Grant Coordinator - State Program Administrator Coordinator Job in St. Paul

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St. Paul, Minnesota (MN) $35.13 - $52.25 / hourly; $73,351 - $109,098 / annually

Employer:	Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development
Job Ref:	75988
Job Type:	Full Time
Salary:	$25,000 - $49,999
Location
City:	St. Paul
State:	Minnesota (MN)
Zip Code:	55102
Description
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development agency. DEED's mission is simple: to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy, for everyone. We are driven to find talented and innovative public servants, motivated by the opportunity to serve businesses, people, and the greater good. At DEED you will join a diverse team, inspired by challenging work and united by shared values that guide our work every day. At DEED we live our values by; focusing on the customer, communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious. DEED is a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon agency and committed to proactively supporting servicemembers, veterans, and military families. DEED offers great employment opportunities with a meaningful mission to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota. Working Title: Grant Coordinator Job Class: State Program Administrator, Coordinator Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 4/26/2024. Date Posted: 04/20/2024 Closing Date: 05/06/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Employ & Econ Development Dept / Employ & Economic Dev-MAPE Division/Unit: Comm Off/Support Branch / CO Grants & Contracts Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift- 8:00am to 4:30pm Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: No Salary Range: $35.13 - $52.25 / hourly; $73,351 - $109,098 / annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional Telework Eligible: Yes, may be eligible to telework up to four (4) days per week. Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans. The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota. Job Summary This position manages the grant contracting operation within DEED in accordance with Minnesota Statutes and applicable Federal Laws. The position also provides policy direction to the department's management, and specific granting instruction and assistance to the indirect and direct grant contracting personnel at DEED relating State laws, the Department of Administration's Office Grant Management policies, MMB and budget encumbrance mandates, and DEED internal policies and procedures. This position requires extensive knowledge of complex granting laws, policies and guidelines outlined by multiple governing bodies for contractual and agreement involving all types of grants and all other contracts assigned. The position plays a vital role for DEED grant coordination, performing contract reviews, provide lead work activities for the unit, establishing agency policies and procedures. This posting may be used to fill multiple positions. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications To receive credit for your education and experience, your resume should clearly describe how you meet each minimum and/or preferred qualification listed, including dates of employment. Four (4) years* of grant and contract management experience involving evaluating, administering, accounting for, training and/or monitoring of grant/grants proposals, grant agreements, or grant recipients for a grant making organization. Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Accounting, Finance or other closely related field as determined by the agency can substitute one (1) year of experience; master's degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience. Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following: Organizational skills to manage, track, and report expenses, financial transactions, and invoices using Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Contracts or project management experience. Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures with the ability to interpret and communicate those to grant recipients. Communication skills to make concise presentations before public and private groups. Knowledge or experience writing policies and procedures. Preferred Qualifications* State and federal grant and contract management experience. Bachelor's degree or higher in Law, Business, Accounting, Finance or other closely related field as determined by the agency. Experience in Statewide accounting systems (SWIFT and OBIEE) or similar software. Knowledge of state budget, federal funding, and procurement procedures. Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures. Additional Requirements This position requires successful completion of the following: Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you. Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education. It includes contact with the applicant's current and/or former employers. A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment. When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license record check will be conducted. Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status). 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 Tim High at tim.high@state.mn.us 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 Tim High at talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us . The Department of Employment and Economic Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply for job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application and search tools, please contact Karen Lilledahl at Karen.Lilledahl@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed. 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 agency's 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) Tuition reimbursement 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, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.