, apply for, administer, supervise, coordinate and monitor federal, state, and local grant or loan programs in accordance with applicable standards, regulations, and guidelines.

Interacts with federal, state, and local agencies to ensure that grant projects comply with program guidelines for expenditure, funding, and accountability.

Works in close conjunction with City department directors to determine programs which could be funded through grants;

Prepares grant applications and proposals for submittal; including writing, reviewing, and editing grant applications and proposals;

Coordinates and participates in city and other governmental meetings related to grant needs and applications.

Prepares monthly reports on funded and non-funded project status.

Maintains and verifies payment records, reviews invoices and assists finance team by providing requested financial and programmatic documents.

Coordinates with engineers and contractors to ensure timely completion of grants/loans.

Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administrationor equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two (2) years related experience obtaining grants, administration of grants, or in an appropriate area of specialization.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration;
• Knowledge of the organization, functions and activities of the various sectors of the city, and those of other governmental agencies;
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and procedures;
• Experience with Grants and Cooperative Agreements, audits of grant program or Local Governments, preferred
• Ability to manage multiple projects, to anticipate information needed from program & grant staff
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in analyzing facts and arriving at conclusions;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the general public;
• Ability to follow complex oral and written instructions;
• Ability to express oneself effectively orally and in writing.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44,977.00 - $46,821.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 2 years (Preferred)
• Microsoft Word: 2 years (Preferred)
• Accounting: 2 years (Preferred)
• Administration of Grants: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person