North Slope Borough, AK
Grant Writer/Administrator III
North Slope Borough, AK, Anchorage, Alaska, United States, 99507
Salary:
$3,426.45 Biweekly
Location :
Barrow, AK
Job Type:
Full time
Job Number:
02-24-011
Department:
Finance
Division:
Grants
Opening Date:
07/29/2024
Closing Date:
8/9/2024 5:00 PM Alaska
Summary or Purpose
Researches grant opportunities and write proposals for funding; coordinates and administers grants and contracts. Guides lower level Grants Administrators.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Supervise and train assigned Project Specialists, Grant Writer/Administrator I & II's.
Administers multi-year and complex grant programs.
Researches and identifies grant opportunities that meet the borough needs and are consistent with the borough's mission, goals and strategic plan.
Writes grant proposals; collects and develops supporting data and documentation to enhance the grant process; facilitates the application process as needed.
Monitor fiscal and programmatic compliance of grant or contract language against federal and state regulations.
Performs document analysis to assure budgetary and program compliance with grant agreement.
Researches, acquires and maintains current and historical borough, state and national statistics and resource information to support individual program needs.
Coordinates and administers grant programs with program managers, including policy and program development, funding recommendation, grant application analysis, contract development and monitoring, jurisdictional coordination and providing technical assistance to agencies as needed.
Monitor grant financial requirements, coordinates communications and assures fiscal compliance with funding agency.
Implement administrative controls to comply with federal and state audits.
Monitor federal and state legislative trends and issues that affect municipal funding and grant programs.
May prepare, review and process contracts, leases and Memorandum of Agreement's (MOA), as well as other department specific related functions.
Clarifies and reconciles program issues; coordinates information & assures effective communications between departments.
Support the daily activities of the Grants Division staff through appropriate delegation, technical skills and work supervision.
May be required to travel.
May serve as representative of the North Slope Borough on local, state or federal workgroups, committees, councils or taskforces.
Coordinate with Grants Manager, borough departments & administration to implement borough-funding strategies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of borough policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the principles of grant fund record keeping and records management.
Skill in reading, interpreting, understanding and applying grant fund accounting standards and procedures, applicable federal and state rules and regulations and borough policies and procedures.
Skill in supervision, coordinating staff and delegating tasks and authority.
Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required
Associates Degree or equivalent college credits
MCI or Equivalent Approved Grant Program Certification;
Three years grant management/writing experience;
Three years experience with federal, state and North Slope Borough laws, regulations and procedures;
Three years work related internet research experience;
Three years experience with OMB Circulars Federal Register and/or state grant regulations;
Three years work experience with PC using common software applications including Word, Excel & Powerpoint;
Two years accounting/budget experience;
Two years supervisory experience;
One year experience in public speaking or training.
THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.
This Job Description reflects North Slope Borough's best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract.
The North Slope Borough offers the following benefit packages to all permanent full time and permanent part time employees who work at least 15 hours a week.
Health care is provided at no cost to the employee (no premiums). Our Health Care package covers major medical, preventive care, vision, dental and prescription drug benefits.
Benefits do not apply to temporary employees.
01
This position is NON-Rotational. Housing is NOT provided. Therefore, due to extreme weather conditions in the arctic and for your safety, housing accommodations must be located and pre-arranged by the applicant prior to the start of employment. The applicant must pay for housing; it is not provided by the NSB. Please note: The Borough is currently experiencing a housing shortage. Due to the remote setting, applicants are urged to consider this factor prior to submitting an application.Do you certify that you understand the above information?
YesNo
02
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview.By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.
Yes, I understand and agreeNo, I do not agree
03
Which best describes your level of education?
Some high schoolHigh school diploma or GEDSome collegeAssociate's degreeBachelor's degreeMaster's degreeDoctorate
04
Do you have an Associate's Degree or equivalent credit hours?
YesNo
05
Do you have a MCI or Equivalent Approved Grant Program Certification?
YesNo
06
How many years of grant management/writing experience do you have?
No experienceLess than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years less to than 5 years5 years or more
07
If you have at least three years of grant management/writing experience, describe how you meet this qualification, and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the work experience.
08
How many years of PC experience using common software application do you have?
No experienceLess than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
09
If you do have at least three years of work experience with a PC utilizing common software applications, describe how you meet the qualification and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the experience.
