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Job Description
Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!! The Finance Department is actively seeking a Grants Administrator. Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day as well? In addition to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments. This position reports to the Chief of Grants and Contract Compliance. The primary purpose of this position is to provide administrative and technical support to the organization. The position also provides project management and implementation as well as assisting with the management of approved City grants in specific functional and programmatic areas.
Primary responsibilities include the following:
Administers, monitors, and reports on all grant funding, which includes auditing to ensure compliance with grant. Administers, monitors, and oversees local grant funding, including but not limited to, Public Service Grants and Direct Appropriations. Maintains an annual Public Service Grants Program calendar and ensures timely execution of programmatic functions including proper communication and training with the Public Service Grants Council members in relation to their responsibilities and as the staff liaison per the Ordinance Code. Ensures that standard operating procedures are administered consistently and effectively; provides training to staff, as needed, and recommends updates. Conducts annual training required by Ordinance Code. Interprets federal, state, and local regulations as they pertain to City programs. Assists with the development and execution of a comprehensive Grant Management system. Assists with the creation of budget ordinance schedules, RFP/bid invitations, specifications, contracts, and related work. Assists with the development of grant budgets and compliance. Develops and presents written reports. Communicates clear direction, manages for results, and leads organizational change. Assigns responsibility, takes corrective action, demonstrates leadership in evaluating, developing, and motivating employees for effectiveness and performance. Performs other duties as assigned. A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university and at least two years of professional experience in finance or grant administration.
A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED.
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