What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grants Administrator 36 position at City of Lansing?
The City of Lansing’s Economic, Development & Planning Department is seeking a Grants Administrator within the Office of Financial Empowerment Division. The successful candidate must possess strong organizational and problem solving skills, be detail oriented, have the ability to maintain accurate records & files, and posses exceptional interpersonal skills. The City of Lansing offers a competitive wage and benefits package including medical, vision, dental, paid vacation, sick and holiday leave.
IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:
IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:
- Two (2) years of college or an Associate degree in Accounting, Business, Public Administration, Political Science, or related field; AND
- At least three (3) years of experience in applicable grant administration and/or project management, to include contract administration, grant writing and reporting, accounting, and writing/data reporting.
- Experience in foundations, nonprofits, or the private sector, highly preferred.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Provides administration for the grants process throughout all stages including receiving, assessing, tracking, payment/check requests, documenting all inquiries and/or proposals; assuring that submitted documentation meets all City Council and grantor requirements; and maintaining accurate and timely records.
- Provides technical assistance and accountability checks to vendors. Develops performance improvement plans for vendors when needed and communicates weekly until performance issues are resolved.
- Maintains physical and digital grant files ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data as well as relationship history.
- Assists with required research pertinent to grant due diligence, ongoing review, and close-out analyses.
- Works with OFE Director, MFE Program Manager, and other staff to coordinate and maintain grant cycle calendar and site visit schedules; assists with the preparation of grant related materials for City Council, Committee and donor meetings.
- Supports the finance and communication functions; generates requested information, data and reports from information maintained in the databases or other sources of information.
- Organize, schedule, and/or host grant related meetings, including reserving space (as needed) and developing and/or distributing agendas and meeting minutes.
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
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Attach resume and cover letter, and relevant verification of education (college courses/degree).
Salary : $58,000 - $86,618