Program & Grants Support Specialist

RiseMe; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Forestry in Charlottesville seeks a Program Support Technician to provide essential program and administrative support across multiple DOF headquarters programs. Responsibilities include purchasing, travel, meetings, and event logistics, plus grant processing and record-keeping.

Applicants should have strong MS Office, Teams, and Google Workspace skills, and be able to analyze data and generate reports. A valid driver’s license and reliability are required.

Qualifications

• Considerable experience in general administrative and support activities.
• Data processing and computer skills; proficient with a PC and Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with virtual meeting spaces such as Teams and Google platforms; strong written and oral communication.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and work well in a team; tolerate interruptions in an open office.
• Must be able to sit at a computer for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide program and administrative support for Urban and Community Forestry, Watershed, and other DOF programs.
• Handle purchasing, travel reservations and reimbursements; register for meetings/conferences.
• Provide logistical and planning support for workshops, meetings, and trainings.
• Assist with processing grant applications, agreements, payments, and invoices; maintain records.
• Analyze data and prepare reports related to program updates and achievements.

Skills

Administrative support

Data processing

Teamwork

Customer service

Oral/written communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

Google Workspace

Outlook

Job description

The Department of Forestry in Charlottesville seeks a Program Support Technician to provide essential program and administrative support across multiple DOF headquarters programs. Responsibilities include purchasing, travel, meetings, and event logistics, plus grant processing and record-keeping.

Applicants should have strong MS Office, Teams, and Google Workspace skills, and be able to analyze data and generate reports. A valid driver’s license and reliability are required.