Grants Specialist III (SR-22)

County Of Maui•Maui County (various), HI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Serves as a staff specialist and primary liaison with other organizations, departments, and agencies in an assigned functional area; participates in the development and evaluation of projects funded by grants; and performs other related duties as required. This role is distinguished from the Grants Specialist II by its responsibility for serving as a staff specialist and primary liaison with other organizations, departments, and agencies in an assigned functional area.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in public or business administration, political science, sociology, or a related field
Three (3) years of professional administrative or analytical work experience which shall have involved monitoring, evaluating, and/or administering grants
Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3)
Knowledge of principles, methods and techniques that apply to grants proposal writing, applications, and administration
Knowledge of Federal, State and county laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures governing grant programs and/or projects
Knowledge of interviewing techniques and principles
Knowledge of basic government organization and functions
Knowledge of sources of information concerning the granting of public funds
Knowledge of community resources and their utilization
Knowledge of statutory, regulatory, and participatory requirements associated with grants
Knowledge of report writing
Knowledge of public relations
Knowledge of research methods
Knowledge of use of standard office machines and equipment, including personal computers, peripheral equipment, and software applications
Ability to coordinate the activities of a grant program
Ability to collect, evaluate and interpret facts
Ability to read, comprehend, interpret, and apply complex rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Ability to perform accurate, detailed analysis of records
Ability to secure the confidence and cooperation of others
Ability to understand the principles, methods and techniques of programs within the County of Maui
Ability to express ideas logically, both orally and in writing
Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with other employees, operating officials, program participants, and the general public
Ability to supervise others
Ability to operate a personal computer using a variety of software applications

Responsibilities

Serves as a staff specialist in an assigned functional area
Independently identifies, researches, evaluates, prepares, and submits grant applications for programs and/or projects which support and enhance departmental and countywide goals
Conducts special studies and develops new or improved programs in an assigned functional area
Reviews program and/or project activities to ensure that goals and objectives are met and in order to make recommendations for changes as necessary
Conducts program and financial monitoring of grant recipients, including the detailed or general verification, examination and appraisal of accounts and related files
Examines for adherence to the requirements of the grant agreement and the laws, ordinances and regulations governing grants management and financial transactions
Reviews the adequacy of financial and program and/or project accounting systems used to reflect effectiveness of programs and/or projects as well as actual financial status and activity
Prepares detailed audit reports, including recommendation for new or revised program goals, procedures or accounting methods to correct deficiencies
Reviews grant applications, reimbursement and/or cash advance requests and quarterly financial and narrative reports for accuracy and completeness, and determines and conducts necessary follow-up investigations
Executes grant agreements and contracts
Assists in the preparation of quarterly and annual reports to the Director and County Council
Reviews and prepares for payment for all reimbursement and cash advance requests
Prepares and maintains grant agreement files
May supervise subordinate specialists and other employees
Performs other related duties as required