Grant Coordinator OWQ Date Posted: Oct 2, 2024 Requisition ID: 450310 Location: Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204 Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. About Indiana Department of Environmental Management: Our mission is to implement federal and state regulations to protect human health and the environment while allowing the environmentally sound operations of industrial, agricultural, commercial, and governmental activities vital to a prosperous economy. We issue air, water, and solid and hazardous waste permits that restrict discharges to environmentally safe levels. Staff members inspect and monitor regulated entities; provide compliance and technical assistance; monitor and assess air, land, and water quality; use enforcement actions as necessary to ensure compliance; and respond to incidents involving spills to soil or waters of the state. Role Overview: This position exists within the Surface Water and Operations Branch/Operations Section of the Office of Water Quality (OWQ) of the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM). This position reports to the Section Chief of the Operations Section and is responsible for providing analysis for grants management. This position develops, coordinates, and administers grants. It coordinates, reviews, evaluates, and reports on grants at various stages to ensure grant compliance. This position will also serve as the liaison to agency staff and EPA. This postion will be responsible for: + Providing expertise in the development, implementation, and administration of the OWQ grant budgets, including but not limited to Indiana’s Clean Water Act (CWA) and Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) + Review, Provide feedback, and Partner with OWQ staff and other IDEM programs to prepare grant application and amendment packages + Develop and coordinate grant budgets with program staff. Grant budgets include state and federal cost categories relating to the operation of OWQ + Advise OWQ managers and program staff on the eligibility requirements and uses for expenditures under each grant + Monitor grant expenditures with regard to grant end dates to ensure complete expenditures for federal grant funds in an accurate and timely manner + Auditng grant accounts and verify accuracy of expenditures for grants + Advise program staff on technical reporting requirements in grant awards + Addresses workflow issues using verbal and written communication and assist in the development and implementation of internal guidelines and procedures Salary Statement: The salary for this position traditionally starts at $39,000.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience. Check out our Compensation Calculator (https://in.accessgov.com/spd/Forms/Page/spd/compensation-calculator/0) to see how much this salary is worth after employer funded benefits! A Day in the Life: The essential functions of this role are as follows: + Provide resource information to potential recipients on types of grants available, federal and agency requirements for obtaining grants and process of applying for grants. + Assist potential recipients in the grant application process making recommendations on possible changes, if needed and frequently, writing and/or reviewing grant applications. + Make recommendations to supervisors on needs of potential recipients. + Assist and review grant application recipients and aid in interpretation of grant rules and regulations. + Research and review new grants and existing grant requirements. The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. What You'll Need for Success: You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment: + One (1) year of experience in grant programs or program planning. + Basic knowledge of grants, the grant application process and rules and regulations pertaining to grants applicable to assigned programs. + Working knowledge of programs, program planning, public administration, and the political system as they relate to the grant process. + Ability to research new procedures, rules, and regulations. + Effective communication skills. Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana: The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: + Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans + Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards + Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution + Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities + Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match + Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options + A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: + 150 hours of paid new parent leave + Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave + Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off + 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years + Education Reimbursement Program + Group life insurance + Referral Bonus program + Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits + Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program + Free Parking for most positions + Free LinkedIn Learning access Equal Employment Opportunity: The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected] . The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application. Current Employee? 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