Recreational Trails Grants Planner

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Missouri Department of Natural Resources seeks an Outdoor Recreation Grants Planner to lead the Recreational Trails Program across the state. You will oversee grant rounds, project oversight, risk assessments and workshops to ensure compliance and timely reimbursements.

You will provide technical assistance to applicants, prepare reports and participate in advisory board activities, with a focus on outdoor recreation impact and responsible stewardship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in grants management, accounting, parks and recreation, public administration, business admin, or related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience; substitutions allowed with education.
• Lean Six Sigma training and Missouri leadership programs preferred.
• Lack of post-secondary education not grounds for automatic denial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Recreational Trails Program, including grant rounds, active projects, risk assessments and site inspections.
• Manage reimbursements and closeouts for projects; monitor policy compliance (2 CFR 200 etc.).
• Coordinate OPSP updates, applications and administrative guides; assist with technical needs for applicants.
• Prepare reports and communications; lead or support board meetings and expense management.

Skills

Grants Management

Customer Service

Computer Skills

Oral and Written Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Grants Management, Accounting, Parks and Recreation, Public Administration, Business Administration, or closely related field

1-3 years of relevant experience

Lean Six Sigma training preferred

Missouri Way Leadership Academy or similar programs preferred

Tools

Salesforce

SharePoint

MOVERS

SAM II

Job description

Missouri Department of Natural Resources seeks an Outdoor Recreation Grants Planner to lead the Recreational Trails Program across the state. You will oversee grant rounds, project oversight, risk assessments and workshops to ensure compliance and timely reimbursements.

You will provide technical assistance to applicants, prepare reports and participate in advisory board activities, with a focus on outdoor recreation impact and responsible stewardship.