Grant Specialist
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5 days ago
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Job Summary
SALEM CITY SCHOOLS IS SEARCHING FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS FOR THE POSITION OF FULL-TIME GRANT SPECIALIST. THIS IS A 12-MONTH POSITION. Salary dependson experience.
GRANT SPECIALIST 4.02
GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK:
Performs intermediate to advanced skilled bookkeeping and responsible administrative work performing a variety of typing data entry and general office assistance tasks; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. This is a non-exempt position as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act.
This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects and some light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally up to 10 pounds of force frequently and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires reaching standing fingering grasping and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception color perception preparing and analyzing written or computer data visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts operation of machines determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:
Monitoring and evaluating all aspects of grant-funded programs and projects; word processing and data processing duties; preparing maintaining and receiving records and files; performs related duties applicable to the Directorate. Grant Specialists also..
- Oversees and ensures compliance with grant regulations assurances and certifications;
- Advises other grantees in the administration of grant funds;
- Assists in purchasing and procurement;
- Performs financial oversight of assigned federal and state grants including spending and assisting in accurate and timely reimbursements;
- Types general correspondence memorandum reports schedules official notices and other materials from rough draft copy marginal notes or verbal instruction;
- Checks and reviews a variety of data for accuracy completeness and conformance to standards;
- Prepares purchase orders and invoices maintains account records and spreadsheets;
- Prepares various schedules reports and forms;
- Records professional leave activities;
- Prepares requests for payment for extra services;
- Assists with budget preparation fixed asset inventory and insurance;
- Maintains records and generates reports pertaining to department program or specialized activity;
- Collects and prepares data for records and reports;
- Maintains records and generates appropriate reports pertaining to department program or specialized activity;
- Makes arithmetical calculations; requisitions supplies and materials for department;
- Maintains mailing lists files and indexes; prepares letters for mailing;
- Performs related tasks as required.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Thorough knowledge budgetary practices procedures and analyses; thorough knowledge of Virginia procurement regulations and governmental accounting and auditing procedures; thorough knowledge of grant or project management; thorough knowledge of business English spelling and arithmetic; thorough knowledge of department programs and policies; ability to type and perform data entry work accurately and at a reasonable rate of speed; ability to make arithmetical calculations; ability to operate a variety of data entry and office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public; ability to use word processing and spreadsheet software effectively; ability to follow oral and written instructions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Associates degree (minimum) from an accredited college or university in accounting finance or related field.
Approved January 2014
Revised July 2016
SALEM CITY SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Required Experience:
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Key Skills
- Sales Experience
- Crane
- Customer Service
- Communication skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Microsoft Word
- Case Management
- OSHA
- Team Management
- Catheterization
- Microsoft Outlook Calendar
- EHS
