GRANTS COMPLIANCE OFFICER - LEGAL (1225)

Jefferson Parish; Louisiana; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Parish in Louisiana seeks a qualified professional to oversee financial and regulatory compliance for federal, state, and local grant programs. The role includes monitoring activities, reviewing expenditures, supporting audits, and ensuring Uniform Guidance compliance.

A valid driver's license and business-use vehicle are preferred for on-site travel. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business, Political Science, Legal Studies, or related

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Legal Studies, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Monitor grant management activities and expenditures.
• Support audit activities and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with Uniform Guidance and grantor requirements.
• Monitor subrecipients and provide grant compliance resources.

Skills

Grant management

Regulatory compliance

Audit preparation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field

Job description

EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE OFFICE OF CENTRAL GRANTS ADMINISTRATION AND FOR FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.

Under general supervision, the purpose of this position is to perform advanced professional work involving financial and/or regulatory compliance oversight of federal, state, and local grant programs. Responsible for monitoring grant management activities, reviewing expenditures, supporting audit activities, conducting risk assessments, monitoring subrecipients, and ensuring compliance with Uniform Guidance and grantor requirements. The employee serves as the primary grant compliance resource for departments receiving grant funding and performs related duties as required. Position requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and personal automobile with minimum liability insurance available for business use (business travel is reimbursed on a mileage basis) will be given preference.

Possession of at least an accredited bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Legal Studies, or a related field; PLUS, three (3) years of professional experience administering or monitoring federally funded grant programs, including grant compliance or regulatory compliance

PREFFERED: Possession of a Certified Internal Auditor Certification (CIA) issued by The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). Possession of a Certified Fraud Examiner Credential (CFE) issued by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE).

Related education, experience, and/or professional certification(s) above and beyond the minimum qualifications will be required for consideration of an entrance salary above the minimum rate but not to exceed the listed salary range.

ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL

The examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof. Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of any assembled testing. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.