Disaster Grants Manager - Emergency Response & Compliance

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Division of Emergency Management seeks a Response Grants Manager to plan and oversee multiple federal and state grants within the Technological Hazards Section of the Bureau of Response in Tallahassee, FL. The role supports disaster response and recovery by guiding program strategies and compliance.

Candidates should have extensive grant management experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to work irregular hours and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years’ experience in grant management, contract management, or related field.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) with the ability to learn and navigate FDEM enterprise business systems.
• FCCM certification or ability to obtain within 12 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and technical assistance on policies, program benefits, and issues related to response programs.
• Assist in development of Scope of Work for project formulation and training guides.
• Prepare strategies, proposals, and policies for grant funding.
• Monitor and control grant funded projects, budgets, reimbursements, and compliance.
• Close projects upon finalization of grant life cycles per policies.
• Serve as a member of SERT to support disaster response and recovery.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Grant regulations

On-site support

Communication skills

Teamwork

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Salesforce

Access Databases

Job description

Florida Division of Emergency Management seeks a Response Grants Manager to plan and oversee multiple federal and state grants within the Technological Hazards Section of the Bureau of Response in Tallahassee, FL. The role supports disaster response and recovery by guiding program strategies and compliance.

Candidates should have extensive grant management experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to work irregular hours and travel as needed.