Fiscal Analyst II - F&W Federal Aid Program Manager

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

About The Position

DNREC’s Outreach, Licensing and Grants Management Section provides administrative support to the Division of Fish and Wildlife by administering the recreational hunting and fishing licensing programs, overseeing administration of over $14 Million of federal grants, and providing educational and outreach programs for the agency. Click here for more information about Fish and Wildlife – Education and Outreach. This position oversees the programmatic side of Grants Management for the Division of Fish & Wildlife. The Grants Management program oversees over 75 federal grants annually totaling more than $15 million that cover operating budgets for staff including salaries, supplies, and contractual services. This position assists with development and submittal of grant applications and compliance documents, amendments, and interim and final performance reports using federal systems including TRACS, GrantSolutions, and eRA Commons. This position also assists with development and approval of contracts, MOA's/MOU's, subaward agreements, and procurement packages, ensuring compliance with state and grant terms and conditions. This position also helps develop and report on the Division’s annual budget.

Requirements

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
Applicants must possess at least one of the following: Four years’ experience in compiling, analyzing, and reporting on financial data to ensure effective and efficient accounting of funds or to make projections for financial planning. OR Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Business Management, Computer Information Systems or a related field.
Six months’ experience in financial administration such as comprehensive analysis of programs, budgets, projects, services, alternatives, and costs; financial planning, revenue generation, revenue forecasting, expenditure forecasting, cash flow management and establishing internal control.
Two years’ experience in planning, designing, and conducting fiscal management studies.
Two years’ experience in analyzing financial problems, developing alternatives, recommending and advising management on solutions.
As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment.

Responsibilities

Plans, develops, and conducts diverse fiscal studies including analyzing and compiling financial data, information, and applicable business, financial, and/or regulatory plans.
Ensures completeness and accuracy of data and adequate documentation.
Identifies errors, issues, patterns or trends, and opportunities for improvement/cost savings.
Prepares and produces regular budgetary reports, financial forecasts, and projections based on analyses, which may include estimating revenue, expenditures, or reimbursements.
Monitors and analyzes program expenditures for compliance with budgets, applicable agreements, grants, or contracts, as well as state or federal laws, rules, and regulations.
Works with division and fiscal staff to review, develop, and maintain budgets.
Researches technical questions regarding financial and regulatory compliance with applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
Analyzes payroll, resources, and other information to assist in the development of staffing plans.
Analyzes legislative projects to support development of the capital improvement budget or other initiatives and may evaluate and monitor assets and liabilities.
Monitors and analyzes state and federal legislation to determine possible impact on the agency's overall financial position.
Uses computer software including financial modeling software to perform analysis scenarios, and automated information systems to research, review, analyze, document, and report on financial information.
Conducts other special reviews, studies and/or projects relevant to the assigned agency’s operations and presents findings.
May supervise two or more merit full time positions. The elements of supervision include performing the following on a regular and continuing basis: planning, assigning, reviewing, evaluating, coaching, training, disciplining, and recommending hire, termination, and promotion.
Performs other related duties as required.