Grant Program Officer

About the role

The Department of Justice's Division of Administrative Services, Office of Fiscal Services, Grant Services Branch seeks a Grant Program Officer (GPO) to administer the Tobacco Grant Program (TGP). The incumbent will serve under the supervision of Supervisor I and manage a $30-million-dollar annual budget.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Tobacco Grant Program, providing funding to local agencies to enforce tobacco laws and conduct compliance checks.
• Resolve fiscal issues and make program decisions to mitigate audit findings for local agencies and the Department.
• Build meaningful relationships with grant recipients and monitor program effectiveness.
• Complete financial reimbursements for approved grants.

Requirements

• Ability to make logical and sound decisions to resolve fiscal issues of varying complexity.
• Proven analytical abilities to build meaningful relationships with grant recipients.
• Strong proficiency to monitor program effectiveness and complete financial reimbursements.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated with a strong business mind and analytical skills.
• Experience in managing grant programs and handling complex eligibility requirements.
• Knowledge of fiscal management and compliance procedures.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Benefits

Work-life balance, 11 paid holidays, flexible paid leave options, consistent wage increases, pension retirement, job stability, health/dental/vision insurance, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Pay

$6,031.00 - $7,547.00 per month for a new to state candidate, with potential for higher starting salaries based on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.