GRANTS ANALYST

County: Pulaski • Posting End Date: August 20, 2026

About the Role

The Grants Analyst is an entry-level position responsible for providing research, analysis, and administrative support to the grants team. This role assists in the preparation of grant proposals, reviews financial data, and ensures compliance with grant guidelines. The position is critical to ensuring that grants are managed effectively from application to post-award compliance.

Special Requirements

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

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

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

Requirements

• A 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

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.

Skills

• Basic understanding of grant management processes and principles
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to research and interpret grant guidelines and funding opportunities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis

Benefits

Working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Pay

Pay Grade: SGS04 • Salary Range: $43,088 - $63,770