10
How many years of supervisory work experience do you have?
No experienceLess than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
11
If you do have at least two years of supervisory work experience, describe how you meet this qualification, and list the position(s) you held, company, dates of employment, and number of employees supervised.
12
How many years of work experience with Federal, State and/or municipal laws, regulations and procedures do you have?
No experienceLess than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
13
If you do have at least three years of work experience with Federal, State and/or municipal laws, regulations and procedures, describe how you meet the qualification and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the work experience.
14
How many years of work related internet research do you have?
No experienceLess than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
15
If you have at least three years work related internet research, describe how you meet this qualification, and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the work experience.
16
How many years of experience with OMB Circulars, state grant requirements and/or Federal Register do you have?
No experienceLess than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
17
If you have three year experience with OMB Circulars, State grant requirements and/or Federal Register, describe how you meet this qualification, and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the work experience.
18
How many years of public speaking experience or training do you have?
No experienceLess than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
19
If you have one year of public speaking experience or training, describe how you meet this qualification, and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the work experience.
20
How many years of accounting, budget or related experience do you have?
No experienceLess than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
21
If you have at least two years of accounting/budget experience, describe how you meet this qualification, and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the experience.
22
To comply with the Borough's nepotism law (NSBMC Sec. 2.20.170 and 2.20.290), the North Slope Borough must collect the following information. Are you related by blood or marriage to the Department Director Beverly Eliason or supervisor Rosanna Lemen for this position?
YesNo
23
If "Yes", please check boxes below that apply:
FatherFather-in-LawStep-FatherMotherMother-in-LawStep-MotherBrotherBrother-in-LawStep-BrotherSisterSister-in-LawStep-SisterSonSon-in-LawStep-SonDaughterDaughter-in-LawStep-DaughterWifeHusband
24
Do you currently live in the same residence as the Department Director Beverly Eliason and supervisor Rosanna Lemen of this position?
YesNo
25
If you checked "Yes", please check the appropriate boxes below:I am currently living in the same residence as the:
Department DirectorImmediate Supervisor
Required Question
$3,426.45 Biweekly
Location :
Barrow, AK
Job Type:
Full time
Job Number:
02-24-011
Department:
Finance
Division:
Grants
Opening Date:
07/29/2024
Closing Date:
8/9/2024 5:00 PM Alaska
Summary or Purpose
Researches grant opportunities and write proposals for funding; coordinates and administers grants and contracts. Guides lower level Grants Administrators.Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Supervise and train assigned Project Specialists, Grant Writer/Administrator I & II's.
Administers multi-year and complex grant programs.
Researches and identifies grant opportunities that meet the borough needs and are consistent with the borough's mission, goals and strategic plan.
Writes grant proposals; collects and develops supporting data and documentation to enhance the grant process; facilitates the application process as needed.
Monitor fiscal and programmatic compliance of grant or contract language against federal and state regulations.
Performs document analysis to assure budgetary and program compliance with grant agreement.
Researches, acquires and maintains current and historical borough, state and national statistics and resource information to support individual program needs.
Coordinates and administers grant programs with program managers, including policy and program development, funding recommendation, grant application analysis, contract development and monitoring, jurisdictional coordination and providing technical assistance to agencies as needed.
Monitor grant financial requirements, coordinates communications and assures fiscal compliance with funding agency.
Implement administrative controls to comply with federal and state audits.
Monitor federal and state legislative trends and issues that affect municipal funding and grant programs.
May prepare, review and process contracts, leases and Memorandum of Agreement's (MOA), as well as other department specific related functions.
Clarifies and reconciles program issues; coordinates information & assures effective communications between departments.
Support the daily activities of the Grants Division staff through appropriate delegation, technical skills and work supervision.
May be required to travel.
May serve as representative of the North Slope Borough on local, state or federal workgroups, committees, councils or taskforces.
Coordinate with Grants Manager, borough departments & administration to implement borough-funding strategies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of borough policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the principles of grant fund record keeping and records management.
Skill in reading, interpreting, understanding and applying grant fund accounting standards and procedures, applicable federal and state rules and regulations and borough policies and procedures.
Skill in supervision, coordinating staff and delegating tasks and authority.
Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required
Associates Degree or equivalent college credits
MCI or Equivalent Approved Grant Program Certification;
Three years grant management/writing experience;
Three years experience with federal, state and North Slope Borough laws, regulations and procedures;
Three years work related internet research experience;
Three years experience with OMB Circulars Federal Register and/or state grant regulations;
Three years work experience with PC using common software applications including Word, Excel & Powerpoint;
Two years accounting/budget experience;
Two years supervisory experience;
One year experience in public speaking or training.
THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.
This Job Description reflects North Slope Borough's best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract.
The North Slope Borough offers the following benefit packages to all permanent full time and permanent part time employees who work at least 15 hours a week.
Health care is provided at no cost to the employee (no premiums). Our Health Care package covers major medical, preventive care, vision, dental and prescription drug benefits.
Benefits do not apply to temporary employees.
01
This position is NON-Rotational. Housing is NOT provided. Therefore, due to extreme weather conditions in the arctic and for your safety, housing accommodations must be located and pre-arranged by the applicant prior to the start of employment. The applicant must pay for housing; it is not provided by the NSB. Please note: The Borough is currently experiencing a housing shortage. Due to the remote setting, applicants are urged to consider this factor prior to submitting an application.Do you certify that you understand the above information?
YesNo
02
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview.By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to the questions.
Yes, I understand and agreeNo, I do not agree
03
Which best describes your level of education?
Some high schoolHigh school diploma or GEDSome collegeAssociate's degreeBachelor's degreeMaster's degreeDoctorate
04
Do you have an Associate's Degree or equivalent credit hours?
YesNo
05
Do you have a MCI or Equivalent Approved Grant Program Certification?
YesNo
06
How many years of grant management/writing experience do you have?
No experienceLess than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years less to than 5 years5 years or more
07
If you have at least three years of grant management/writing experience, describe how you meet this qualification, and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the work experience.
08
How many years of PC experience using common software application do you have?
No experienceLess than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
09
If you do have at least three years of work experience with a PC utilizing common software applications, describe how you meet the qualification and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the experience.
10
How many years of supervisory work experience do you have?
No experienceLess than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
11
If you do have at least two years of supervisory work experience, describe how you meet this qualification, and list the position(s) you held, company, dates of employment, and number of employees supervised.
12
How many years of work experience with Federal, State and/or municipal laws, regulations and procedures do you have?
No experienceLess than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
13
If you do have at least three years of work experience with Federal, State and/or municipal laws, regulations and procedures, describe how you meet the qualification and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the work experience.
14
How many years of work related internet research do you have?
No experienceLess than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
15
If you have at least three years work related internet research, describe how you meet this qualification, and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the work experience.
16
How many years of experience with OMB Circulars, state grant requirements and/or Federal Register do you have?
No experienceLess than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
17
If you have three year experience with OMB Circulars, State grant requirements and/or Federal Register, describe how you meet this qualification, and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the work experience.
18
How many years of public speaking experience or training do you have?
No experienceLess than 1 year1 year to less than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
19
If you have one year of public speaking experience or training, describe how you meet this qualification, and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the work experience.
20
How many years of accounting, budget or related experience do you have?
No experienceLess than 2 years2 years to less than 3 years3 years to less than 4 years4 years to less than 5 years5 years or more
21
If you have at least two years of accounting/budget experience, describe how you meet this qualification, and list the position(s) you held, company, and dates of employment where you gained the experience.
22
To comply with the Borough's nepotism law (NSBMC Sec. 2.20.170 and 2.20.290), the North Slope Borough must collect the following information. Are you related by blood or marriage to the Department Director Beverly Eliason or supervisor Rosanna Lemen for this position?
YesNo
23
If "Yes", please check boxes below that apply:
FatherFather-in-LawStep-FatherMotherMother-in-LawStep-MotherBrotherBrother-in-LawStep-BrotherSisterSister-in-LawStep-SisterSonSon-in-LawStep-SonDaughterDaughter-in-LawStep-DaughterWifeHusband
24
Do you currently live in the same residence as the Department Director Beverly Eliason and supervisor Rosanna Lemen of this position?
YesNo
25
If you checked "Yes", please check the appropriate boxes below:I am currently living in the same residence as the:
Department DirectorImmediate Supervisor
Required Question