Grants Specialist Intermediate

State of Minnesota | Saint Paul | www.jobvertise.com |
Come help the Department of Corrections transform lives for a safer Minnesota! Each day when you come to work for the Department of Corrections, you have the opportunity to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota.

Job Details

Working Title: Grants Specialist Intermediate
Job Class: Grants Specialist Intermediate
Agency: Corrections Dept
 •  Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
 •  Date Posted: 12/22/2023
 •  Closing Date: 12/29/2023
 •  Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Corrections Dept / Corr-Ctl Off-Comm Svc-MAPE
 •  Division/Unit: Corrections - Central Office / DOC Financial Svs Director
 •  Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
 •  Days of Work: Monday - Friday
 •  Travel Required: No
 •  Salary Range: $25.79
 •  $37.65 / hourly; $53,849
 •  $78,613 / annually
 •  Classified Status: Classified
 •  Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
 •  FLSA Status: Nonexempt
 •  Telework Eligible: Yes
 •  Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work youll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Job Summary

The Department of Corrections is looking for a Grant Specialist to join the Budgets, Reporting, and Grants Unit. The purpose of this position is to ensure financial and programmatic development and accountability of incoming grants received by the Department of Corrections (DOC).
This position is responsible for providing direction and technical advice and assistance at all levels of the DOC related to grants and monitoring program and financial compliance of DOC grantees. This position also provides professional budget and accounting support to department managers and supervisors.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

To be qualified for and considered for this position, ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

 •  Two (2) years of professional level experience in grants administration or closely related field with primary responsibility being to analyze, process, and monitor assigned grants to ensure compliance with administrative process.
 •  A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
 •  Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
 •  Ability to multi-task and work under timeline constraints
 •  Skill in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:

 •  Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field
 •  Knowledge of correctional program and/or grants
 •  Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to federal and state grants
 •  Experience with grant applications (grants.gov, SERVS, MEGS, and/or eGrants)
 •  Experience with SWIFT or other large enterprise accounting system
 •  Experience reading and understanding financial reports

Physical Requirements

The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position and may be required to complete a tuberculosis screening prior to hire. For a copy of the PDA, please email Ali Baumgart at alicia.baumgart@state.mn.us

Additional Requirements

The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections policy.
Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.

Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.

New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.

Application Details

How to Apply

Select Apply for Job at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Alicia Baumgart at alicia.baumgart@state.mn.us or 651-361-7307.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Alicia Baumgart at alicia.baumgart@state.mn.us.

About Corrections Dept

Go from a job to a meaningful career with the Minnesota Department of Corrections where we work to transform lives for a safer Minnesota! We hold people responsible for the offenses they commit while giving them the tools they need to succeed as they transition back to our communities.
These people may be incarcerated in our correctional facilities or be under our supervision in the community. No matter a persons custody status, our mindset is the same: a persons path to rejoining the community starts on the day they begin serving their sentence.
Become part of this mindset by joining our team! With the DOC you will find many promotional opportunities, great State of Minnesota benefits, competitive pay, free parking, and workout facilities at most locations.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

 •  95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agencys mission
 •  91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
 •  88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
 •  87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

 •  Public pension plan
 •  Training and professional development
 •  Paid vacation and sick leave
 •  11 paid holidays each year
 •  Paid parental leave
 •  Low-cost medical and dental coverage
 •  Prescription drug coverage
 •  Vision coverage
 •  Wellness programs and resources
 •  Employer paid life insurance
 •  Short-term and long-term disability
 •  Health care spending and savings accounts
 •  Dependent care spending account
 •  Tax-deferred compensation
 •  Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
 •  Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individu
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