Grants Lifecycle & Compliance Coordinator

Town-of-Flower-Moun; Flower Mound (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Flower Mound is seeking a Grant Coordinator to oversee grant programs from application through close-out, and to support departments in seeking and applying for funding. This role coordinates with Town personnel and external agencies, ensures compliance with grantor rules, and reports progress to funders.

Responsibilities include training staff, monitoring programs, managing the Residential Rehabilitation Program under CDBG, and assisting with budget packages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years grant experience.
• Strong Excel proficiency.
• Knowledge of grant writing principles.
• Ability to analyze budget and fiscal data.
• Ability to work independently.
• Evenings/weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Administers and coordinates grant programs throughout the full grant lifecycle, including application submission and review, approval, implementation, reporting, close-out activities, and maintenance of an inventory of all grants received and administered by the Town.
• Coordinates with the appropriate Town personnel and external agencies to ensure the proper implementation of grant-funded projects; properly reports progress to funding agencies.
• Trains and provides guidance and resources for staff concerning grant opportunities; assists staff in preparing grant applications for approval and submittal.
• Conducts fiscal and program monitoring and provides technical assistance to Town Departments for grants that are awarded.
• Investigates and responds to any complaints received about grant activities.
• Administers the Residential Rehabilitation Program under Community Development Block Grant regulations.
• Liaisons with grantor agencies and maintains a working knowledge of grantor rules, regulations, and statutory requirements; ensures compliance with all federal and state requirements.
• Coordinates annual and long-term strategic planning and performance reporting for Community Development Block Grant activities.
• Serves as the Town liaison for community coalitions and roundtables as related to grants.
• Manages the Community Support program including the application process, funding evaluation, monitoring and distribution of funds.
• Oversees the Town’s Home Improvement Incentive Program, including processing applications for approval, communicating with applicants, and managing applicant payments.
• Participate in the budget process to identify opportunities for future grant funding, fostering alignment between organizational needs and external resources.
• Assists in reviewing, evaluating, and preparing requests for funds (decision packages) as it pertains to grant funded projects.
• Assist in reviewing and validating budget documents to ensure accuracy and consistency prior to finalization and publication.
• Lead and support special projects as assigned, ensuring timely execution, cross-department collaboration, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Adheres to departmental, personnel, and safety policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Grant coordination

Grant writing

Public finance

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Town of Flower Mound is seeking a Grant Coordinator to oversee grant programs from application through close-out, and to support departments in seeking and applying for funding. This role coordinates with Town personnel and external agencies, ensures compliance with grantor rules, and reports progress to funders.

Responsibilities include training staff, monitoring programs, managing the Residential Rehabilitation Program under CDBG, and assisting with budget packages.