Grant Specialist I

State of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

State of Utah is seeking a Part-Time role in Salt Lake City with a hybrid work arrangement. The position involves basic accounting, invoicing review, and support for the Early Childhood Utah program.

Up to 20 hours weekly, with in-office hours Monday and Tuesday and remaining hours remote Wednesday through Friday. The role emphasizes accuracy in financial documentation, collaboration with contractors and grantees, and timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Basic accounting skills.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Excellent collaborative and interpersonal skills; able to be flexible and diplomatic.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Suite experience.

Responsibilities

• Check receipts and invoices for allowable expenses.
• Meet with contractors and grantees to clarify billing issues and review reports.
• Draft reports for supervisor review.
• Maintain and create orderly files and record-keeping systems.
• Monitor and track documentation to ensure timelines are met.
• Effectively identify and communicate critical issues to the Early Childhood Utah program manager and team.
• Support the Early Childhood Utah Program.

Skills

Basic accounting

Strong communication

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Organization

Automated software

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Google Suite

Job description

FT / PT Status – Part-Time

Salary – $26.61 - $35.00 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Application Deadline – 11/1/2026*

This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

Day-to-day Responsibilities Of This Position

Check receipts and invoices for allowable expenses.

Meet with contractors and grantees to clarify billing issues and review reports.

Draft reports for supervisor review.

Maintain and create orderly files and record-keeping systems.

Monitor and track documentation to ensure timelines are met.

Effectively identify and communicate critical issues to the Early Childhood Utah program manager and team.

Support the Early Childhood Utah Program.

Schedule

Up to 20 hours per week. Of these, 12 hours per week must be in office on Monday and Tuesday. Any remaining hours, remote Wednesday through Friday.

Qualifications

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:

• Basic accounting skills
• Strong written and verbal skills without the use of AI
• Excellent collaborative and interpersonal skills with ability to exhibit flexibility, use diplomacy, and be a team player
• An ability to speak clearly, concisely, and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally
• An ability to communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Google Suite
• Excellent organization skills
• An ability to use automated software applications

Preferred Or Trainable/on-the-job Qualifications

• Experience in applying 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance) for allowability of grant expenses
• Experience in monitoring of federal grants
• Experience in data tracking and validation

About The Role

Location

195 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States

Background Check Required – Yes

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – TL - Time limited

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].