Grant Program Manager

State of Utah • Salt Lake City, UT

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Utah Division of Air Quality is seeking a Grant Program Manager to lead at least one program in its environmental funding portfolio. The position is responsible for managing grant programs from development through implementation, monitoring, and closeout, ensuring public resources are used efficiently and produce measurable environmental benefits across Utah. The manager works with government entities, project partners, community stakeholders, and other organizations to deliver programs, maintain compliance, and support established goals. The role also involves tracking and evaluating performance, overseeing budgets, reporting outcomes, conducting outreach, and adapting to changing program needs. The position is hybrid and based at 195 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, Utah. Applicants must pass a criminal history check; no drug test is 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 program improvement.
• Experience with financial management, including budget oversight, expenditure tracking, financial reporting, and implementing appropriate 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.
• Successfully pass a criminal history check.

Nice To Haves

• A 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 subject 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 the full lifecycle of grant programs, including program development, implementation, project management, monitoring, and closeout.
• Coordinate with project partners, stakeholders, government agencies, private organizations, and community partners to support program delivery and align activities with established goals and requirements.
• Manage program performance through data tracking, monitoring, analysis, reporting, budget oversight, and communication of outcomes to stakeholders, leadership, legislators, board members, and the public.
• Work collaboratively in dynamic team environments and adapt to changing priorities and program needs.
• Interpret program requirements and develop effective implementation strategies.
• Take initiative, anticipate program needs, and independently move projects forward.
• Conduct outreach, public engagement, and stakeholder communication to increase program participation and effectiveness.

Benefits

• Full benefits package eligibility.
• Job stability through employment within a well-established organization.
• Career growth, skill development, and leadership opportunities.
• Meaningful work benefiting the community and supporting organizational goals.
• Supportive work environment emphasizing cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
• Work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed