Grant Specialist

Prince George’s County; Largo (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince George’s County Government's Department of Public Works & Transportation seeks a Grants Specialist (Budget Assistant 3A) to support fiscal and grant management within the Grants Administration Unit of the Financial Management Division.

This advanced paraprofessional role collaborates with Operations, CIP, and program offices to manage grant budgets, track expenditures, prepare financial reports, handle journal entries, and assist with audits and documentation.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business/Public Management, Finance, Economics, Quantitative Analyses, or closely related field.
• One (1) year of experience providing paraprofessional support to an accounting or budget office performing budgetary or financial record‑keeping.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Compile, review, verify, and maintain grant‑related fiscal data within automated financial systems.
• Track budget allocations, expenditures, and spending activity, and perform calculations necessary to respond to fiscal and data requests.
• Prepare and compile financial data related to grant funds, including reviewing grant billings for completeness and supporting documentation.
• Prepare budgetary and fiscal reports related to grant, operating, and CIP activities.
• Process journal entries, deposits, budget realignments, and other fiscal transactions.
• Provide technical assistance with cost analysis, fiscal allocations, budget preparation, and related financial activities.
• Summarize budget information and prepare recommendations regarding approval or disapproval of funding requests.
• Process purchase order and non‑purchase order invoices, credit memos, recurring entries, and other applicable fiscal transactions.
• Maintain the agency’s grant repository, including records associated with Operating and CIP grant programs.
• Prepare and maintain monthly grant reports and tracking tools related to grant utilization, billings, deliverables, incoming revenue, and outstanding fiscal activity.
• Maintain accurate and organized grant records, reports, databases, and other financial management documentation.
• Prepare documentation for grant audits and ensure supporting materials are complete, organized, accessible, and audit ready.
• Compile grant information and participate in recurring meetings with Program Managers to discuss fiscal transactions, program milestones, deadlines, and grant requirements.

Skills

Budget tracking

Financial data

Paraprofessional support

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/related field

Tools

SAP Financial System

Job description

Posting number: 10839

Department: Public Works & Transportation

Division: DPWT-OODAdmin Team2

Job classification: Budget Assistant 3A

Posting type: Open

Categories: Accounting and Finance, Miscellaneous

Summary

Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

About the Position

The Prince George's County Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) is currently seeking a highly qualified applicant to fill a Grants Specialist (Budget Assistant 3A) grade A 17 in the Office of Administrative Services.

This is an advanced level paraprofessional budget and grant support position in the Grants Administration Unit (GAU) of the Financial Management Division (FMD). The incumbent works in collaboration with the Operations and Capital Improvement Program Financial Management Units, Programmatic Offices within DPW&T, and leadership to perform a variety of day‑to‑day responsibilities related to fiscal and grant management. Work is performed with a high level of independent judgement and ability, while also receiving guidance and direct input from the Chief, Financial Management Division (Chief Fiscal Officer).

About The Agency

The Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) is responsible for nearly 2,000 miles of County‑maintained roadways that range from rural to urban classifications. The transportation infrastructure includes 900 bridges, as well as shoulders, sidewalks, curbs/gutters, stormwater management facilities, driveway aprons and nearly 3,000 acres of grassy area – all of which are maintained by staff of the Department. DPW&T’s workforce keeps the County’s various services moving by performing a myriad of activities which include removing snow and ice from County‑maintained roadways, upgrading traffic signals, installing streetlights, clearing fallen trees, unclogging drainage inlets and maintaining stormwater management facilities, as well as performing roadway repairs ranging from potholes and sidewalk trip hazards to bridge repairs and resurfacing projects and more.

Examples of duties

• Compile, review, verify, and maintain grant‑related fiscal data within automated financial systems.

• Track budget allocations, expenditures, and spending activity, and perform calculations necessary to respond to fiscal and data requests.

• Prepare and compile financial data related to grant funds, including reviewing grant billings for completeness and supporting documentation.

• Prepare budgetary and fiscal reports related to grant, operating, and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) activities.

• Process journal entries, deposits, budget realignments, and other fiscal transactions associated with agencywide financial needs and grant programs.

• Provide technical assistance with cost analysis, fiscal allocations, budget preparation, and related financial activities.

• Summarize budget information and prepare recommendations regarding approval or disapproval of funding requests.

• Process purchase order and non‑purchase order invoices, credit memos, recurring entries, and other applicable fiscal transactions.

• Maintain the agency’s grant repository, including records associated with Operating and CIP grant programs.

• Prepare and maintain monthly grant reports and tracking tools related to grant utilization, billings, deliverables, incoming revenue, and outstanding fiscal activity.

• Maintain accurate and organized grant records, reports, databases, and other financial management documentation.

• Prepare documentation for grant audits and ensure supporting materials are complete, organized, accessible, and audit ready.

• Compile grant information and participate in recurring meetings with Program Managers to discuss fiscal transactions, program milestones, deadlines, and grant requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business/Public Management, Finance, Economics, Quantitative Analyses, or closely related field.

• One (1) year of experience providing paraprofessional support to an accounting or budget office performing budgetary or financial record‑keeping.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Any equivalent combination of relevant training, education and experience may also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP Financial System
• Experience with grant fiscal tracking, including Federal, State, and private grants.
• Experience with grant technical activities, including payments, journal entries and revenue deposits.
• Experience with grant auditing and documentation best practices.

Supplemental information

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates: October 5 - October 16, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: Largo MD

Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non‑standard hours as operations necessate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.