Grant Operations Lead - Remote-Eligible Public Health

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligibility

Employee benefits (state plan)

Job summary

The Department of State Health Services in Austin is seeking a Grant Operations Advisor to oversee federal grant programs, coordinate budgets, track milestones, and ensure timely deliverables on large health projects. You will collaborate with data analysts and epidemiologists to align grant activities with program goals and federal requirements.

Reporting to the Healthcare Safety Unit, you will lead cross-functional teams, develop performance measures, prepare progress reports, and train staff

Qualifications

• Professional experience in grants, contracts, budgets, and operations.
• Graduate from an accredited college or university with related coursework preferred.
• Experience in project management or grant administration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversees grant applications, contracts, budgets, and timelines to ensure on-time delivery.
• Coordinates cross-functional workgroups to develop project measures and budgets.
• Responds to information requests from stakeholders and manages grant closeout activities.
• Develops and reviews policies to meet federal guidelines and provides guidance to staff.
• Performs duties including disaster response readiness and COOP-related tasks.

Skills

Grant management

Budget tracking

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration, health sciences, or related field

Job description

The Department of State Health Services in Austin is seeking a Grant Operations Advisor to oversee federal grant programs, coordinate budgets, track milestones, and ensure timely deliverables on large health projects. You will collaborate with data analysts and epidemiologists to align grant activities with program goals and federal requirements.

Reporting to the Healthcare Safety Unit, you will lead cross-functional teams, develop performance measures, prepare progress reports, and train staff