Grants Coordinator 2

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol
Report In Location - 1970 W Broad Street, Columbus 43223

Monitor agency participation in grant programs or monitor endowment of funds to qualified participants for adherence to contract &/or program rules & regulations:

• Coordinates & monitors the Ohio State Highway Patrol's (OSHP) Grants Program; Researches grant opportunities & writes detailed project proposals for submission to granting agency; Monitors applications through approval process; Negotiates final contract with granting agency;

• Serves as primary contact for organizations receiving &/or requesting grants administered by OSHP; Provides technical assistance &/or guidance;

• Informs potential applicants about various programs & eligibility requirements; Assists applicants with developing grant program goals & objectives; Outlines policies & procedures relative to the use of grant funds;

• Establishes the fiscal monitoring of approved grants to ensure quality assurance throughout all processes by reviewing available funds in compliance with state & federal procedures;

• Conducts training on regulations, requirements, application procedures, &/or project administration;

• Monitors & tracks grant expenditures; Prepares activity reports &/or billings.

• Maintains all required records for grant compliance;

• Assists in the development of policies & procedures relative to grants administration that align with state & federal guidelines;

• Responds to inquiries from constituents, government officials & other external individuals;

• Assists fiscal personnel with forfeiture funds.

• Performs other related duties as assigned (e.g., special projects, training, administrative duties, assists with accounts receivable &/or accounts payable functions, etc.).

3 courses or 9 mos. exp. in contract & grant preparation;

AND 3 courses or 9 mos. exp. in accounting;

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS
May require overnight travel.

• This position may be filled by a layoff or certification eligibility list.

• This position will be filled in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement if applicable.

Background Check Information

• A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.

• A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.