Grants Analyst

The Grants Analyst will play a key role in managing and overseeing federal grants and programs, specifically the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Funds. This position works independently with minimal supervision, managing complex projects and collaborating with stakeholders at various levels. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proven track record in grants management, policy development, and compliance oversight.

• Research & Analysis: Conduct in-depth research, analysis, and interpretation of government programs and grant-related data. Develop and present actionable recommendations based on best practices and program requirements.
  

• Collaboration & Coordination: Work closely with department heads, community-based service providers, and county management to facilitate and oversee special projects and programs, ensuring timely and successful implementation.
  

• Grant Management: Support the management and oversight of CDBG-DR funding, including preparing reports, maintaining compliance documents, conducting audits, and ensuring audit readiness. Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations.

• Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with vendors, municipalities, and county departments to ensure efficient and effective implementation of CDBG-DR funded projects, such as infrastructure, public facilities, and community programs.

• Contract Oversight: Assist in managing contracts for staff augmentation and program implementation vendors. Monitor performance, cost-effectiveness, and facilitate day-to-day communication between vendors, municipalities, and county staff.

• Data Management & Reporting: Prepare and submit amendments to the CDBG-DR Action Plan in HUD's Disaster Recovery Grant Reporting (DRGR) system. Ensure compliance with deadlines, prepare reports, analyze data, and recommend improvements.

• System Oversight: Enter and review data from various systems, including DRGR, GrantTrax, and Smartsheet, coordinating with relevant teams to meet established objectives.

• Representation & Strategic Planning: Represent the department and the interests of the Board of County Commissioners at meetings. Collaborate with management on strategic planning and decision-making to enhance program delivery.

• Additional Duties: Perform other related duties as assigned to support the goals of the department.

Education: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field is required.
Experience: Two years of relevant experience in grant management, compliance, or a related area.
Driver’s License:  Possession of a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Experience with federal grants, particularly CDBG-DR or similar programs, is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in grant management systems (e.g., DRGR, GrantTrax, Smartsheet) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to compliance.

Additional Information: This position is funded through grants and is contingent upon the availability of funding. Some positions may require specific licenses/certifications, either at the time of hire or within a specified period.

Salary : $61,612 - $140,021