Regional Grant Specialist Temp

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a NS-Planning, Economic Development (S) professional to support the Grants Administration staff. You will review grant applications, approve ROAP reports, and assist the Grants Administration Manager in coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

The role may temporarily serve as a Regional Grant Specialist during vacancies or peak periods, requiring strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of experience in the collection and analysis of economic and social data and information, or in the administration of public transportation programs or services.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may qualify.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve grant applications and monthly ROAP reports.
• Assist Grants Administration staff and serve as Regional Grant Specialist during vacancies or heavy workload.
• Coordinate with internal and external customers including sub-recipients, finance officers, and government officials.

Skills

Knowledge of public transportation law

Analytical planning techniques

Office software proficiency

Communication and discretion

Interpersonal collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience in data analysis or public transportation programs

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Access

Job description

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

Transit

Job Classification Title NS-Planning , Economic Development (S)

Position Number 65021661

Grade TS

About Us

It's the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

The position is responsible for supporting the Grants Administration staff made up of the Grants Administration Manager, Grants Administrator, and 4 Regional Grant Specialists with reviewing and approving grant applications, reviewing and approving monthly ROAP reports, and other tasks to support the unit. This position will also temporarily serve as a Regional Grant Specialist in the event of a vacancy or a staff absence, and during periods of heavy workloads or deadlines. This employee works under the supervision of the Grants Administration Manager. In order to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of the position and to complete assigned tasks on time, the employee must work and interact cooperatively with a number of individuals on a daily basis; internal customers, internal to NCDOT customers, and external customers (sub-recipient staff to include transportation systems finance officers and directors, nonprofit agency board of directors and local government officials).

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC11 $26.64 - $38.22

• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations affecting public transportation, public transportation modes, and their interrelationships.
• Knowledge of analytical planning techniques and their application in the area of public transportation, principles and practices of grant administration.
• Experience using computer skills with software efficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel and Access.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and discretion in establishing, applying and interpreting a variety of administrative and managerial policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in oral and written format and establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of state, federal and local government officials, planners, community leaders, as well as representatives of private concerns.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an \"equivalent combination of education and experience.\" If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in the collection and analysis of economic and social data and information, or in the administration of public transportation programs or services; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order 303 , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

EEO Statement

T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.