Contracts/Grants Reviewer 4 (WAE)

State of Louisiana•Baton Rouge, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Louisiana State Police is hiring a temporary, part-time, classified WAE (When Actually Employed) Contracts/Grants Reviewer 4 in the Operational Development Grants Unit in East Baton Rouge Parish. The position supports the administration of state and federal grants that help maintain law enforcement operations and works under the direct supervision of the Contracts/Grants Reviewer Manager. The employee researches funding opportunities; prepares and monitors contracts, grant applications, agreements, budgets, amendments, and sub-grant agreements; and reviews reports and expenditures for compliance with funding requirements. The role also tracks approvals and available funds, reconciles grant accounting records, maintains documentation, and provides technical assistance to program personnel. Other work includes assisting with requests for proposals, compliance reviews, and contract negotiations. This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group. The temporary appointment is limited to 1,245 hours worked in a 12-month period unless an exception is approved under State Civil Service Rule 23.6. Salary is determined based on qualifications and experience.

Requirements

Meet one of the following minimum qualification pathways, with the specified contracts or grants management experience: five years of experience in contracts or grants management, procurement, financial management, or accounting; six years of full-time work experience in any field plus two years in one of those areas; a bachelor’s degree plus two years in one of those areas; or an advanced degree in business or public administration, finance, economics, or statistics plus one year in one of those areas.
At least one year of the experience used to meet the minimum qualifications must have been in contracts or grants management.
Demonstrate the ability to make accurate judgments, solve problems, think critically, demonstrate initiative, and manage time.
Provide relevant, detailed experience and education information in the application; resumes are not accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections.

Nice To Haves

Experience in contracts or grants administration or financial management.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

Research funding opportunities and grant awards, and review state appropriation budgets to confirm funds are available.
Prepare, develop, and monitor complex contracts and grant agreements, applications, budgets, amendments, and sub-grant agreements in accordance with applicable requirements and departmental policies and procedures.
Work with administrators, officials, and other personnel to resolve contract problems.
Maintain records and prepare reports or correspondence relating to contracts and grants.
Assist program personnel with preparing grant proposals or contract agreements.
Review reports and records to ensure claimed costs are allowable, contracts and grants are on schedule, and terms are met.
Track contract and grant approval processes to ensure all necessary approvals are received.
Obtain and review project performance evaluations after completion to comply with state law within established time limits.
Make original entries, reconciliations, and adjustments to grant management accounting records.
Assist with requests for proposals, compliance reviews, and contract negotiations.
Provide technical assistance to program personnel and maintain supporting documentation.