STATE CLASSIFICATION JOB DESCRIPTION
Salary Group B18	Class No. 1920

GRANTS COORDINATOR I

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs complex (journey-level) grant development and coordination work. Work involves preparing, maintaining, and reporting grants; coordinating grant applications; and serving as a liaison between funding sources and the State. May train others. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

Researches and identifies sources of external funds and assists in the development of proposals to secure funds for new grant opportunities and grant renewal opportunities.

Interprets policies, rules, or regulations; provides guidance to staff and the community regarding grant administration, policies, and procedures; and resolves related issues and concerns.

Prepares work plans and time lines to ensure submission of federal grant applications and program reports in a timely manner.

Ensures compliance with conditions of grants by monitoring and analyzing agreements, contracts, expenses, and activities, as well as federal and state regulations.

Obtains and analyzes project costs and prepares budget justifications and budget revisions for federal grants.

Participates in cross-functional workgroups composed of internal and external stakeholders to develop program objectives, work plans, and budgets.

Serves as a liaison between the agency, the State, and grant funding sources by attending meetings, responding to information requests, and resolving issues between parties involved.

Maintains files and records and prepares reports related to grant activities.

Prepares letters of intent and grant applications.

May train others.

Performs related work as assigned.

GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Experience and Education

Experience in grant development and coordination. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in public administration, business, or a related field is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of laws and regulations pertaining to grants and contract administration and of research and budgeting processes.

Skill in grant and report writing and budget development.

Ability to interpret guidelines, policies, procedures, and regulations; to evaluate fiscal data for reasonableness, necessity, and conformity with grant requirements; and to train others.

State Auditor’s Office

Revised 9-1-09