Grants & Compliance Coordinator

DGS Office of External Affairs; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Department of Public Safety is seeking a Grants Coordinator to oversee the administration of grant proposals, submissions, and tracking. The role ensures compliance with state and federal requirements while coordinating between applicants, recipients, and internal departments.

The successful candidate will manage grant tracking systems and financial documentation. The position requires a bachelor's degree and prior grants management experience, with strong organizational and budgeting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, accounting, or related field preferred.
• Two years of experience in grants management or related administrative support roles.
• Knowledge of grants management practices, budgeting, and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and grants management software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate preparation and submission of grant proposals.
• Monitor active grants for compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Serve as liaison between applicants, recipients, and internal departments.
• Manage grant tracking systems and process financial documentation.
• Provide guidance to grant recipients on grant administration.

Skills

Grants management

Budgeting

Compliance requirements

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, accounting, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Grants management software

Job description

Arkansas Department of Public Safety is seeking a Grants Coordinator to oversee the administration of grant proposals, submissions, and tracking. The role ensures compliance with state and federal requirements while coordinating between applicants, recipients, and internal departments.

The successful candidate will manage grant tracking systems and financial documentation. The position requires a bachelor's degree and prior grants management experience, with strong organizational and budgeting