Agency Grants Specialist Supervisor
Recruitment #21-000809-0004
Department | MDP Preservation Services |
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Date Opened | 11/10/2021 10:30:00 AM |
Filing Deadline | 11/24/2021 11:59:00 PM |
Salary | $54,279.00 - $87,106.00/year |
HR Analyst | Dionne Core |
Work Location |
Anne Arundel
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Introduction
The Maryland Historical Trust is the state agency dedicated
to preserving and interpreting the legacy of Maryland’s past. Through research,
conservation and education, the Maryland Historical Trust assists the people of
Maryland in understanding their historical and cultural heritage. Part of the
Maryland Department of Planning, the Maryland Historical Trust serves as
Maryland’s State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) pursuant to the National
Historic Preservation Act of 1966.
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
The position is responsible for administering
federal and state grant programs for the Maryland Historical Trust (MHT). The
position is responsible for applying for and monitoring MHT’s Annual Historic
Preservation Award received from the National Park Service (NPS), including
compilation of federal reimbursement requests in accordance with federal
regulations and the National Historic Preservation Act. In addition, the position is responsible for
fiscal management of federal and reimbursable fund grants/agreements and MHT’s
state grant programs. As part of the MHT
Office of Management, the position works directly with the Chief of the Office
of Management, MHT Deputy Director, and MHT Director. By ensuring the effective
administration of MHT’s operations, this position directly supports MHT’s
mission to preserve and interpret the legacy of Maryland’s past through
research, conservation, and education.
POSITION DUTIES
Applying
for and managing MHT’s Annual Historic Preservation Award received from the
National Park Service, including evaluating and reporting on program effectiveness
and accomplishments; performing financial and staff time reporting and coordinating
draws; and serving as MHT’s representative and the primary point of contact
with the National Park Service regarding grant policies, procedures,
requirements, and revisions.
Interpreting
and providing guidance on statute, regulations, and policies for state and
federal grant programs.
Assisting
staff with preparation of applications for external grants and other funding
opportunities.
Serving
as a primary liaison with other government agencies and staff for fiscal
management of all revenue generating grants, Cooperative Agreements and MOUs.
Preparing
and overseeing the preparation of grant agreements and contracts.
Determining
allowability of costs and accountability for fund expenditures.
Maintaining
auditable records and participating in audit process.
Reconciling
federal reimbursable grant fund accounts by determining accounts payable and
receivable.
Overseeing,
reviewing, and approving payments.
Performing
narrative and financial reporting.
Assisting
with budget preparation, implementation, and close-out for grant-related
activities.
Assisting
as needed in MHT’s Operations Management section, including performing
reconciliation of the MHT Working Fund, assisting with bank deposits, and serving
as inventory officer.
Supervising
two Assistant Grants Managers (Agency Grants Specialist II).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Five years of experience in grant evaluation and monitoring or budget preparation, presentation and execution.
Notes:
1. Applicants may substitute graduate education in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, political science or public administration at a rate of 30 semester hours for each year of the required experience.
2. Applicants may substitute additional experience as defined above on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the Budget Officer classifications or Financial Management specialty codes in the Budgeting field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to
applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear
and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
Experience with developing and monitoring contracts, MOUs, MOAs, and other types of agreements.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.
All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.
Successful candidates will be placed on the employment
(eligible) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may consist of a rating of your education,
training and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is
important that you provide complete and accurate information on your
application. Please report all
experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
For education obtained outside the
U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign
credential evaluation service needs to be provided before hire.
All information concerning your
qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not
consider information submitted after this date.
The on-line
application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are not able to apply
online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire
(by the closing date) to:
Department of Budget and Management
Recruitment and Examination Division
301 W. Preston St., Suite 608
Baltimore, MD 21201
Attn: For inquiries
regarding this recruitment, please call 410 767-7950
Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu
of completing the on-line or paper application. As an equal opportunity
employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting
employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
Appropriate accommodations for
individuals with disabilities are available upon request by
calling 410-767-3623.
We thank our Veterans for their
service to our country, and encourage them to apply.
Bilingual applicants are also
encouraged to apply.
TTY Users: call via Maryland
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