Grants Administration & Financial Compliance Specialist

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kentucky State Police, is seeking a Grants Administrator in Frankfort. This role supports the Financial and Grants Management Branch, ensuring grants are administered in accordance with state and federal guidelines.

The position handles grant budgeting, federal reports, and drawdowns, coordinating with program managers to maintain compliant grant expenditures and revenues. Travel is required for site visits and audits.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree.
• Experience: Four years of research or administrative experience.
• Masters degree substitutes for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Administers and implements approved financial agreements with third parties for program services.
• Establishes grant budget setup and maintenance within eMARS to report and set up budget controls.
• Prepares federal financial reports and submits reimbursement requests; completes federal drawdowns for expended funds.
• Reconciles grant expenditures and revenues to eMARS; provides audit assistance during federal site visits.
• Assists in budget development for grant applications; monitors grant-related overtime and salaries for compliance with federal caps.
• Produces monthly/quarterly financial reports and collaborates with federal agencies.

Skills

eMARS experience

Excel

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kentucky State Police, is seeking a Grants Administrator in Frankfort. This role supports the Financial and Grants Management Branch, ensuring grants are administered in accordance with state and federal guidelines.

The position handles grant budgeting, federal reports, and drawdowns, coordinating with program managers to maintain compliant grant expenditures and revenues. Travel is required for site visits and audits.