Grant Program Manager
About The Position
The Utah Division of Air Quality is seeking a Grant Program Manager to lead at least one program within its environmental funding portfolio. The role is responsible for ensuring public resources are used efficiently to achieve measurable environmental benefits across Utah. The manager will guide complex projects, maintain compliance, and act as a liaison among government entities and community stakeholders. The position oversees the full grant-program lifecycle, from development and implementation through monitoring and closeout. It also involves partner coordination, program performance and budget oversight, reporting and outreach. The role is full-time and hybrid, based at 195 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, Utah. A criminal history check is required; a drug test is not required.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience administering grant programs and managing the full grant lifecycle.
- Experience with grant program development, implementation, oversight, and continuous improvement.
- Experience with financial management, including budget oversight, expenditure tracking, financial reporting, and financial controls.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and competing priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparing reports, presenting information clearly, and communicating with technical and non-technical audiences.
Nice To Haves
- Degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Program Management, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Proficiency in Google Workspace, Salesforce, and Microsoft Office.
- Experience with environmental programs, vehicle or equipment electrification, workforce development initiatives, or related areas.
- Experience with government processes and publicly funded programs.
- Experience with federal grant requirements (2 CFR 200), state procurement processes, compliance practices, and publicly funded program administration.
Responsibilities
- Lead grant-program development, implementation, project management, monitoring, and closeout.
- Coordinate with project partners, stakeholders, government agencies, private organizations, and community partners to support delivery and align activities with goals and requirements.
- Track, monitor, analyze, and report program performance; oversee budgets; and communicate outcomes to stakeholders, leadership, legislators, board members, and the public.
- Collaborate in dynamic team environments and adapt to changing priorities and program needs.
- Interpret program requirements and develop implementation strategies to support successful outcomes.
- Anticipate program needs, take initiative, and independently move projects forward.
- Conduct outreach, public engagement, and stakeholder communication to increase participation and program effectiveness.
Benefits
- Full benefits package eligibility.
- Job stability within a well-established organization.
- Career growth and opportunities for leadership.
- Meaningful work benefiting the community and supporting organizational goals.
- Supportive work environment that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
- Work-life balance is described as an important part of the organization's culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
