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NEOGOV · 5 months ago

Grants Specialist II (SR-20)

Maui County (various), HI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$4,961/mo - $4,961/mo

2+ years exp

The County of Maui is seeking a Grants Specialist II to develop and manage a grants program for various departmental programs. This role involves identifying, researching, and preparing grant applications while also coordinating training plans and monitoring resources.

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Responsibilities

Under general direction, identifies, researches, evaluates, prepares, and submits a full range of grant applications for programs which support and enhance departmental and countywide goals

Conducts program and financial monitoring of grant receipts, including general verification, examination and adherence to the requirements of the grant agreement

Develops and maintains records and appropriate reports and participates in the grant audit and review processes

Coordinates the planning, implementation, and evaluation of grant resources

Assists departments/agencies in identifying potential problems with grants, including monitoring requirements, payment options, writing styles, and others, and develops processes or procedures to address them

Coordinates, plans, develops, manages, and maintains a grant-source database and users database

Maintains contact with other jurisdictions, governmental agencies and management associations in the area of grant resources and grant management

Responds to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner

Takes surveys and writes reports as required

Keeps abreast of laws, regulations, and policies for grant acquisition and management

May supervise subordinate specialists and other employees

Performs other related duties as required

Qualification

Grant proposal writingGrant administrationGrant monitoringDatabase managementRegulatory complianceAnalytical skillsSupervisory skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in public or business administration, political science, sociology, or a related field

Two (2) years of professional administrative or analytical work experience which shall have involved monitoring, evaluating, and/or administering grants

Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3)

Knowledge of principles, methods and techniques that apply to grants proposal writing, applications, and administration

Knowledge of Federal, State and county laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures governing grant programs

Knowledge of interviewing techniques and principles

Knowledge of basic government organization and functions

Knowledge of sources of information concerning the granting of public funds

Knowledge of community resources and their utilization

Knowledge of participatory requirements associated with grants

Knowledge of use of standard office machines and equipment, including personal computers, peripheral equipment, and software applications

Ability to coordinate the activities of a grant program

Ability to collect, evaluate and interpret facts

Ability to read, comprehend, interpret, and apply complex rules, regulations, policies and procedures

Ability to perform accurate, detailed analysis of records

Ability to secure the confidence and cooperation of others

Ability to understand the principles, methods and techniques of programs within the County of Maui

Ability to express ideas logically, both orally and in writing

Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with other employees, operating officials, program participants, and the general public

Ability to supervise others

Ability to operate a personal computer using a variety of software applications

Meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations