POSITION: Grant Specialist

DUTIES: - Research, identify, analyze, and recommend sources of external funds and create or develop proposals to secure funds for new grant opportunities and grant renewal opportunities. - Prepare work plans and timelines to ensure submission of state or federal grant applications and program reports in a timely manner. - Ensure compliance with conditions of grants by monitoring, analyzing, and interpreting agreements, contracts, expenses, activities, and federal and state regulations; provide guidance to staff. - Analyze project costs and prepare budget justifications and budget revisions for awarded grants. - Serve as a liaison between the agency, the State, and grant funding sources by attending meetings, responding to information requests, and resolving issues between parties involved. - Maintain files, records and prepare reports related to grants issued and or received. - Develop and amend grant contracts, including grant contracts awarded to sub-recipients. - Collaborate with the Chief Finance Officer on grant policy development and processes. - Position is dependent on grant funding.

REQUIREMENTS: - Bachelor's degree and Grant Management/Writing certification preferred. Strong research and written communication skills required. Some common degrees for grant specialists include English, communications, or marketing. - Bachelor's degree plus three (3) years of related work experience; OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provi the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. - Thorough knowledge of modern principles and practices of grant writing and management. - Excellent communication skills including verbal, written, and presentation. Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and/or regulations governing grants management practices. - Ability to research, analyze, and recommend appropriate grant opportunities to meet organizational needs. - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all County Department Heads and Elected Officials, Local, State and Federal agency representatives, and local government support organization representativ - Ability to work independently without close supervision and work in a collaborative manner to accomplish the mission of the organization. - Strong organization, time management, and project management skills. - Background check and drug screen including marijuana is required for this position.

WAGE: Starting $28.38 - $29.52 per hour

JOB SITE: Monte Vista, CO

BENEFITS: To be discussed with employer.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: If you meet the minimum requirements for this position, please click on How to Apply' to view application information. You must be registered with Connecting Colorado to view the application information (registration is available at no cost).