Grant Specialist/Data Analyst

Kentucky Department for Public Health • Paducah, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Purchase District Health Department is accepting applications for a full-time Grant Specialist/Data Analyst located at our District Office in Paducah, KY. The Grant Specialist/Data Analyst is responsible for coordinating grant administration activities and providing data analysis support to advance public health programs and initiatives. The position manages the grant lifecycle, including grant research, application support, compliance monitoring, reporting, and budget tracking, while also collecting, analyzing, and interpreting public health data to support decision-making, program evaluation, and strategic planning.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree from a college or university.
• 2-4 years of health related experience, research, or nonprofit experience.
• Grant experience (can include writing, working on grant activities, compliance, preparing grant reports, or similar).
• Proficient in data analysis and statistical techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and the ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to complete data analysis and provide in a format that is digestible.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• At least an intermediate level of knowledge of Microsoft Suite particularly Excel.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Travel required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of technology and data management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify federal, state, and private funding opportunities aligned with department priorities.
• Coordinate preparation and submission of grant applications.
• Monitor grant agreements to ensure compliance with funding requirements and regulations.
• Track grant expenditures.
• Prepare and submit required financial and programmatic reports.
• Maintain grant records and documentation in accordance with applicable regulations and retention policies.
• Collaborate with program managers.
• Assist with grant audits and monitoring reviews.
• Collect, validate, and analyze public health data.
• Develop and maintain reporting tools.
• Monitor performance and grant-related outcomes.
• Prepare reports and presentations.
• Support community health assessment and strategic planning initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Retirement
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Additional benefits
• Travel is reimbursed per Purchase District Health Department policies and guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level