Grants Project Manager

City of Hammond, LA • Hammond, LA

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About The Position

Under the direction of and as assigned by the Grants Director, the Project Manager manages small to mid-size grants, projects and programs; assists the Grants Director in the administration of larger grants, projects and programs; and perform other administrative duties as needed.

Requirements

• to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• work cooperatively with others
• manage projects, programs and people professionally, unbiasedly and sensitively
• multitask-prioritizing the most critical and/or time-sensitive work to meet deadlines
• be familiar with budgets and basic accounting procedures
• Must also be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university-preferably with major coursework in Management, Business, Communication, English, or a related field-with management ability, preferably in grant, project or program management; OR an associate's degree from an accredited university-preferably in Management, Business, or a related field-with demonstrable project management ability (via 3 years of work experience), preferably in grant, project, or program management.
• Valid Louisiana driver's license with a good driving record.
• Must be able to walk and climb stairs without assistance and lift up to 40 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding the grant life cycle
• familiarity with construction-related project management or public services benefiting from grants including streets, water, sewer, recreation, and historic preservation.
• Proactive, ambitious, willing to learn, ask questions, problem-solve and work independently after mastering aspects of the job.
• Knowledge of MS Photoshop and MUNIS software by Tyler Technologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage (administer, coordinate and monitor) activities for small to mid-size grants.
• Create, organize, update and close grant files; maintain accurate records and documentation for audits and evaluations.
• Communicate and coordinate with internal departments to gather data and support grant activities.
• Communicate and coordinate as needed with funders, community partners, departments, contracting agencies, vendors, and individuals, including volunteers and beneficiaries.
• Conduct site visits to city properties to inspect, photograph and document grant-funded projects.
• Manage grant project budget including soliciting and summarizing quotes, preparing requisitions, check requests, reimbursement requests and budget amendments; tracking expenditures and revenues; preparing grant project and financial reports; monitoring grant activities to ensure compliance with federal and state grant terms, regulations and deadlines.
• Assist Grants Director with larger grants and pre-award activities including funding research and assembling application attachments.
• May perform other administrative duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees