Regional Grant Specialist Temp

NCDOT; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a Regional Grant Specialist to support the Grants Administration team in Wake County. You will review and approve grant applications, and monthly ROAP reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

This temporary role may serve as regional lead during vacancies or heavy workload, requiring collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and strong data analysis skills. A relevant degree and experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of federal/state laws affecting public transportation and grant programs.
• Experience using Office software to analyze and present data.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve grant applications and related documents.
• Review and approve monthly ROAP reports and support unit tasks.

Skills

Grant administration

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Oral & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Two years of experience in data analysis or public transportation programs

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Access

Job description

## Regional Grant Specialist TempApply: Wake County, NC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: September 24, 2026 (6 days left to apply): JR-124266**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**Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date. 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**Management prefers applicants with the following:*** 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.****It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.**