Grant Specialist

Job Description

This position requires someone who is able to follow processes, likes detailed work, and meets deadlines. Have you had experience preparing Invitation to Bid (ITBs), Request for Qualifications (RFQs), and Request for Proposals (RFPs)? Do you have experience designing regular reporting templates and formats to meet contract and grant requirements? Do you work well in both the creative and analytical worlds? If so, you may be the perfect candidate for our Grants Specialist position. This position is responsible for tracking city contracts associated with grant projects, preparing appropriate bid documents, assisting with bid openings, scoring, and selection, and preparing monthly and quarterly grant reports and reimbursements. It requires someone who can research new fields and areas, prepare scope of work and grant applications or reports, and ensure compliance with city-wide purchasing policies.

Examples of Duties:

• Prepare/maintain detailed files/information on all active contracts/grants for the city.
• Draft/finalize RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, & ITBs related to grant activities.
• Conduct bid openings and selection processes for the city.
• Prepare/submit grant reports and reimbursements in a timely manner.
• Monitor grant activities to ensure compliance.
• Assist with the preparation and completion of grant applications for the city.

Abilities and Qualifications:

• Prepare grant reports and reimbursement documentation.
• Understand governmental purchasing policies and procedures.
• Collect pertinent information from subject-matter experts to assist with the completion of grant reports and applications.
• Ability to maintain and prepare detailed spreadsheets and information related to grants and contracts related to grants
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Minimum Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, or related field.

Company Description

Lynn Haven is a city in Bay County, Florida, United States, north of Panama City. We are always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team. If you think you are ready to be a part of an exciting team, we encourage you to continue with this job application!

EEO/AA Employer Drug-free Workplace

Benefits

The City of Lynn Haven offers a competitive, robust benefits plan, with the City covering 100% of the cost of various benefits to include MDLive, Life and Accident Insurance, and Long-term Disability. In addition, the employee may opt to add additional insurance. A list of all available benefits is as follows:

• MDLive - Virtual Medical Care (provided by the City)
• $50,000 of Life & $50,000 of Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (provided by the City)
• Long-term Disability Insurance (provided by the City)
• Major Medical Insurance (Florida Blue-Blue Options)
• Dental Insurance (Florida Combined Life)
• Vision Insurance (MetLife VSP)
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Options
• Critical Illness and Accidental Insurance Options
• Flexible Spending Account

Employees also earn Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal Paid Time Off (PPTO), 13 Paid Holidays, as well as time off for jury duty, bereavement, and military leave.

The City also provides a DEFINED BENEFIT PENSION PLAN, including a Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP).

Application Deadline

Applications are accepted until the position is filled.