Grant Manager (Grant Specialist II) 2025-27

How to Apply: The State of Texas application is required and is only received through Work In Texas.

Go to: https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/Default.aspx to apply.

Job #: 2025-27

• TWC Job #: 16813346
• Opening Date: 1/17/2025
• Travel Required: Up to 10%
• Monthly Salary: $4,833.34 - $5,083.34
• Position Location: Austin, Texas
• Group Step: B19
• Class: 1920
• Status: Open

Grant Manager – Austin, Texas

The Office of the Governor is looking for a Grant Manager (Grant Specialist II) to work in the Public Safety Office (PSO).

Who We Are

The Office of the Governor works to build a healthier, safer, freer, and more prosperous future for all Texans. We are located primarily within the Texas State Capitol Complex in Austin.

What You’ll Earn

The salary is $4,833.34 - $5,083.34 a month ($58,000.08 - $ 61,000.08 a year).

Benefits include medical insurance, sick leave, and vacation leave. Also, State of Texas employees are eligible for a defined retirement plan. Learn more: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits

What You’ll Do

The Grant Manager reports to the Border Programs Administrator. Performs complex (journey-level) grant development, analysis, monitoring, and administration work. Work involves evaluating grant applications for eligibility and appropriateness; assisting with monitoring schedules and reports; and analyzing performance data to determine the efficacy of funded programs. Writes and edits reports, briefs, plans, and other documents. Effectively communicates with applicants, grantees, subject matter experts, and other professionals to accomplish mutual business objectives.

• Plans, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates grant funded programs.
• Analyzes grant applications to determine eligibility and compliance with state/federal statutes and best practices.
• Negotiates changes with potential grantees to make adjustments that ensure accountability and that the project scope meets the requirements and priorities established by PSO or the federal government.
• Works with Program Administrator to develop funding plans and priorities that align with designated state and federal sources of funding.
• Independently reviews and approves requests for payments involving multi-million-dollar state and federal appropriations.
• Initiates contact with requestors to discuss potential ineligible items or to request additional documentation to support requested funds.
• Professionally communicates with city and county leaders; state agency executives; and other professionals about grant priorities, guidelines, and requirements.
• Develops, establishes, and maintains productive and effective business relationships with other state and local agencies and organizations as required to fulfill the objectives of this position.
• Analyzes grant activities, identifies problem areas, provides technical assistance, and works with grantees to develop corrective action plans.
• Identifies agencies who fail to comply and initiates a request for PSO to hold further funds to the agency.
• As assigned, represents the Governor’s Office at meetings related to division funding opportunities and allowable activities.
• Provides guidance to PSO staff, grantees, applicants, and others, including via conferencing and other means.
• Determines eligibility of requests for grant adjustments, works with grantees to ensure accountability, and makes recommendations for approval or denial.
• Determines a grantee’s compliance with conditions of funding placed on their grant and removes or clears the conditions when all requirements are met.
• Analyzes performance data to identify discrepancies and follows-up with grantee to revise data, as appropriate.
• Manages the collection, organization, and analysis of grant-related data using Excel and Access databases.
• Assists the Program Administrator in coordinating the workflow of grant-related activities.
• Provides training to potential and current grant recipients on the application process and reporting requirements.
• Attends conferences, trainings, and other professional development opportunities to increase job knowledge and technical expertise.

How You’ll Qualify

• High school diploma or equivalent; and
• One (1) year of progressively responsible grant and/or program management experience.

Note: Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.

You’re a Great Fit with

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.

Other Things to Know and When You Should Apply

It’s a great job for a professional who enjoys grant development, coordination, analysis, monitoring, and administration work. Apply now by submitting a state of Texas application. Applications are reviewed daily.

Veterans
Veterans, Reservists, and members of the National Guard can compare this position to Military Occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $4,833.34 - $5,083.34 per month

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $58,000 - $61,000