Job Announcement
This position is available with the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education.
Job Title: Grant Administrator
Job Code: D24C
Department/Area: Federal Programs
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Payband: 15
Summary:
Research, identification, planning, development, and submission of federal, state, and other grants; and will assist in the implementation of awarded grants. Communicate the status of the grant application throughout the grant process. On-going activities for this position include validation, oversight of annual grant application process, evaluation, and analysis. Assist appropriate program staff in using the grant criteria to achieve the goals outlined in the grant.
Education and Experience:
Required:
• Minimum of three years of federal grant experience.
• Minimum of five years of educational experience.
Preferred:
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of CareerTech system.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provide guidance and assistance to agency staff related to submission of grant applications, revisions, expenditure, and required reports.
• Provide support in managing the grant tools available on the web-based grants management system.
• Provide training and monitoring as needed.
• Ensure grantee compliance with the terms and conditions of the grant award.
• Communicate effectively with interested parties and internal and external stakeholders throughout the life cycle of the grant.
• Suggest recommendations for improvement of administrative and management procedures and processes relative to grants programs.
• Present grant information at state and federal meetings, and other venues. The presentations can be in-person or virtual.
• Participate in conferences, meetings, and training sessions.
• Serve as a liaison between grantor and other stakeholders.
Salary and Benefits:
$66,375.50 - $74,861.82
• The state provides a benefit allowance to help you pay for insurance premiums which include health, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• The amount of your allowance, $9,051.60 - $21,942.72, is determined based upon the dependents you choose to include in health coverage.
• State paid teacher’s retirement pension and flexible benefits plan.
• Vacation leave and 15 days sick leave and 11 paid holidays
• Employee assistance program and flex-time work schedule options.
Total salary and benefits package valued at $82,097.30 - $104,113.50.
Management Responsibility:
There are no management responsibilities.
Skills Overview:
Knowledge is required of current trends in education and workforce development, best practices, and research in grants management; of federal regulations, grant administration rules, policies and procedures, grant awards, and allocation processes. Skills required include auditing methodology, techniques, and theories; demonstrated planning and organizational skills with attention to detail; strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills; time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines; and strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Communication Skills:
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills; ability to interpret grant guidelines and applications. Requires ability to read, analyze and interpret federal legislation, professional journals, financial reports, and legal documents as necessary. Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the community. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manual. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
Mathematical Skills:
Requires ability to apply moderately complex mathematical equations as needed.
Reasoning Skills:
Requires ability to apply principles of logical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Requires ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables. Requires ability to support and communicate grant and funding opportunities to internal and external customers.
Licenses, Certificates, Registrations:
Requires valid driver’s license.
Other Job-Related Skills and Abilities:
Requires ability to use Microsoft Office products.
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Work Environment:
The position is preferred to be located in Stillwater, Oklahoma; however, an off-site office location may be considered. In-state travel is required.
How to Apply:
Position posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days or until position is filled.
Send cover letter, including job title, resume and three professional references to:
Mail: Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education, Attn: Rebecca Clapp, 1500 West Seventh Ave., Stillwater, OK 74074
Fax: (405) 743-5186
Email: applicant@careertech.ok.gov
For questions concerning recent applications, please contact Rebecca.Clapp@careertech.ok.gov
Equal Opportunity Employment
The Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education is an equal opportunity organization and will not allow discrimination based upon race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable law. Any comments should be made to Gina Hubbard by phone: (405) 743-5167 or mail: 1500 West Seventh Ave., Stillwater, OK 74074-4398
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.