Grants Management Specialist

County of Pamlico; Bayboro (NC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Pamlico seeks a Grant Administrator to manage a portfolio of sponsored projects from proposal through closeout. You will prepare proposals, submit grant applications, monitor budgets, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Under limited supervision, you will maintain financial reports, coordinate with management and staff, and provide data-driven guidance for program performance and external communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, public administration, or related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of grant writing, administration, and management experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Knowledge of GAAP and grants administration practices is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit funding proposals, applications, and contracts.
• Maintain and provide timely grant reporting data (progress, financials, audits).
• Oversee grant process, document procedures, and manage implementation.
• Administer all components of the grant cycle, including database management and compliance.
• Provide accurate grant data to internal/external departments.
• Analyze budget and expenditures for department grants and ensure compliance.
• Ensure adherence to laws, policies, and filings; advise stakeholders as needed.
• Participate in grantee calls and site visits with financial status updates.
• Prepare project approvals and legal agreements per Pamlico County policies.
• Support data collection, reporting, and internal/external communications.

Skills

Financial management basics

Grants administration knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Written findings & reporting

Problem-solving

Project management

Documentation & reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/public administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database management

Job description

County of Pamlico seeks a Grant Administrator to manage a portfolio of sponsored projects from proposal through closeout. You will prepare proposals, submit grant applications, monitor budgets, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Under limited supervision, you will maintain financial reports, coordinate with management and staff, and provide data-driven guidance for program performance and external communications.