GRANTS SPECIALIST II - 77072744

State of Florida•TALLAHASSEE, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will assist the Boating Access Grants Section in the administration, management and evaluation of the Florida Boating Improvement Program and any subgrants assigned to the position for the duration and lifecycle of the grant and general duties associated with the programs or directives of the Section. The incumbent must be or become a Florida Certified Contract Manager within six months of hire.

Requirements

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public in a courteous manner.
Ability to use personal computer and experience with working on Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint).
Ability to set up and organize electronic files.
Ability to work independently.
Knowledge of general purchasing, contracts, and agreements
Knowledge of Chapter 287, 2 CFR 200, Florida Statues, and requirements of grants and contracts.
Experience with payment of invoices, general accounting practices, and review and reconciliation of accounts.

Nice To Haves

Must be or become a Florida Certified Contract Manager within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

Assist in the administrative and program review/analysis of grant applications to ensure compliance with federal and state guidelines prior to award.
Provide technical assistance to local governments and other agencies regarding program requirements.
Write grant transmittal letters, agreements, amendments and route to the directed division and agency offices.
Create and maintain electronic grant files as well as maintain grant database records.
Review and process financial reimbursement requests submitted by grant recipients.
Ensures compliance with annual audit requirements.
Review quarterly and annual programmatic progress reports to ensure compliance with reporting requirements and program performance measures.
Perform on-site and desk programmatic, administrative, and financial monitoring of projects to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local policies, procedures, and Program objectives established in approved grant applications.
Assist in the completion of the Boating Access portion of the annual Recreational Boating Safety Report.
Participate in conferences, workshops, seminars, and training activities.
Performs other grant program duties and responsibilities as required.