Grant Contract Administrator
Grant Contract Administrator
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Job Description
Posting Date
09/05/25Application Deadline
09/08/25Pay Range
Anticipated Hiring Range $55000 - $72500 annuallyFull Pay Range $55000 - $85500 annually
Salary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type
Contractor with BenefitsDepartment
Public HealthAbout the Position
Are you looking for a position that values your attention to detail supports your professional growth and allows you to be part of a team making a real difference in public health Your skills and work ethic may be a great fit for the Grant Contract Administrator role with the Maricopa County Department of Public Health!
In this role youll help ensure that Public Healths grants and contracts are processed accurately and in compliance with all applicable regulations. Youll support both internal and external teams with proposal development provide guidance during the grant application process and serve as a key point of contact for agreements requiring Board of Supervisors approval. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in public service and gain valuable experience in a supportive and collaborative environment.
***Please note this is a contract position that is grant-funded until December 2026
About Us
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation sick time and parental leave
Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
One year of experience in the preparation writing and negotiation of contract documents and/or experience managing and developing federal state or private grant proposals
Bachelors degree in business administration public administration public health social sciences or a related field
A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications
We Also Value
Masters degree in business administration public administration public health social sciences or a related field
Two or more years of experience in the preparation writing and negotiation of contract documents and/or experience managing and developing federal state or private grant proposals
Experience working with the following Maricopa County systems: Board of Supervisors Agenda Management System (Hyland) Advantage Financial System OnBase and Business Objects
Experience uploading/reporting in NACCHO HRSA EHB ELCCamp GrantSolutions
Job Contributions
Ensure all grants grant-related contracts and other grant-related agreements within the Public Health Department are processed correctly and in a timely manner according to established procedures
Ensure all aforementioned documents are processed in compliance with applicable rules and regulations (e.g. federal regulations OMB circulars state statutes County policies and the Maricopa County Procurement Code)
Develop and maintain grant and contract documentation including preparing required forms and performing financial system transactions for agreement establishment renewal and close-out
Participate in grant-related contract negotiations and communicate with internal and external stakeholders
Meet monthly with assigned Public Health programs
Collaborate with internal program staff other County departments and external partners to draft and review documents submitted to the Hyland System for Board of Supervisors approval. These may include IGAs MOUs PAs BAAs AAs IDAs and NOAs
Provide technical assistance and training to internal and external teams regarding the grant application process and proposal development
Research and share potential funding opportunities with program staff and leadership
Work with the departments Finance Office to confirm all program expenditures are accurate allowable and within budget
Prepare and submit grant-related forms as required by funding agencies
Support audit preparation and respond to information requests from internal and external auditors
Present project status or documentation to Administrators up to 56 levels above this position on a regular basis
Working Conditions
Within one month of hire all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles mumps rubella) Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria) Varicella (chickenpox) and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test
This position primarily works in an office setting with a telework option after the first 90 days of employment
Must be able to participate in emergency response training as scheduled and be available to respond as directed in the event of a public health emergency
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
