Grant Coordinator

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) is the State planning agency for criminal justice, juvenile justice, traffic safety, and victim services. ICJI is designated as the State Administering Agency for the distribution of federal funds, and as the State Statistical Analysis Center for research. Further, ICJI is responsible for coordinating and collaborating with local, state, and federal entities to identify, assess, plan, resource, and evaluate new and emerging issues facing the criminal justice and public safety spectrum. ICJI works with local, state, and federal entities to evaluate programs associated with the prevention, detection & solution of crimes; law enforcement, and criminal/juvenile justice, to improve and coordinate all aspects of law enforcement and criminal/juvenile justice. As the Grant Coordinator, you will be responsible for performing high-level grant development, coordination, and administration work. In this position, you will coordinate, review, evaluate, and report grants at various stages to determine the appropriateness of grants or compliance with requirements and standards. Candidates should have effective communication skills, experience with Excel and have attention to detail.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of grants, the grant application process, and rules and regulations pertaining to grants applicable to assigned programs.
Advanced knowledge of programs, program planning, public administration, and the political system as they relate to the grant process.
Ability to interpret and apply grant rules, regulations, and procedures.
Ability to research new procedures, rules, and regulations.
Effective communication skills.
At least three (3) years of work experience in grant programs, program planning, public administration, and related fields applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Excel

Responsibilities

Research and identify sources of external funds and create or develop proposals to secure funds for new grant opportunities and grant renewal opportunities.
Coordinate work plans and timelines to ensure submission of state or federal grant applications and program reports in a timely manner.
Provide resource information to potential recipients on types of grants available, federal and agency requirements for obtaining grants, and process of applying for grants.
Assist potential recipients in the grant application process making recommendations on possible changes, writing, and/or reviewing grant applications.
Review submitted grant applications and assess the applicant’s eligibility for award based on established criteria.
Make recommendations to supervisors and granting authority on needs of potential recipients.
Analyze project costs and prepare budget justifications and budget revisions for awarded grants.
Maintain files and records and prepare reports related to grant activities for grants issued and received.
Ensure a grantee’s compliance with conditions of grants by coordinating agreements, contracts, expenses, activities, and federal and state regulations.

Benefits

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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