Grants Specialist Senior or Grants Specialist Coordinator

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Working Title: Grants Manager or Grants Coordinator
Job Class: Grants SpecialistSenior or Grants Specialist Coordinator
Agency: Public Safety Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers and DPS employees eligible to bid (permanent, classified employees in the same job and class). Eligible bidders should apply through self-service andconfirm their bid by emailing megan.lund@state.mn.us through 12/19/2023.
• Date Posted : 12/13/2023
• Closing Date : 01/08/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MAPE
• Division/Unit : Office of Justice Programs / OJP Just & Comm Grants
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8 AM - 4:30 PM
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 15%
• Grants Specialist SeniorSalary Range: $28.50 - $41.93 / hourly; $59,508 - $87,549 / annually
• Grants Specialist CoordinatorSalary Range: $31.57 - $46.82 / hourly; $65,918 - $97,760 / annually
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status : Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible : Yes
• 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 announcement will be used to fill multiple vacancies at both the senior and coordinator levels.
The Office of Justice Programs (OJP) at the Department of Public Safety provides leadership and resources to reduce crime, improve the functioning of the criminal justice system, and assist crime victims. The Office of Justice Programs is seeking engaged and innovative individuals to administer state and federal grant programs relating to violence prevention and intervention, youth intervention, criminal justice, and juvenile justice. These positions will manage and monitor state and federally funded grants and provide information, support, training, and technical assistance to grantees.
Key responsibilities of the positions may include, but are not limited to:

• Manage and monitor a portfolio of state and federally funded grants for the Office of Justice Programs.
• Provide comprehensive grant program administration including development of new grant programs or modification of current grant programs and the execution of competitive funding processes.
• Manage federal grant programs.
• Lead special projects for the Office of Justice Programs to improve the efficacy, efficiency, and compliance of OJP grants administration and access to OJP's grant programs.
• In collaboration with the External Relations Unit and Operations Unit, develop and execute community engagement with and training and technical assistance to potential grant applicants, grant applicants, grantees, community groups, and other stakeholders regarding OJP funding opportunities and OJP grants administration.
• Development, implementation, and communication of policies, procedures, and processes related to grants administration for OJP.
• Provide high levels of customer service and technical assistance to grantees and potential grantees.

These positions have the option to telework in Minnesota and bordering states (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin). Further information can be found in the State of Minnesota Telework Policy ( HR/LR Policy #1422 ). The permanent work location for these positions is Town Square Tower located at 445 Minnesota Street, St. Paul, Minnesota. If hired and are teleworking, individuals may be asked to return to the permanent work location for a business need and will be expected to return at the individual's own expense.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

• Grants Specialist Senior : Two (2) years* of professional level work experience with grant/contract administration or with programs related to violence prevention/intervention, youth violence prevention/intervention, criminal justice, juvenile justice, or related field.

• Grants Specialist Coordinator : Three (3) years* professional level work experience with grant/contract administration or with programs related to violence prevention/intervention, youth violence prevention/intervention, criminal justice, juvenile justice, or related field.

*Bachelor's degree in public or non-profit administration, public policy, accounting, planning, political science, criminal justice, community and economic development, or other closely related field as determined by the agency can substitute for one (1) year of experience or master's degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience.
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualifications will be further evaluated on the following for both levels.

• Knowledge of structure and functions of federal, tribal, state, and local units of government.
• Experience with the administration and management of grant agreements, contracts, and/or other types of legal agreements.
• Experience managing multiple tasks, attention to detail, organization, meeting deadlines, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Communication skills sufficient to present complex information in plain language to varied audiences including one-on-one communication, written reports, and presentations.
• Interpersonal skills sufficient to establish collaborative working relationships with colleagues and partners with varied backgrounds and experiences.
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience analyzing, interpreting, and implementing federal and state laws, rules, policies, and procedures related to grant program administration.
• Experience designing and implementing new grant programs or modifying existing grant programs based on federal grant requirements or legislative direction.
• Experience as a federal grant manager and/or managing sub-awards of federal grants.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of project management.
• Experience developing, implementing, and communicating technical documents such as policies, procedures, processes, or training materials.
• Experience with community engagement, training, and/or technical assistance to potential grant applicants, grant applicants, grantees, community groups, and other stakeholders regarding public funding opportunities and public grants administration.

Physical Requirements
Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools. May need to maintain stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, includes the following components:

1. criminal history
2. reference check
3. driver's license check

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 Megan Lund at megan.lund@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 Megan Lund at megan.lund@state.mn.us .
About Public Safety Dept
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a diverse, complex agency dedicated to serving communities across thestate. DPS has 10 public facing and four support divisions with about 2,200dedicatedemployees operating programs statewidethat all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota.
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
The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. 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 provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities throughout the application and interview process.
If you need alternative access to the online applications system, please email the job information line at careers@state.mn.us or call 651-259-3637 .
For accommodations or questions about accessibility specifically relating to this job announcement, please email the Affirmative Action Division at angela.geraghty@state.mn.us or call 651-201-7136 .