What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grant Coordinator (Financial Specialist II) position at Fairfax County?
JOB
We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented grant researcher, writer and application specialist with a proven track record of success. The successful candidate will play a critical role in researching, identifying and securing grant funding opportunities to support the organizations programs and initiatives. The position will involve a combination of research, proposal writing, collaboration and liaison with other departments, and overall management of the grant. Position will secure funding identifying, pursuing, and managing grant opportunities. Position will secure funding identifying, pursuing, and managing grant opportunities. This position is responsible for the entire grant lifecycle, from research and application to monitoring and reporting. Research, writing, and project management, with a keen eye for detail and strong organizational skills. Key responsibilities include researching grant opportunities, collaborating with internal stakeholders to gather information, preparing, and submitting high-quality grant applications, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and maintaining comprehensive documentation. Will also oversee the evaluation of grant-funded programs and manage all associated paperwork and reporting.Duties: Researches grant funding opportunities to support agency programs and initiativesDevelops compelling grant applications that comply with all requirementsRoutinely presents grant status information to agency leadershipCoordinates with agency stakeholders to ensure grant applications are comprehensiveCollaborates with other public safety partners to share informationManages grant funding to ensure monies are utilized in compliance with grant requirementsDevelops required grant reporting documents such as grant award approval, grant closeout, third quarter, carryover, and other.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.) Prepares and/or analyzes financial data and makes recommendations;Plans, organizes and participates in the reconciliation of funds;Prepares long range revenue and expenditure estimates necessary to forecast economic feasibility of various projects;Reviews and verifies postings to appropriate ledgers and subsidiary accounts;Applies budget, procurement, and payment procedures in accordance with established county policies, accounting principles (GAAP and GASB), and local and state policies and procedures; Prepares or assist development of the agency budget and monitors budget status.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with either a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, public policy, or related field; plus, two years of professional-level experience in finance, business administration, budgeting, or contract management, a master’s degree in a related field or CPA may substitute for 1 year of experience.NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, credit check, polygraph exam, and psychological exam to the satisfaction of the employer. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal funding sources and the ability to locate potential sources for funding.Thorough understanding of grant funding policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Thorough understanding of effective grant writing techniques.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.Extremely organized and meticulous with details.Excellent project management skills and ability to prioritize work and resources.Ability to meet deadlines.Ability to interpret financial data and prepare budgets and financial grant reports.Ability to be discreet with personal information that may be needed for some grants such as employee salaries or upcoming projects.At least one year of experience in grant research, writing and proposal development preferably in the public safety sector.At least three years of experience in grant research, writing and proposal development preferably in the public safety sector. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to input, access, and retrieve information from a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include a practical exercise. The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY. #LI-SP1
We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented grant researcher, writer and application specialist with a proven track record of success. The successful candidate will play a critical role in researching, identifying and securing grant funding opportunities to support the organizations programs and initiatives. The position will involve a combination of research, proposal writing, collaboration and liaison with other departments, and overall management of the grant. Position will secure funding identifying, pursuing, and managing grant opportunities. Position will secure funding identifying, pursuing, and managing grant opportunities. This position is responsible for the entire grant lifecycle, from research and application to monitoring and reporting. Research, writing, and project management, with a keen eye for detail and strong organizational skills. Key responsibilities include researching grant opportunities, collaborating with internal stakeholders to gather information, preparing, and submitting high-quality grant applications, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and maintaining comprehensive documentation. Will also oversee the evaluation of grant-funded programs and manage all associated paperwork and reporting.Duties: Researches grant funding opportunities to support agency programs and initiativesDevelops compelling grant applications that comply with all requirementsRoutinely presents grant status information to agency leadershipCoordinates with agency stakeholders to ensure grant applications are comprehensiveCollaborates with other public safety partners to share informationManages grant funding to ensure monies are utilized in compliance with grant requirementsDevelops required grant reporting documents such as grant award approval, grant closeout, third quarter, carryover, and other.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.) Prepares and/or analyzes financial data and makes recommendations;Plans, organizes and participates in the reconciliation of funds;Prepares long range revenue and expenditure estimates necessary to forecast economic feasibility of various projects;Reviews and verifies postings to appropriate ledgers and subsidiary accounts;Applies budget, procurement, and payment procedures in accordance with established county policies, accounting principles (GAAP and GASB), and local and state policies and procedures; Prepares or assist development of the agency budget and monitors budget status.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with either a bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, public policy, or related field; plus, two years of professional-level experience in finance, business administration, budgeting, or contract management, a master’s degree in a related field or CPA may substitute for 1 year of experience.NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, credit check, polygraph exam, and psychological exam to the satisfaction of the employer. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal funding sources and the ability to locate potential sources for funding.Thorough understanding of grant funding policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Thorough understanding of effective grant writing techniques.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.Extremely organized and meticulous with details.Excellent project management skills and ability to prioritize work and resources.Ability to meet deadlines.Ability to interpret financial data and prepare budgets and financial grant reports.Ability to be discreet with personal information that may be needed for some grants such as employee salaries or upcoming projects.At least one year of experience in grant research, writing and proposal development preferably in the public safety sector.At least three years of experience in grant research, writing and proposal development preferably in the public safety sector. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to input, access, and retrieve information from a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include a practical exercise. The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov. EEO/AA/TTY. #LI-SP1
