Grants Coordinator 2 [HYBRID ELIGIBLE]

What You'll Do:

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol

Report In Location - 1970 W Broad Street, Columbus 43223

[CURRENTLY HYBRID ELIGIBLE] Within a 2 week period, will report to the office 5 days and then telework the other 5 days. Subject to change.

Monitor agency participation in grant programs or monitor endowment of funds to qualified participants for adherence to contract &/or program rules & regulations:

• Coordinates & monitors the Ohio State Highway Patrol's (OSHP) Grants Program; Researches grant opportunities & writes detailed project proposals for submission to granting agency; Monitors applications through approval process; Negotiates final contract with granting agency;
• Serves as primary contact for organizations receiving &/or requesting grants administered by OSHP; Provides technical assistance &/or guidance;
• Informs potential applicants about various programs & eligibility requirements; Assists applicants with developing grant program goals & objectives; Outlines policies & procedures relative to the use of grant funds;
• Establishes the fiscal monitoring of approved grants to ensure quality assurance throughout all processes by reviewing available funds in compliance with state & federal procedures;
• Conducts training on regulations, requirements, application procedures, &/or project administration;
• Monitors & tracks grant expenditures; Prepares activity reports &/or billings;
• Maintains all required records for grant compliance;
• Assists in the development of policies & procedures relative to grants administration that align with state & federal guidelines;
• Responds to inquiries from constituents, government officials & other external individuals;
• Assists fiscal personnel with forfeiture funds;
• Performs other related duties as assigned (e.g., special projects, training, administrative duties, assists with accounts receivable &/or accounts payable functions, etc.).

What's in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period . Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Qualifications

3 courses or 9 mos. exp. in contract & grant preparation;

AND 3 courses or 9 mos. exp. in accounting;

AND 3 mos. trg. or 3 mos. exp. in public relations.

-Or 6 mos. exp. as Grants Coordinator 1, 63161.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

JOB SKILLS

Technical Skills: Grants Administration, Accounting & Finance, Budgeting, Policy Direction, Training

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Leading Others, Managing Meetings, Responsiveness