Grant Management Analyst

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Grant Management Analyst

Salary

$59,758.40 - $88,316.80 Annually

Location

Eugene, OR

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

202400378

Department

County Administration

Division

CAO Grant Strategy Management

Opening Date

08/26/2024

Closing Date

9/16/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Exempt

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DESCRIPTION

About the Position

The Lane County Administration - Policy Division seeks a skilled grant acquisition and policy analyst to join the Grant Strategy Management team. This position is supervised by the Grant Strategy Program Manager. The position will support countywide efforts to enhance acquisition of strategic grant revenue resources. Job duties include thought leadership on how to configure projects to match high return grant opportunities, grant seeking, grant writing, convening stakeholders for collaborative and competitive grant applications, and implementing grant-funded projects. Position not only organizes information into a cohesive grant package but facilitates conversations for innovative and competitive grant application outputs. This position will focus on leveraging federal, state, philanthropic, and private funding opportunities including but not limited to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Inflation Reduction Act, and State of Oregon grant programs. The Management Analyst will provide strategic coordination and development of grant applications, compliance, and technical assistance for the implementation of grant programs.

The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of successful grant writing techniques, grant research methods, philanthropic/funder-relationship building, grant management principles, compliance with federal and state requirements including 2 CFR Part 200 Uniform Grant Guidance and those specific to federal agencies such as the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA), program administration and financial reporting. Candidates must have exemplary writing, interpersonal, organization, and project management skills.

About the Division

The Policy Division of County Administration advances high-priority quality of life issues for the residents of Lane County in support of County Administration, the departments of Lane County government, and partners in the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. The Division includes Housing, Climate Change, Community Resilience and Recovery, Community & Economic Development, American Rescue Plan Act Management, and Intergovernmental Relations. The American Rescue Plan Program Manager is a central member of this team and of the larger Lane County leadership team.

Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm.

40 hours a week with some flexibility in the schedule during Monday through Friday work week; hybrid telecommute options may be approved by supervisor, with typical average of 75% in the office.

*Teleworking is an alternative work arrangement the County may offer to employees when feasible and beneficial to the County, the community we serve and the employee. Teleworking does not change the basic terms and conditions of employment with the County. Teleworking is not a universal employee benefit or right and approval, suspension, or discontinuation of a teleworking arrangement at any time is at the sole discretion of the County with no right of grievance or appeal.

This is a non-represented position

QUALIFICATIONS

Training:

• Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, public affairs, or a related field.

  Experience:

• Two years of professional experience in public or business administration, public affairs, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

  Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

CLASSIFICATION DETAILS

Grant & Contract Analyst Classification Details (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lanecountyor/classspecs/newprint/1440927)

Selection Process

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2022 -2024 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

Veteran Preference Information (https://www.lanecounty.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=3585881&pageId=5143112)

Careers with Lane County Offer Extraordinary Benefits

At Lane County, we value our employees and we show it with our extraordinary benefits. We know that you chose public service for more than a paycheck, and our outstanding benefits are designed to help you Live Well, Live Lane - throughout your career. Read on to learn what great benefits await you in a career with Lane County.

Introducing ALEX (https://www.myalex.com/lanecounty/home#choose-benefits) , Lane County's benefit advisor! ALEX is an interactive tool that will help you understand the benefits being offered, out of pocket expenses and coverage available. You will need the Collective Bargaining Unit found in your job posting and when asked for your date of hire, please put in today's date.

*The below information describes typical benefits available for Regular Full-time Employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position, employment status (regular, temporary, or extra help) and/or bargaining group.

ALEX Benefit Advisor (click here) (https://www.myalex.com/lanecounty/home#choose-benefits)

Collective Bargaining Units:

Admin-Pro

AFSCME

AFSCME Nurses

AFSCME Physicians

FOPPO

LCPOA

Local 626

Prosecuting Attorney's

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Physically

Health insurance coverage becomes effective the first of the month following your first 30 days as an eligible employee.

Medical/Rx/Vision - Lane County offers medical, prescription and vision exam coverage for you and your eligible dependents. The plan options and costs per month for 2018 are outlined below:

If you enroll in the HDHP the County will contribute to your HSA: $1,500 (individual) or $3,000 (family) annually. This amount is prorated based on date of hire.

