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Harford County•Bel Air, MD

9d•$55,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Grants Specialist is responsible for overseeing initiatives that strengthen families, support youth, and provide resources for citizens. This role coordinates the development, submission, review, approval, and monitoring of Federal, State, local, and private grants in support of the Department of Housing and Community Services programs and services. The position combines grant administration with program management responsibilities, including oversight of staff, vendors, and community partnerships; budget and program monitoring; policy and procedure development; data tracking and reporting; and coordination with County agencies, State officials, schools, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and the public to advance departmental strategic goals.

Requirements

2 years of related experience in grant administration, program management, project management, community initiatives, or a related field.
1 year experience supervising or managing teams.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Project Management, Public Administration, Human Services, or a related field.
Knowledge of grant administration, applicable local, state, and federal regulations, and program compliance requirements.
Knowledge of County resources, community partners, program, budget, vendor, and contract management practices.
Strong grant writing, reporting, research, evaluation, and data analysis skills.
Ability to plan, coordinate, budget, and manage multiple programs, projects, initiatives, and events simultaneously.
Ability to develop and implement policies, procedures, standards, and strategic recommendations.
Ability to supervise staff, lead teams, and build effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, public speaking, and written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, manage competing priorities, adapt to change, and work independently with attention to detail.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to meet physical demands of the position, including sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and driving as needed.
Must comply with all Federal (OSHA), State of Maryland (MOSH), safety regulations and applicable Harford County safety policies, procedures, or manual as required for this position.

Nice To Haves

Equivalent education or experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Oversee programs and initiatives that strengthen families, support youth, and provide resources for citizens of all ages and abilities.
Research, prepare, submit, and monitor federal, state, local, and private grants, including financial, outcome, and compliance reporting.
Manage program operations, budgets, records, and performance data to ensure accountability, accuracy, and effective service delivery.
Supervise staff and oversee vendors, contractors, and partner agencies involved in departmental programs and projects.
Build and maintain partnerships with County, State, Federal, nonprofit, school, business, and community stakeholders.
Coordinate internal and external resources to support project planning, implementation, and completion.
Prepare reports, presentations, and talking points, and respond to public and stakeholder inquiries.
Perform special assignments and other duties as assigned.