Senior Contract & Grant Manager – Federal Compliance

Department of Marine Resources; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 66,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Public Safety in Augusta, Maine, is seeking a managerial professional to coordinate contracts, grants, and compliance across state and federal programs. The role includes staff management, policy implementation, and ensuring fiscal accountability.

The position reports to senior leadership, oversees sub-recipients, and ensures adherence to complex guidelines while coordinating with internal divisions and external agencies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of budgetary techniques and financial administration.
• Knowledge of contracting, grant compliance, and auditing standards.
• Ability to develop and implement policy initiatives and monitor outcomes.
• Ability to supervise staff and manage cross-department collaboration.
• Proficient in data processing and general office software.

Responsibilities

• Administers agency contracts and grants to monitor expenditures and compliance.
• Consults with federal, state, and local agencies on contract/grant processes.
• Develops program guidelines and monitors compliance with federal requirements.
• Tracks budget information and revenue forecasting for the biennial budget.
• Audits sub-recipients and reviews internal controls for proper use of funds.
• Develops financial policies and procedures for agency and sub-recipients.

Skills

Laws and regulations knowledge

Budgeting & financial management

Grants management

GAAP & auditing standards

Policy development & implementation

Data processing & information systems

Contract & grant management

Staff supervision & leadership

Communication & writing

Computer literacy

Job description

Department of Public Safety in Augusta, Maine, is seeking a managerial professional to coordinate contracts, grants, and compliance across state and federal programs. The role includes staff management, policy implementation, and ensuring fiscal accountability.

The position reports to senior leadership, oversees sub-recipients, and ensures adherence to complex guidelines while coordinating with internal divisions and external agencies.