Eligible employees who complete a Health History Risk Assessment (HHRA), Biometric Screening, and Comprehensive Health Review (CHR) at the Live Well Center receive a $20 per month credit.

Wellness Clinic - The Live Well Center is for Lane County benefits-eligible employees, spouses and dependents (ages 2 and up) who are enrolled in the Lane County health plan. Marathon Health manages the Live Well Center and their clinical team provides confidential, affordable care for your acute and preventive healthcare needs. The Live Well Center also provides health coaching, chronic disease counseling, comprehensive primary care services, and much more.

Dental - Lane County provides dental coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Lane County provides this counseling and concierge service to employees and members of their immediate households.

Fitness Center Membership - Lane County provides employees with a free membership to a local fitness center. Employees may add their families at a discounted rate.

Benefits to keep you & your family well - Financially

Retirement - Lane County pays for, and enrolls employees in the Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP) and the Individual Account Program (IAP) following six full months of employment. (Current members are eligible upon hire.)

Disability - Lane County pays a portion of wages for eligible employees through Short-Term Disability, and provides Long-Term Disability coverage. Lane County complies with all State and Federal disability laws for employee, family, parental and pregnancy leaves regulations.

Time Management - Lane County provides employees with a generous bank of hours to be used for sick, vacation, family emergencies and personal days.

Holidays - Lane County provides 10 paid holidays per year:

New Year's Day Independence Day

Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday Labor Day

Presidents' Day Veterans' Day

Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day

Juneteenth Christmas Day

Life Insurance - Lane County pays for employee group term life insurance.

County-paid Training & Development to keep your career well

On-site Classes - Lane County offers a variety of on-site classes to develop employees' soft and technical skills.

Online Training - Lane County offers a variety of online classes through LEAP to help employees continually improve their skills.

Conferences & Seminars - Lane County will consider reimbursement for employees to attend professional conferences, dependent upon budget, to encourage continuous learning and professional development.

Lane County offers these other valuable benefits

Deferred Compensation Retirement Savings - Employees may enroll in a deferred compensation program 457(b) to save for retirement.

Vision - Eligible employees may purchase supplemental vision insurance.

Supplemental Life Insurance - Employees may purchase supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents/spouse.

Aflac - Optional employee-paid voluntary group coverage is available through Aflac.

Group Discounts - Group discounts may include homeowners and auto insurance, pet health insurance, credit union membership.

Paid medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents is determined by labor agreement or APM, as applicable. Physicians should contact their supervisor for health plan options and rates. Please note that Temporary and Extra Help positions are not typically eligible for benefits. This is only brief summary of benefits available to eligible Lane County employees. In all cases, plan documents govern.

For additional information about these extraordinary benefits contact the Benefit Resource Center at 1-866-468-7272, or Lane County HR at (541) 682-3124.

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IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have included all RELEVANT education, employment and experience in your application. To ensure compliance with Oregon Equal Pay laws, Human Resources will conduct a wage analysis based on the information you have provided in your application to determine the appropriate starting wage if you are selected.

• I acknowledge I have provided all relevant education and employment history.

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  What is your highest level of education?

• High School diploma or equivalent to completion of twelfth grade.

• Associate's degree.

• Two-years of technical certificate or coursework.

• Bachelor's degree.

• Master's or higher degree.

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  How many years of experience in public or business administration, public affairs or similar field do you have?

• No experience.

• One year of experience.

• Two years of experience.

• Three years of experience.

• Four years of experience.

• Five years of experience.

• Six years of experience or more.

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  How has your training and experience prepared you for this position? (20 points)

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  Describe your work experience specific to grant writing, grant project management, and grant monitoring/compliance? Include who the grantor was, funding amount that you have been directly responsible for, and types of grants you have worked on, etc. (20 points)

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  How would you rate your narrative-writing ability? What is your grant acquisition success rate? (20 points)

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  Give an example of when you brought people together collaboratively. How did you approach the collaborative process? How did you engage people with different backgrounds? What worked well and what could you have done differently? (20 points)

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  Lane County has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. How have you directly contributed to a diverse, equitable or inclusive workplace environment? Please give a specific example. (20 points)

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