Grants Manager- Atlanta

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work 1-2 days/week

Minimal travel

Job summary

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Grants Manager to oversee grant programs and reporting. The role requires managing grant research, compliance, budget tracking, and coordinating with program teams to meet deliverables in a hybrid setting (1-2 days in office).

The ideal candidate will have strong written and verbal communication, data management skills, and the ability to prepare compelling grant applications and dashboards for

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and one year of professional level experience related to the area of assignment.
• Experience in grant administration and reporting is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage grant programs and reporting.
• Coordinate program and fiscal activities to monitor deliverables.
• Prepare grant applications and supporting documentation as needed.
• Develop clear, accurate reports and presentations for leadership.

Skills

Grant administration

Grant reporting

Data analysis

Communication skills

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

Database systems

Job description

Job Title

Grants Manager- Atlanta

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID

JR0000004640

Shift

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details

$68,000.00 MAXIMUM

Job Description

Job Title: Grants Manager- Atlanta

Workplace: Atlanta, Ga.

Hybrid: 1-2 days per week in office

Travel: minimal

Job Summary: This position will assist with grant research, grant program implementation, compliance, grant reporting, and assist with grant writing. This position serves as an administrative role responsible for accurate and proficient data management, tracking, and reporting in accordance with grant requirements and compliance. This role will report directly to the Federal Grants & Suicide Prevention Director and will work closely with the program teams in other Division of Behavioral Health Offices to monitor the deliverables of private, public, and governmental grants. The Grants Management Specialist will be responsible for thoroughly compiling and analyzing programmatic impact metrics resulting in a direct impact on soliciting new grant opportunities. Additionally, this position will assist in the research and acquisition of future funding opportunities as well as engage in community/public awareness activities throughout the year to promote DBHDD and its array of grant-funded programs. The person in this position should possess exceptional communication, organizational, and analytical skills, as they serve as a primary point of contact for grant-related planning, coordination, and implementation activities. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for effectively collaborating with internal teams, external partners, and funding agencies; preparing grant applications and supporting documentation; and developing clear, accurate reports and presentations for leadership and stakeholders. Primary responsibilities include overseeing and managing grant programs, coordinating program and fiscal activities, monitoring performance and compliance, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement. Experience in quality improvement processes and public-sector program administration supports the successful execution of grant objectives, while sound judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness are critical to anticipating challenges, resolving issues, and ensuring timely and compliant grant deliverables.

Position Requirements (Not All Inclusive)

• Manage and develop strategies to optimize the grants administration process
• Take a proactive role in writing reports, coordinating program staff, including management in the planning and execution of grants
• Manage and coordinate budget plans in cooperation with program staff and agency fiscal staff
• Coordinate with Grants and Federal Funds Manager, Behavioral Health Budget Manager, Fiscal Contracts Manager, and other agency fiscal and procurement/contracts staff as needed to track grant expenses, manage change requests, and prepare grant reports
• Prepare monthly budget to actuals report for grants to management, works with program managers to ensure compliance with the budget
• Work in conjunction with Federal Grants & Suicide Prevention Director to provide training to staff as needed on grants management and reporting requirements
• Provide functional input of data into multiple database management systems, to include compliance for metrics tracking between multiple teams.
• Monitor the facilitation of post-award grants (including Government funds) to ensure that budget and administrative policies, procedures, and agency requirements are being followed.
• Track compliance, data entry and reporting for awarded grants
• Assist with administrative and/or budget changes required during a given grant period.
• Coordinate, evaluate, and monitor programs and projects that are funded by grants to include compliance with grant deliverables, compilation of programmatic and organizational metrics for grant proposals.
• Facilitate and support grant research and identification for funding opportunities and associated eligibility criteria to determine alignment.
• Help with editing and proofreading grant proposals and other related documents.
• Assist in preparing and packaging small and large-scale grant applications as needed.
• Work closely with staff in other departments and across divisions engaged in support of grant operations.
• Prepare charts, graphs, and matrices for management as required for presentation purposes.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with co-workers, management, grantors, donors, participants, etc.
• Protect confidential organizational information.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Preferred Educational Requirements

• Graduate degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, finance, or a related field is generally preferred.
• Candidates should demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills; excellent time management, organizational, and customer service skills; and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within teams.
• Experience in quality improvement processes and program or project administration at the state, regional, or county level is preferred.
• Education and experience may be substituted for one another.

Additional Information

This position may require occasional travel to attend meetings, trainings, site visits, or conferences related to grant activities. The selected candidate must demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet established deadlines, and maintain accurate documentation in accordance with federal, state, and organizational requirements. A high level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail is essential, as the role involves handling sensitive programmatic and financial information. The position requires the ability to work collaboratively across divisions and with external partners while exercising independent judgment to support program goals and ensure compliance with grant terms and conditions.

For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/

Employment Requirements

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia. The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:

• Drug Screening
• TB Evaluation
• Annual Influenza* *Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of professional level experience related to the area of assignment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

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