Federal Grants - Grant Manager - Federal Aid Administrator II
State of Nebraska

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Hiring Agency:
Crime Commission - Agency 78

Location:
Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:
$22.853

Job Posting:
JR2024-00007982 Federal Grants - Grant Manager - Federal Aid Administrator II (Open)

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Job Description:
This position is responsible for administrative and programmatic oversight of the federal grant programs available to the Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice. Funding will be provided through the US Department of Justice, the Bureau of Justice Assistance, and other federal partners. These grants are an important source of funding for state and local stakeholders engaged in programs targeting law enforcement initiatives, domestic violence, crime victims, juveniles, and other criminal justice concepts. This position will be responsible for grant management activities with stakeholders and will serve as the direct point of contact with federal and state grant authorities. This position will assist the Federal Grant Program Administrator with fiscal management of grant funds.

Look at what we have to offer!

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment

At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

Job duties

- Plan and participate in various phases of the grant management process, such as the application, monitoring, and budgeting of funds to ensure rules and regulations are complied with.

- Provide technical assistance to other agency staff in proposing projects and developing legal and financial support documents to ensure guidelines and deadlines are met.

- Review statutes rules and regulations associated with agency projects to determine their application to fiscal and grants management practices.

- Plans audit procedures and reviews budgets to ensure the efficient use of funds.

- Assists grant recipients with information regarding various federally funded activities and in writing extensive activity and progress reports.

- Monitors payments to grant providers/recipients to ensure the proper allocation/distribution of funds.

- Assist with the development of contracts and other mechanisms used by project managers to manage state and federal funds.

- Participates in site reviews to examine compliance with appropriate statutes, rules and regulations.

- Prepares special reports as requested by agency management to monitor grants and to examine compliance with appropriate statutes, rules, and regulations.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or other appropriate curriculum, plus two years of significantly related work experience, or a combination of education and experience equivalent to the above requirements. Experience can be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: Four years experience in grant management, contract administration, accounting, budgeting, OR other fiscal related areas of work. Additional years of experience in the area listed may substitute for the required education, on a year-for-year basis.

Other: This position requires travel. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver's license or another form of reliable transportation.

Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Knowledge: of state and federal statutes and legislation regarding aid administration; agency and state fiscal policies, rules, and regulations; State Accounting System.

- Skill in: quantitative and analytical review; planning and organizing.

- Ability to: analyze financial transactions; work independently, with little supervision; work efficiently and effectively with staff in other divisions and agencies; complete accurate reports.


Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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