The Grants Analyst will play a key role in managing and overseeing federal grants and programs, specifically the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Funds. This position works independently with minimal supervision, managing complex projects and collaborating with stakeholders at various levels. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proven track record in grants management, policy development, and compliance oversight.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Research and Analysis:Conduct in-depth research, analysis, and interpretation of government programs and grant-related data. Develop and present actionable recommendations based on best practices and program requirements.

• Collaboration and Coordination:Work closely with department heads, community-based service providers, and county management to facilitate and oversee special projects and programs, ensuring timely and successful implementation.

• Grant Management:Support the management and oversight of CDBG-DR funding, including preparing reports, maintaining compliance documents, conducting audits, and ensuring audit readiness. Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations.

• Vendor and Stakeholder Management:Collaborate with vendors, municipalities, and county departments to ensure efficient and effective implementation of CDBG-DR funded projects, such as infrastructure, public facilities, and community programs.
• Contract Oversight:Assist in managing contracts for staff augmentation and program implementation vendors. Monitor performance, cost-effectiveness, and facilitate day-to-day communication between vendors, municipalities, and county staff.
• Data Management and Reporting:Prepare and submit amendments to the CDBG-DR Action Plan in HUD's Disaster Recovery Grant Reporting (DRGR) system. Ensure compliance with deadlines, prepare reports, analyze data, and recommend improvements.
• System Oversight:Enter and review data from various systems, including DRGR, GrantTrax, and Smartsheet, coordinating with relevant teams to meet established objectives.
• Representation and Strategic Planning:Represent the department and the interests of the Board of County Commissioners at meetings. Collaborate with management on strategic planning and decision-making to enhance program delivery.
• Additional Duties:Perform other related duties as assigned to support the goals of the department.

Education, Experience, Licensing

Education:Any combination of education and experience equivalent to aBachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field is required.

Experience:Two years of relevant experience in grant management, compliance, or a related area.

Drivers License:

Possession of a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.

Supplemental Information

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Experience with federal grants, particularly CDBG-DR or similar programs, is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in grant management systems (e.g., DRGR, GrantTrax, Smartsheet) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to compliance.

Additional Information:This position is funded through grants and is contingent upon the availability of funding. Some positions may require specific licenses/certifications, either at the time of hire or within a specified period.

: EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.