Grants Compliance Administrator

NORFOLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE POSTING DATE : July 17, 2024 POSITION TITLE : Grants Compliance Administrator STATUS : Non-Union SALARY : $65,000-$80,000 HOURS : 40 Hours SUMMARY : Oversees the full cycle grant process for all NCSO departments.

Responsible for administrating the research, identification of funding opportunities to support administration initiatives and department services, programs, and projects;

writes, prepares, and submits grant applications, tracks applications and awards. This position reports directly to the Sheriff or their designee.

STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBLITIES : (The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Collaborates with members of the executive team and fiscal staff in the execution of grant activities to determine funding needs, identify potential funding sources, prepare and / or review grant applications and develop budgets / budget narratives.

Meets with subject matter experts to develop applications in accordance with funding requirements. Communicates with department managers or their designees to review financial and programmatic terms and conditions necessary to meet grant requirements.

Provides timely advice and information on funding opportunities, requirements and procedures, collaborates in defining and implementing project funding strategies, acts as liaison with funding entities, prepares applications for submittal and prepares quarterly or annual reports as required by granting agencies.

Identifies and evaluates grant opportunities that are available from state, federal, local, and private resources and provides recommendations to the Sheriff or their designee to assess whether to move forward with an application.

Preparation of state, federal, and private grant applications; assists with implementation and administration of grants and grant reporting.

Oversees the full cycle grant process including development of timelines, tracking progress in preparation and submission of grant applications, and reviews revenues, expenditures and project status to ensure proper expenditures are made.

Maintains the NCSO applicant status in government systems, e.g., grants.gov / SAM; maintains grant application files and tracks grant application activities.

Work is performed in accordance with accepted practices and procedures in the field of grant writing, with latitude for the exercise of independent professional judgement within the framework of NCSO policy.

Attends grant workshops for prospective grant opportunities. Duties are performed under the direction of the Sheriff or their designee with review through reports and regular status updates.

The Sheriff of Norfolk County reserves the right to add or delete from these responsibilities.) (cont.) QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS : Requires a minimum of an Associate’s degree in business or public administration or post-high school training / certification with a minimum three years’ experience in public or private sector.

Requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in contract or grants management / administration. Knowledge of principals and procedures involved in writing grant proposals and processing grant applications.

Familiarity with foundations, corporations, public, private and governmental entities that customarily offer grant opportunities.

Excellent writing skills with demonstrated skills in composing, editing, and proofreading professional documents. Experience in interviewing, researching and compiling information from many sources.

• Advanced computer skills including working with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook and Adobe. Ability to work with mathematical concepts and to develop project budgets;
• expertize in manipulating, analyzing and interpreting data to build a case. Ability to perform administrative functions such as filing, photocopying, and database management;
• and Must possess a valid driver’s license. JOB ENVIRONMENT : Work is performed under typical office conditions; the noise level is moderate;

occasionally may be required to work outside of normal business hours in response to emergency situations outside of normal working hours or for special events.

Operates computer, printer, video display terminal, recording equipment, telephone, copier, facsimile machine, and all other standard office equipment.

Makes frequent contact other departments and the public at large; communicates in person, by telephone and via direct message.

Contacts may require persuasiveness and resourcefulness. Has access to high level confidential information which requires the application of appropriate judgment, discretion and professional office protocols.

Employee has frequent contact with the general public, other NSCO departments and officials, State and Federal agencies.

Contacts are in person, by telephone, and by email and involve an information exchange dialogue. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND JOB CHARACTERISTICS : Communication skills Constant business contact with people Frequent communication of data Occasional direction, control and planning activity Occasional influencing people about ideas or things Frequent making generalizations, evaluations or decisions based on measurable or verifiable criteria (cont.

Frequent dealing with people beyond giving and receiving instructions Frequent performing repetitive or similar work Occasional performing under stress Constant precise attainment of set standards and / or policies Seldom noise Seldom slippery floor hazard Frequent sitting Occasional standing Occasional walking Seldom kneeling Seldom crouching / stooping Seldom squatting Seldom lifting (max.

40 lbs.) Seldom carrying (max. 40 lbs.) Seldom pushing Seldom pulling Seldom reaching Occasional handling Seldom feeling Specifics (i.

e. distance, length of time, height, force, manipulation, sensitivity) will be provided upon request Limited supervision (must be highly autonomous;

show much independence) Variably-paced HOURS : 40 hours per week. These hours may vary according to the needs of the Correctional Center and may be set by the Sheriff or his designee.

LOCATION : Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office 200 West Street Dedham, MA 02026 The Norfolk Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates will be given equal opportunity for employment regardless of gender, race, creed, disability, color, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, genetic information, or political or union affiliation.

The Norfolk Sheriff's Office will conform to all applicable laws and regulations related to Equal Opportunity Employment.

Our agency shall ensure that all employee candidates are selected based on organizational need and the ability of the employee candidate to perform the required job functions with or without accommodations. Powered by JazzHR