Grant Specialist

State of Florida•Jacksonville, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The mission of the Florida Department of Military Affairs (DMA) is to provide management oversight of the Florida National Guard and provide units and personnel ready to support national security objectives; to protect the public safety of citizens and to contribute to the national, state and community programs that add value to the United States of America and to the State of Florida.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or equivalent
Four (4) years of professional, full-time-equivalent experience in managing grants, contracts or related experience.
Knowledge of the procedures and practices with contracts and purchasing
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication
Knowledge of the methods of data collection
Knowledge of basic arithmetic
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to the purchasing process
Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner
Ability to perform basic arithmetical calculations
Ability to work independently
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to maintain purchasing records

Responsibilities

Administer and manage execution and implementation of Cooperative Agreements, Grants, and numerous state contracts.
Prepare, administer, and manage Interagency Agreements, Grants, and numerous state contracts.
Monitor and review the implementation of established policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with Grants, Contracts, and Cooperative Agreements.
Provide technical assistance to Department, Division, and Staff.
Prepare periodic progress and evaluation reports on Grants, Contracts, and Cooperative Agreements administrative activities.
Responsible for the renewal of recurring contracts within the agency. Contracts will be renewed yearly without a lapse in service. Reviews contracts and bids/solicitations for the purchasing office located at Camp Blanding Joint Training Center.
Prepare formal Invitations to Bid, Requests for Proposal and Invitations to Negotiate and advertise on the Vendor Bid System for items totaling in excess of $25,000.