GRANT ANALYST (OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT)

About the Role

Perform a variety of independent tasks surrounding the management of Department/Bureau grants. Assist leadership in preparing budgets and financial analyses for grants. Prepare financial reports, spreadsheets, budget analyses, and projections. Interact with a variety of offices, including County Bureaus/Departments, grantors, and municipal partners regarding various grant initiatives, budgets, and reimbursement processes. Prepare and process invoices, determine allowable costs, ensure adherence to grant guidance/policies, and ensure correct grant accounts are utilized for payment.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher.
• Two (2) years of finance, business management, public administration, or directly related experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) within five (5) days of being extended an offer.
• Degrees awarded outside of the United States (except those from U.S. territories and Canada) must be credentialed by either the World Education Services (WES) or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).

Skills

• Knowledge of Federal, State, and private grant programs.
• Ability to interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, codes, and regulations as they relate to grant funding.
• Knowledge of grant management, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of financial accounting, budget and cost analysis, and forecasting principles.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, auditing techniques, and computer programs for spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to work well with others when dealing with Federal and State agencies, County departments, municipal partners, and vendors.
• Skill in executing moderately complex data collection, synthesis, analysis, reporting, and development of recommendations.
• Ability to provide support and collaborate with team members and entry-level management to drive accuracy and precision in analysis.
• Knowledge of procedural analytical practices to perform moderate studies and continually adopt new methods.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Voluntary Benefits
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

For further information on the benefits package, visit Cook County Risk Management.

Pay

Salary Range: $77,107 – $85,130 per year.

Additional Information

• This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen, and medical examination.
• Falsification of any information in the application process may result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years.
• Hybrid work environment available for eligible employees, allowing telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.