Grants And Contracts Specialist (Hybrid)

CT; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) in Hartford seeks a Grants And Contracts Specialist to manage a large grant program and coordinate with federal, state and community partners. The role emphasizes planning, liaison duties, and program administration under supervision.

The position requires extensive knowledge of grant preparation, evaluation, and budgeting, with opportunities to advance as experience grows within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of experience in planning, implementation and/or management of grant programs on a community, state or federal level.
• College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half year of experience up to four years for a Bachelor's degree.
• A Master's degree in a closely related field may substitute for one additional year of the General Experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs specialized related duties in the area of grants management.
• Develops grant proposals and monitors use of grant monies to ensure terms and conditions are met.
• Provides technical assistance and acts as a resource to grantees.
• Evaluates program proposals and applications for conformance with regulations and state goals.
• Prepares contracts and agreements related to grant activities and reports.

Skills

Grant preparation

Program evaluation

Research methods

Budgeting

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Computer skills

Supervisory ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in closely related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

STARS

Job description

Introduction

The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) has an opening for a Grants And Contracts Specialist (PCN 153682) for the Office of the Commissioner (OOC) in Hartford.

Schedule

1st shift: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Full‑time, 40 hours per week

Monday – Friday

Same Amazing Benefits You Already Have

• Comprehensive state employee benefits
• Access our State Employee Benefits Overview page to explore available options
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A commitment to supporting a healthy work/life balance

Position Highlights

• Provides clinical social work services to agency clients initially under close supervision
• Works more independently as experience is acquired
• Collaborates as a treatment team member to support coordinated client care
• Conducts and develops psychosocial assessments through clinical interviews with clients and families
• Develops treatment plans and delivers therapeutic services including individual group and family therapy under supervision
• Performs related duties as required

About Us

DMHAS is dedicated to promoting the health and wellness of individuals with behavioral health needs through an integrated, holistic network of services that foster dignity, respect, and self‑sufficiency.

Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current State of CT employee, who has worked for the state for at least six (6) months of full‑time service or full‑time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

Health and Safety

A comprehensive medical examination, including drug screening, is required following a conditional offer of employment. All state employees must comply with Connecticut’s Drug‑Free Workplace Policy.

Purpose of Job Class (Nature of Work)

In a state agency this class is accountable for performing as a specialist in planning, implementation, management and evaluation of a large complex grant program or group of programs in one field where responsibilities are assumed for program development, liaison and coordination with federal, state and community agencies and organizations, program implementation and administration, program monitoring and assessment.

Examples of Duties

• Performs specialized related duties in the area of grants management
• Performs research to support the application for or the disbursement of grants including needs analysis, literature review and regulations critique to identify problems and determine priorities
• Develops alternatives
• Gathers information related to program area
• Develops goals and objectives, evaluation standards, timetables, other program components and department policy for program area and individual projects
• Prepares grant proposals
• Monitors use of grant monies awarded to agency to ensure adherence to all terms and conditions
• Facilitates direct grant process
• Provides technical assistance and acts as resource person to grantees
• Evaluates program proposals and applications for conformance with regulations and state goals
• Recommends funding; prepares contracts and agreements related to grant activities
• Monitors and assesses ongoing programs for conformance to reporting requirements, general budget and timetable guidelines and program effectiveness
• Prepares quarterly and annual reports and statewide annual plan or section of plan related to program local area
• Attends meetings of appropriate state, local and regional organizations and performs other liaison functions to coordinate efforts in program area
• Performs related duties as required

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

• Considerable knowledge of grant preparation and administration
• Program evaluation and monitoring functions
• Research methods and techniques
• Budget preparation and monitoring
• Considerable interpersonal skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to utilize computer software
• Supervisory ability

Minimum Qualifications - General Experience

Seven (7) years of experience in planning, implementation and/or management of grant programs on a community, state or federal level.

Minimum Qualifications - Substitutions Allowed

• College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one‑half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
• A Master's degree in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience preparing and administering contracts, including drafting, reviewing, and interpreting contract language and scopes of service, as well as familiarity with RFP/RFQ development and procurement requirements
• Experience interpreting and applying statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures at the state or federal level
• Analytical and technical skills, including experience with Microsoft (advanced formulas and functions), Microsoft Office Suite Teams; Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, and financial or reporting systems such as the Statewide Analytical Reporting System (STARS)
• Experience with fiscal processes such as budgeting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Experience managing workloads, including prioritizing assignments, delegating tasks, and identifying and resolving issues in environments with shifting priorities
• Experience working independently and as part of a team in an environment with changing work priorities
• Experience communicating financially complex information with internal and external stakeholders in person, over the phone, and via email

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Acknowledgement

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.