Federal Grants & Compliance Specialist

Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Retirement plan and deferred comp.

Paid leave: holidays, sick, vacation,

Job summary

Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks in Topeka, KS seeks an unclassified, full-time Grant Compliance Analyst to coordinate federal grant proposals, ensure program compliance, and support audits and reporting. The role requires three years of financial record examination and a valid driver’s license.

The position offers health/dental/vision coverage, a retirement plan with optional deferred compensation, and paid holidays, sick, vacation, and parental leave.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Three years of experience examining financial records and controls for accuracy and compliance.
• A valid driver’s license and ability to pass a background check are required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates planning, preparation and submission of grant proposals and reports to federal granting agencies.
• Receives project narratives and coordinates with staff to compile complete grant packages.
• Provides technical assistance in drafting and editing narratives as needed.
• Manages grants as programs develop or shift; adapts to evolving federal grant programs.
• Ensures full compliance with federal, state, and KDWP regulations; identifies corrective actions.
• Monitors and inspects grant compliance of real property, equipment and activities; travel required.
• Monitors and reconciles Federal expenditures for allowability and allocability.
• Assists in developing training materials and conducts training on processes and reporting requirements.
• Ensures sub-recipients comply with federal requirements to receive grant funds.
• Coordinates sub-award documents, contracts, MOUs and required audits; maintains compliance records.
• Maintains SOPs and templates; stays updated on grant funding policies and procedures.
• Supports reporting requirements for Federal Grants and State of Kansas accounts & reports.
• Assists with indirect cost rate proposals and annual license certifications.
• Supports internal and external audits with documentation coordination.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Communication skills

Customer service

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks in Topeka, KS seeks an unclassified, full-time Grant Compliance Analyst to coordinate federal grant proposals, ensure program compliance, and support audits and reporting. The role requires three years of financial record examination and a valid driver’s license.

The position offers health/dental/vision coverage, a retirement plan with optional deferred compensation, and paid holidays, sick, vacation, and parental leave.