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Grants Analyst
Job no : 5038433
Work type : Full-Time (Salaried)
Location : Richmond (City), Virginia
Categories : Administrative Services, Audit and Finance
Title : Grants Analyst
State Role Title : Financial Services Specialist II
Hiring Range : $67K-72K
Pay Band : 5
Agency : Dept of Housing & Cmnty Devel
Location : Main Street Centre
Agency Website : https : / / www.dhcd.virginia.gov /
Recruitment Type : General Public - G
Job Duties
The Grants Analyst position at the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development presents a unique opportunity to utilize your expertise behind the scenes. As a Grants Analyst, you will collaborate with a diverse team of professionals to conduct program evaluations, ensure that grant activities align with both fiscal and regulatory requirements, and provide data-driven insights, technical assistance, and compliance support.
You will specifically work with the Division of Housing, which offers financial assistance through grant programs designed to assist communities and populations across the Commonwealth. The division prioritizes addressing the needs of distressed areas, special needs populations, and low-income citizens. Your efforts will help ensure that essential programs such as the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF), and Virginia Housing Trust Fund operate smoothly and achieve their objectives.
As a grant analyst, your focus will be on :
- Working with grantees to identify and correct any CAMS (Centralized Application and Management System) and remittance issues.
- Coordinating with fiscal staff, associate directors, and program staff on assigned grant programs.
- Preparing monthly reconciliations to ensure that all transactions (revenue, expenses, assets, liabilities) are posted correctly and that all financial systems agree, research variances, and make adjustments where needed.
- Financial tracking including fund allocations, grant awards, remittances, and balances.
- Overseeing the comprehensive grants financial process and recommending and / or implementing changes where needed.
- Compiling relevant data to create monthly and quarterly reports on financial and program performance.
- Developing and managing grant closeout processes, forms, and templates.
Your proficiency in interpreting regulations, analyzing financial reports, and formulating strategic recommendations will be essential in supporting the mission of DHCD. This mission aims to enhance the vibrancy of communities throughout the Commonwealth and make a significant and positive impact on the lives of individuals and families.
The appointment is to a restricted position, funded in part by non-general funds. The availability of funding is scheduled for review on an annual basis. Continued employment is contingent on the continued availability of grant and non-general funds.
Commonwealth of Virginia benefits / incentives include :
Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Tuition Reimbursement
Dental / Medical / Vision plans
Sick, Family / Personal, Annual, Military, and Community Service Leave
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Disability Plans (Short and Long Term)
Retirement and Savings plans
Life and Long-Term Care Insurance Telework Eligible Commonwealth of VA Employees ONLY discounts
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To learn more about the Division of Community Development and Housing, please visit us at : https : / / www.dhcd.virginia.gov / communities & https : / / www.dhcd.virginia.gov / housing
Minimum Qualifications
Additional Considerations
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Application Process :
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position's closing date. Applications / changes received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.
Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and abilities.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Supplemental Questions :
You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration. Answers should be reflected in jobs and positions held.
Background and Reference Checks :
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and reference checks. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
Lay off Policy 1.3 :
If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.
DHCD Welcomes Veterans and Spouses :
We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard, or Reserve. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application.
Sponsorship :
The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.
Reasonable Accommodations :
Accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and / or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.
Equal Opportunity Employer :
The Department of Housing and Community Development practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility, diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.
Diversity, Opportunity, and Inclusion :
DHCD is committed to providing valuable opportunities for a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment where all employees feel supported. DHCD seeks to work with partners, grantees and vendors who demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion as a practice and have a demonstrated record of this commitment.
Alternative Hiring Process :
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS / DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Contact Information
Name : Human Resources
Phone : N / A
Email : rr-recruitment1@dhcd.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS / DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Advertised : 14 Jan 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close : 28 Jan 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Salary : $67,000 - $72,000
