Description

If you’re reading this ad, you’re probably looking for a change. If you want meaningful work where you can make a direct impact on your community, enjoy the best benefits package around, and save for retirement, look no further. At Pinal County, we are celebrating 150 years of serving our community and improving the lives of our residents every day. If you’re considering making a change, think about contributing to the services and infrastructure that directly affect our citizens. Help us shape the next 150 years! p.s. don’t forget to check out our amazing benefits package. 

 

Additionally, collaborate with a talented team committed to making Pinal County an outstanding place for residents and staff. Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU.  

Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job. 

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Coordinate grant funding and resource development programs for Pinal County, including needs assessment, research, proposals, procurement, partnership development, and program management, coordinate all grant applications submitted by the County, and assist departments with grant projects under general supervision.

TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Research and identify grant funded programs available from state, Federal, Tribal and corporate sources that meet County needs and are consistent with the strategic goals.
• Develops proposals to apply for available grant-funded resources and write and edit grant proposals, budgets, contracts, recommendations, communications, and quarterly reports.
• Lead and coordinate the approval and submittal of County applications for grant funds and special programs.
• Lead and coordinate the approval and submittal of County applications for public and private funds.
• Write and edit grant proposals, budgets, contracts, recommendations, communications, and summary reports.
• Facilitate the application process as needed and research, acquire, and maintain County statistics and resource information to support grant applications and meet funding agency requirements.
• Coordinate the application submittals and mandatory reporting for grant fund programs and assure the program activities and procedures are in compliance with state and Federal rules and regulations and County policies and procedures.
• Advise County management on grant program issues, negotiations, and procedures, provide assistance and technical information to County staff, and explain grant program rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. I am running a few minutes late; my previous meeting is running over.
• Assure effective communication and coordination of grant proposals, projects, and opportunities.
• Supervise staff, plan work, assign projects and assure work quality and timely accomplishment of assigned duties.
• Collect, compile, analyze, and maintain data on County programs.
• Maintain the integrity, professionalism, values, and goals of the County by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES - HOUSING 

• Ongoing quality control of tenant files for determining eligibility, income and asset calculations, file compliance requirements, etc.
• Review a sampling of records and files for compliance in accordance with HUD Regulations and Housing Authority policies and procedures.
• This position will review housing program implementation, including eligibility determination and notices to participants and owners.
• Assisting with preparing and reviewing data and records for Section Eight Management Assessment Program submission and financial audits.
• Submit completed 50058 reports to the IMS/PIC; identify and track errors and ensure corrections are made; provide technical support in compliance, data collection, and analysis for housing programs.
• Providing oversight and direction to the Housing Specialist on compliance issues, identifying areas of improvement, and providing internal training to the Housing Specialist on common mistakes.  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK

• Associate’s degree in Business or Public Administration or related field. 
• Three (3) years of experience in in government grant applications and research.
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Arizona residents must have an Arizona Driver’s License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire.
• Special training and certifications through HUD and Arizona Department of Economic Security.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of grant application and administration process and procedures.
• Knowledge of principles of grant fund accounting, budgets, contracts, procurement, and records management. 
• Knowledge of Federal and state public housing program regulations and eligibility requirements, including Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and Section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937, and amendments.
• Knowledge of regional community service agencies and other public assistance programs.
• Skill in understanding and applying program standards, public sector fund accounting procedures, applicable Federal and state rules and regulations, and County policies and procedures.
• Skill in understanding and applying grant program standards, Federal and state rules and regulations, and County policies.
• Skill in analyzing and compiling technical and statistical information to prepare grant proposals and technical reports.
• Ability to use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is medium and requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.  The work also requires the ability to finger, handle, grasp, perform repetitive motion, hear, speak, stand, walk, operate motor vehicles, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

 We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications.  The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.
 

All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available.  Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT).

Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening.  If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law.  

Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description. 

This position is Grant Funded and continued employment is contingent upon available funding.