Grants Strategy & Compliance Lead

Gila County; Payson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gila County is seeking a Grants Manager to serve as the central point of contact for grant administration, supporting development, administration, compliance, and reporting activities. The role collaborates with County departments to identify funding opportunities aligning with priorities and capital projects.

The position focuses on coordinating grant development, ensuring timely submissions, and maintaining compliance with funding agencies and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years in grant writing, admin, development, research, or project support.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Grant Professional Credential desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update the County’s grant strategy and funding opportunities.
• Prepare grant proposals and assist departments with eligibility and submission.
• Coordinate grant development with departments, finance, project managers, consultants and partners.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, tribal, and private fund requirements.
• Maintain grant documentation, calendars, budgets, and reporting.

Skills

Grant writing

Administrative support

Development

Research

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, English, Journalism, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Electronic grant management systems

Job description

Gila County is seeking a Grants Manager to serve as the central point of contact for grant administration, supporting development, administration, compliance, and reporting activities. The role collaborates with County departments to identify funding opportunities aligning with priorities and capital projects.

The position focuses on coordinating grant development, ensuring timely submissions, and maintaining compliance with funding agencies and reporting requirements.