Grants Administrator jobs in Minneapolis, MN

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Job Class: Tribal Nation Contracts and Grants Program Coordinator
Agency: Transportation Department

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 03/30/2024
• Closing Date: 04/05/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE
• Division/Unit: Tribal Affairs / Tribal Affairs
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes
• Salary Range: $35.13 - $52.25 / hourly; $73,351 - $109,098 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
• 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.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and has the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent may be expected to work in the office on occasion, as in once a month for team building and or as needed.

This position will travel throughout Minnesota to Tribal Governmental Meetings.

The purpose of this position is to coordinate the administration of tribal, state and federally funded contracts and provide financial direction, oversight, and reporting to the Office of Tribal Affairs in compliance with tribal, state statutes and federal regulations. It will serve as the Contract and Grant Program Administrator for all programs eligible to tribal partners, including but not limited Local Road Improvement Program, Safe Routes To School, Active Transportation, Ferry Boat Funding, state match funding and other tribal nation contracts. The primary tasks include: (1) manage and perform the processes of Tribal Affairs contracts and grant-making activities and the related financial responsibilities; (2) provide work direction, as lead budget expert, to professional staff (both internally and to tribal government budget professionals); (3) manage the Tribal Affairs Grants/ budget; coordinate the financial data systems processes required for authorizing, approving and encumbering supportive services expenditures; (4) coordinate financial reporting for Tribal Affairs contracts and advise Tribal grants manager on changes with tribal nations financial systems; (5) file and maintain contracts, grants and financial records and data; and (6) other duties as assigned.

It will serve as the tribal affairs expert on MnDOT and tribal contracting, grant making and procurement processes. It is also responsible for developing grant procedures and processes and serving as the Grant Coordinator. It will also provide on-going support for the project management function within Tribal Affairs.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of advanced-professional experience in the following bulleted areas below:

• Experience with MN tribal government functions and operations.
• Experience with state, federal grant rules, regulations, and policies
• Experience with budgeting and allocating funds, grants, writing grants, consulting on grant processes and procedures.
• Experience with contract writing and management.
• Experience analyzing financial/program problems, investigating issues, determining information validity, formulating, and evaluating alternatives.
• Experience leading project teams collaborating with stakeholders to make program recommendations and changes.
• Experience with negotiation and facilitation sufficient to work with Tribal Units of Government and MnDOT managers.
• Valid Driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with tribal nation grants.
• Experience creating training documents related to processes and procedure.

Additional Requirements

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 Stephanie Olson at stephanie.glaser@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 Stephanie Olson at stephanie.glaser@state.mn.us.

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
• Ride the new METRO "Green Line" Light Rail Train to work! The Rice/Capitol Station is located close by.

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.

Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us; or by calling Janet Miller at tel:651/366-4720; or using MN Relay 711.

The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html.