Grants Management Specialist

City of Champaign Township; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Champaign Township is seeking a part-time Grants Management Specialist in Champaign, IL. You will oversee the lifecycle of federal, state, and local grants, including applications, compliance, monitoring, and reporting.

Work with program staff and finance to develop proposals, track budgets, reconcile expenditures, prepare clear reports, and respond to auditors and funders. This on-site role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration, and adherence to township policies.

Qualifications

• Experience managing federal, state, and local grants, including compliance and reporting.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret grant guidelines and track performance.
• Knowledge of budgeting principles for grant-funded programs and forecasting.
• Proficiency with office software and grants management tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Public-sector or nonprofit experience is beneficial.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in public administration, finance, accounting, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the lifecycle of federal, state and local grants including application prep, submission, compliance monitoring and reporting.
• Track grant budgets, reconcile expenditures, maintain documentation, and ensure adherence to funding requirements and Township policies.
• Collaborate with program staff and finance to develop funding proposals, analyze grant performance, and identify funding opportunities.
• Prepare clear written reports, respond to auditor and funder inquiries, and support continuous improvement in grants administration processes.

Skills

Grants Management

Grant Compliance

Budgeting

Data Analysis

Communication

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Public Administration or related field

Tools

Grants management systems

Job description

Company Description

The City of Champaign Township provides local government services and community support to residents of Champaign, IL. The Township focuses on responsible stewardship of public resources, effective delivery of social and administrative services, and collaboration with community partners. Team members contribute to programs that promote stability, equity, and access to essential services. The organization values integrity, accountability, and transparent management of public funds, including grant-funded initiatives.

Company Description

The City of Champaign Township provides local government services and community support to residents of Champaign, IL. The Township focuses on responsible stewardship of public resources, effective delivery of social and administrative services, and collaboration with community partners. Team members contribute to programs that promote stability, equity, and access to essential services. The organization values integrity, accountability, and transparent management of public funds, including grant-funded initiatives.

Role Description

The Grants Management Specialist is a part-time, on-site role based in Champaign, IL. This position is responsible for overseeing the lifecycle of federal, state, and local grants, including application preparation, submission, compliance monitoring, and reporting. Day-to-day tasks include tracking grant budgets, reconciling expenditures, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring adherence to funding requirements and Township policies.

The Specialist collaborates with program staff and finance personnel to develop funding proposals, analyze grant performance, and identify opportunities for new or continued funding. The role also involves preparing clear written reports, responding to auditor and funder inquiries, and supporting continuous improvement in grants administration processes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Federal Grants Management and Grant Administration, including compliance, reporting, and documentation.


• Strong Analytical Skills with the ability to interpret grant guidelines, assess data, and support decision-making.


• Knowledge of Finance and Budgeting principles related to grant-funded programs, including tracking expenditures and forecasting.


• Proficiency with office productivity software and grants management or financial systems.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.


• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external partners, while managing multiple deadlines.


• Prior experience in public sector, nonprofit, or community-focused organizations is beneficial.


• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in public administration, finance, accounting, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.