Grant Contracts Coordinator

Why live in Helena, Montana?

• Helena is surrounded by rolling hills and lofty mountains and is tucked below the Continental Divide.

• It is a relatively quiet place to call home where small-town living collides with outdoor adventure.

• Helena has a rich history and was originally founded as a gold camp during the Montana gold rush.

Why should you keep reading and consider working here?

The Montana Board of Crime Control’s (MBCC) mission is to proactively contribute to public safety, crime prevention and victim assistance through planning, policy development and coordination of the justice system in partnership with citizens, government and communities in Montana.  In support of this mission, MBCC is comprised of twenty-two dedicated employees possessing a shared vision of public service for Montana’s most vulnerable citizens

What is this career opportunity?

Job Overview\:

The Grants Coordinator position provides program oversight, technical assistance, and monitoring of subgrants and program evaluation for federal and state grants. Monitoring requires travel across the state to visit subgrantee programs.  Travel may also include annual, out of state, federally required training and/or conferences. The position does not supervise other staff.

This position, along with the Grant Program Team, is responsible for all grant management tasks.  This includes applying for federal grants on behalf of MBCC, requesting grant changes and extensions, reviewing subgrantee applications, and being the subject matter expert on each grant assigned to them.  Grant team members work closely with the Fiscal Services Section to ensure compliance with financial requirements of the grants.

Minimum Qualifications\:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, accounting, finance, economics, or a related field.

• Two years of directly related work experience.

• Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted.

The above knowledge, skills and abilities are usually acquired through a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or closely related field, and job-related work experience.   Job related experience includes program development and planning, research, grant administration, program management or other appropriate field that includes administrative experience.

Preferred Qualifications\:

• Grant management experience

• Grant Writing

• Extensive knowledge of program development and design techniques, strategic planning, and new program implementation.

• Communication skills, customer service experience, conveying technical information

• Knowledge of how to analyze and use standardized definitions and rules from a federal agency using federal, state and agency regulations and policies.

• Knowledge of training techniques, information dissemination, as well as public speaking and presentations.  

• Considerable knowledge of data collection and analysis.   

Must have the technical and interpersonal skills to analyze complex statistical and narrative information; to recognize emerging issues, anticipate their impacts on state and local justice systems; to effectively communicate both orally and in writing to diverse groups; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with grantees, social service agencies, local law enforcement, county attorneys and the general public.

Does this sound like you?

Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume and cover letter. (Please Note\: You do not need to complete the “work experience” or the “education & certifications” portion of the application process in our recruiting system.  You only need to upload the requested documentation.)

What can you expect from us in return for your hard work?

ØLook here to see the additional benefits!  They include\:

oWork/life Balance

oHealth Coverage

oRetirement plans

oPaid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays

oAnd more…

ØPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.

The Department of Administration participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.  After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification.   For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https\://www.e-verify.gov/.

Other important information to be aware of.

·This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check.

·Only online applications are accepted.  By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.