Grants Director

About the role

The Grants Director manages the procurement, development, solicitation, and administration of agency grants and grant-based contracting for the Department of Correction. This role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities involving numerous intricate components, requiring strong interpersonal, written communication, and organizational abilities, as well as sound judgment and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Overview of Grant Management Functions
• Grant Solicitation and Application
• Matching Grants to Agency Needs
• Expertise in Grant Review
• Identifying Grant Opportunities
• Submission and Reporting
• Application Review and Coordination
• Grant Monitoring
• Collaboration with Agencies
• Fiscal Coordination
• Grant Tracking and Reporting
• Correspondence and Communication
• Continuous Research and Anticipation
• Staff Training and Development
• Program Manager Meetings

Requirements

Specialized knowledge in program subject matter obtained through experience and/or education. Specialized knowledge of program area including pertinent rules and regulations. Extensive knowledge of all source materials and references including federal and state laws governing the programs. Ability to develop and implement new principles and policies and discern any far-reaching implications. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders. Working knowledge of accounting and budget principles. Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow. Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

Qualifications

• At least 7+ years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
• A degree is not required.

Skills

Strong interpersonal, written communication, and organizational abilities. Sound judgment and creativity. Ability to develop and implement new principles and policies. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders. Working knowledge of accounting and budget principles. Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow. Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

Benefits

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Schedule

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.