Grant and Loan Specialist I or II
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Job Location:
Pierre, SD - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 29 - 34
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
PLEASE ATTACH THE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE
Job ID: 35746
Agency: Agriculture & Natural Resources
Location: Pierre SDSalary: $29.23 - $34.49 Hourly ( $61032.24 - $72015.12 Annual equivalent) depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: J (I) or K (II)
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
The mission of the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) is to protect and preserve the states agriculture environment and natural resources with the vision of a prosperous economy diverse agricultural opportunities clean air clean water and healthy families. The Environmental Funding Program supports this mission by helping communities improve essential water and wastewater infrastructure through state and federal grant and loan programs.
We are seeking a Grant and Loan Specialist to join our Water and Waste Funding financial this role you will review and analyze funding applications evaluate eligibility and assess the financial capacity of applicants. This includes reviewing audits budgets financial statements and other documentation to ensure projects are financially sound and meet program requirements. You will collaborate with engineering staff and applicants to clarify project details resolve issues and ensure applications are complete.
The position also assists in preparing funding recommendations guiding applicants through the funding and loan closing process and supporting various financial and administrative activities related to program operations. You will assist with loan portfolio management support the financing activities of the State Revolving Fund programs participate in reconciliation and reporting processes and assist in the administration of other state grant and loan programs as needed. Additional responsibilities include reviewing payment requests monitoring compliance with program rules and preparing correspondence and program reports.
Based on the applicants knowledge skills abilities and work experience this position may be hired as a Grant and Loan Specialist I or a Grant and Loan Specialist II position at the appropriate rate for the level hired. Information on the Grant and Loan Specialist classification is available at
Working for DANR offers the opportunity to support long term community sustainability while contributing to public health environmental protection and community development across the state. You will join a team of financial and technical professionals committed to making a meaningful impact for South Dakota communities.
Benefits of Working for DANR:
The state of South Dakota offers a generous health benefits package which includes health vision and dental insurance. Additionally South Dakota has one of the top retirement systems in the nation.
The state of South Dakota understands the importance of having a work/life balance and this position includes paid vacation and sick leave. You will work a 40-hour work week which leaves you plenty of time to enjoy all that central South Dakota has to offer. For more information on the Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources please visit .
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A Bachelors degree in Public Administration Business Administration Accounting or a related field.
Knowledge of:
Skill to:
Ability to:
Additional Requirements: To be considered please attach your resume.
This position is eligible for Veterans Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays generous vacation and sick leave accrual dental vision and other insurance options and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online:
You must apply online emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:
An Equal Opportunity Employer
#LI-Onsite
Job ID: 35746
Agency: Agriculture & Natural Resources
Location: Pierre SDSalary: $29.23 - $34.49 Hourly ( $61032.24 - $72015.12 Annual equivalent) depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: J (I) or K (II)
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
The mission of the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) is to protect and preserve the states agriculture environment and natural resources with the vision of a prosperous economy diverse agricultural opportunities clean air clean water and healthy families. The Environmental Funding Program supports this mission by helping communities improve essential water and wastewater infrastructure through state and federal grant and loan programs.
We are seeking a Grant and Loan Specialist to join our Water and Waste Funding financial this role you will review and analyze funding applications evaluate eligibility and assess the financial capacity of applicants. This includes reviewing audits budgets financial statements and other documentation to ensure projects are financially sound and meet program requirements. You will collaborate with engineering staff and applicants to clarify project details resolve issues and ensure applications are complete.
The position also assists in preparing funding recommendations guiding applicants through the funding and loan closing process and supporting various financial and administrative activities related to program operations. You will assist with loan portfolio management support the financing activities of the State Revolving Fund programs participate in reconciliation and reporting processes and assist in the administration of other state grant and loan programs as needed. Additional responsibilities include reviewing payment requests monitoring compliance with program rules and preparing correspondence and program reports.
Based on the applicants knowledge skills abilities and work experience this position may be hired as a Grant and Loan Specialist I or a Grant and Loan Specialist II position at the appropriate rate for the level hired. Information on the Grant and Loan Specialist classification is available at
Working for DANR offers the opportunity to support long term community sustainability while contributing to public health environmental protection and community development across the state. You will join a team of financial and technical professionals committed to making a meaningful impact for South Dakota communities.
Benefits of Working for DANR:
The state of South Dakota offers a generous health benefits package which includes health vision and dental insurance. Additionally South Dakota has one of the top retirement systems in the nation.
The state of South Dakota understands the importance of having a work/life balance and this position includes paid vacation and sick leave. You will work a 40-hour work week which leaves you plenty of time to enjoy all that central South Dakota has to offer. For more information on the Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources please visit .
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A Bachelors degree in Public Administration Business Administration Accounting or a related field.
Knowledge of:
- public finance as it relates to infrastructure financing and capital improvement budgeting;
- methods procedures and purposes of financial analysis;
- Microsoft Office products (Excel Word and Access).
Skill to:
- provide strong analytical problem solving communication and interpersonal services.
Ability to:
- interpret and comprehend applicable statutes rules and policies;
- gather interpret report and use information concerning assigned activities;
- assess program effectiveness and recommend changes or alternatives;
- train and provide guidance to staff and service users;
- review and analyze grant and loan requests to include calculation of debt service capacity;
- prepare grant applications preliminary budget requests and annual reports;
- establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public;
- work in a timely and efficient manner and adhere to deadlines;
- communicate information concisely and effectively.
Additional Requirements: To be considered please attach your resume.
This position is eligible for Veterans Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays generous vacation and sick leave accrual dental vision and other insurance options and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online:
You must apply online emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:
An Equal Opportunity Employer
#LI-Onsite
Required Experience:
IC
