Management Analyst III - Grants

Norfolk, Virginia is America's most authentic and urban waterfront city. Home to the world's largest naval station and the business, arts, and cultural center of Coastal Virginia, Norfolk has been rated a top place to live, work, play, and raise a family by numerous publications. Working for the City of Norfolk is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others. With our commitment to competitive pay and a strong retirement package, you can do good for your community and do well for yourself. Join a caring workplace that proudly celebrates uniqueness, authenticity, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of our residents.
 
Join Norfolk’s Department of Budget & Strategic Planning to make a difference in our dynamic and diverse community. A career with the Department of Budget & Strategic Planning puts you on a rich and rewarding professional path in local government.  The Grants Management Team is seeking an innovative and results-oriented professional with strong grant management experience to provide support with planning, developing, analyzing, and performing complex projects associated with the management of federal, state, and local grant funds. As a member of the Grants Management Team, you will gain a unique perspective of local government, with a high-level perspective of the broad spectrum of work undertaken each day to ensure a safe, healthy, and thriving city.
 
The Management Analyst III – Grants is responsible for assisting city departments with their grants needs. This position creates and manages citywide grants training and assists departments with grant research and writing. The Management Analyst III will also be responsible for grants-related communications, including developing the Annual Grants Plan.  


Essential functions include but are not limited to:
 

• Supports city departments by identifying potential sources of funding from federal, state and private sources for local program services and evaluates appropriateness of grant funding relative to city policies and goals.
• Compiles and reviews internal and external grant information to assist city departments with completing grant applications.
• Reviews and edits draft grant applications to ensure it is responsive to grant solicitation requirements and work with departments to prepare final document for submission.
• Assists city departments with the implementation of grant programs including budget development, monitoring and reporting requirements.
• Assists in the development and implementation of a citywide grant monitoring process for all city departments.
• Analyzes city department processes and grant implementation and recommend adjustments to policy, procedures and program development to ensure efficient citywide grant structure.
• Maintains informational web-based databases to record, analyze and report data on grant programs and service activities.
• Assists management by developing detailed reports on city grants, analysis of city process, sensitive documents, correspondence and special reports.
• Provides training to city departments on various components of grant management.
• Participates in task force meetings and special projects.
• Coordinates with the Finance Department to ensure the city financial management system reflects accurate city grant activities and status.
• Disseminates information publicly, concisely, timely and thoroughly to all levels of management and stakeholders.
• Update and manage Grant monitoring process to ensure grant applications, required reports, and other requirements are submitted in timely manner

Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Preferred academic coursework in Public Administration, Not-for-Profit Management, or Grants Administration / Management. 

Four years' experience in data analysis or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional preferred experience: 

• Demonstrated ability to interpret federal/state regulations
• Experience in grant monitoring and conducting site visits
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software to include Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Experience with financial management systems
• Effective researching, writing, analytical and public speaking skills.

Work Location: 810 Union Street, Norfolk, VA 23510

Work Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus for applications received on or after February 22, 2022. The signing bonus will be paid in two (2) increments: $2,500 upon completion of 60 days of employment, and $2,500 upon completion of your probationary period. To receive the signing bonus, you must be an active employee in good standing.   

Salary : $59,393 - $98,237