Grants Analyst: Research, Compliance & Funding Impact

Dept of Public Safety; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Grants Analyst role within the Department of Public Safety is an entry-level position supporting the grants team through research, analysis, and essential administrative tasks. Based in Little Rock, Arkansas, this position aids with grant proposal preparation, financial data review, compliance monitoring, and record-keeping across the grant lifecycle.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in business/public administration or related field, have strong analytical and communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, accounting, or related field preferred.
• One year of experience in grants management or related administrative support roles.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to research and interpret grant guidelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with grant proposal preparation and submission.
• Review financial data for accuracy and compliance.
• Support monitoring of grant compliance and reporting requirements.
• Maintain grant-related records throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel data analysis

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/public administration/accounting/related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

The Grants Analyst role within the Department of Public Safety is an entry-level position supporting the grants team through research, analysis, and essential administrative tasks. Based in Little Rock, Arkansas, this position aids with grant proposal preparation, financial data review, compliance monitoring, and record-keeping across the grant lifecycle.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in business/public administration or related field, have strong analytical and communication