Grants Programs Manager (Hybrid) — FEMA & State Grants

DGS Office of External Affairs; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DGS Office of External Affairs seeks a Section Manager to lead the Preparedness Grant Programs, overseeing state and federal grant initiatives. The role includes development, administration, and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.

Based in Springfield, IL, with a hybrid schedule of 2-5 days in the office. Reports to agency leadership and supervises staff to meet program goals and timelines.

Qualifications

• Four years of college, preferably in business or public administration.
• Three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
• Three years of professional experience administering federal grants and federal pass-through grant programs.
• Three years of professional experience with FEMA grant requirements and federal reporting.
• Three years of professional experience supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage state and federal preparedness grant programs.
• Ensure timely submission of required reports and documentation.
• Coordinate with agency management on program reviews and compliance.

Skills

Grant administration

Staff supervision

Federal reporting

Grant compliance

Education

College degree

Job description

DGS Office of External Affairs seeks a Section Manager to lead the Preparedness Grant Programs, overseeing state and federal grant initiatives. The role includes development, administration, and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.

Based in Springfield, IL, with a hybrid schedule of 2-5 days in the office. Reports to agency leadership and supervises staff to meet program goals and timelines.