GRANTS ANALYST

About the role

The Grants Analyst is responsible for applying professional level skills and has specific program knowledge as it relates to area of assignment in Substance Abuse Prevention.

Responsibilities

• Assist in researching and identifying potential grant funding opportunities
• Support the preparation and submission of grant applications and proposals
• Assist in reviewing and processing financial data related to active grants, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations
• Maintain records of grant applications, awards, and status reports in the grants management database
• Prepare routine reports on grant performance, budget compliance, and timelines
• Assist in the preparation of budget proposals and financial documentation for grant applications
• Perform other administrative duties as needed in support of the grants team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, accounting, or a related field preferred
• One year of experience in grants management or related administrative support roles
• Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series; promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee's demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs
• Other job related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the Qualifications Review Committee

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years experience in grant management
• 2 years experience in Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs (ATOD) Prevention
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including spreadsheet functions, formulas, and data analysis
• Familiarity with purchase orders, credit memos, and data entry
• Extreme attention to detail
• Strong problem solving skills to resolve vendor or client discrepancies
• Good communication and customer service skills for handling billing inquiries
• Strong organizational skills to manage high-volume deadlines

Special Requirements

• Ability to lift & carry 50 pounds
• Limited travel—both in and out of state

Pay

Anticipated Starting Salary: $43,088.03

Benefits

• Pension
• Maternity leave
• Paid state holidays