Training Administrator jobs in Frankfort, KY

GRANTS ADMINISTRATOR

POSTING DATE: 09/29/2024

CLOSING DATE: 10/12/2024

SummaryThe Grants Administrator secures funding opportunities for county operations and initiatives by partnering with key stakeholders, submitting competitive and non-competitive grant applications, and monitoring for outcomes. The Grants Administrator is responsible for facilitating the grant life cycle; pre-award, award, and post-award.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily.

• Research and identify, apply for, administer, coordinate and monitor federal, state, local, and private grants in accordance with applicable standards, regulations and guidelines.
• Provides timely advice and information on funding opportunities, requirements and procedures; collaborate in defining and implementing project funding strategies.
• Coordinates and assists departments in preparation of requests for proposals and contracts relative to grants, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Develops and implements systems for monitoring the effectiveness and impact of grant-funded programs and projects. Collect and analyze data to evaluate program outcomes and inform future grant applications.
• Maintains accurate and detailed grant source and tracking information.
• Assists with grant budgeting tasks and monitoring, including revenue and expenditure estimates.
• Assists with auditing, monitoring and scheduling of grant reports for various departments.
• Submits monthly and quarterly reports to the fiscal court and external agencies when appropriate.
• Stays informed about grant funding trends, policies, and best practices.
• Proactively and creatively seeks out grant funding opportunities, taking into consideration fit-gap analysis.
• Serve as liaison between the County and outside funding agencies and groups; provide assistance in resolving issues and conflicts with funding agencies; participate in meetings and discussion in which decisions affecting County projects are made.
• Performs other duties as necessary and as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONSThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, finance, communications/marketing, or a related field, and;
• Three (3) or more years’ experience in grant writing, project management, research, fundraising, budgeting, quality control, preferably in a governmental or nonprofit setting.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be used to satisfy the minimum requirements.
• Knowledge of local government operations and services is preferred
• Grant writing certification or grant writing professional training is a plus.

Knowledge and Skills

• Accountability; willingness to make timely and appropriate decisions; willingness to accept the responsibility for successes and failures; ability to seek support and still manage the project; ability to work with others.
• Good financial skills; ability to handle and analyze data and accurately present budgets, results, statistics, etc.
• Strong understanding of grant funding processes, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Outward going personality; ability to deal with diverse individuals and groups effectively; ability to establish and maintain rapport with peers and superiors.
• Distinguished written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to diverse audiences.
• Meticulous attention to detail, highly organized, with strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and competing priorities.
• Initiative; ability to do what is expected and seek out opportunities with limited supervision.

Physical Demands and AbilitiesThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking and writing so others will be able to understand.
• Ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
• Ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to demonstrate manual dexterity through use of typing on a keyboard, sorting through paperwork, reaching and grabbing objects.
• Ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to operate standard business equipment such as a fax, computer, printer, copier, etc.
• Ability to look at a computer screen for several hours.
• Ability to travel to other locations as needed.
• Must be able to work on a flexible schedule that at times may include late working hours or weekend hours.

Other Requirements

• Working knowledge of office software programs including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Pursuant to the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, all employees must remain drug free and alcohol free when reporting to work and while engaged in any work-related activities.

NoteThis document and the statements contained within it are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the employee.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person