Grants Administrator 1​/2 Flex

Job Description

The Division of Community and Regional Affairs

is recruiting for a flex Grants Administrator 1/2 located in Anchorage or Fairbanks!

Our mission at DCRA is to focus on consistent community communication and collaboration. This position will make important and lasting contributions to communities in Alaska by supporting and implementing grant programs with non-profits, private agencies and government entities throughout the State of Alaska. This position will interpret, explain and apply grant related laws, regulations, or policies to grantees to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements as well as guidance to recipients on allowable costs, proper reimbursement documentation and progress reporting.

The Division of Community and Regional Affairs (DCRA) mission is to help Alaska’s communities build sustainable economies and a means of self-governance.

DCRA has been an advocate for our state’s communities since its creation in 1959 by constitutional mandate under Article X of the Alaska Constitution. DCRA’s purpose is to provide for maximum local self-government with a minimum of local government units, and to prevent duplication of tax-levying jurisdictions. DCRA was established to advise and assist local governments, review their activities, collect and publish local government information and perform other duties as prescribed by law.

At DCRA, you will be joining a team of employees who demonstrate a high level of initiative, excellent interpersonal skills, ability to adapt to a changing environment, and an interest in working with rural Alaska communities.

In Anchorage, the position in located on the 16th floor of the Atwood building the candidate will have wonderful views of Anchorage, as well as great downtown local dining opportunities within walking distance from the office. Covered parking in the Linny Pacillo parking garage is provided. In Fairbanks the position is located at 455 3

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Avenue, in the heart of downtown with local coffee and dining options within walking distance. The candidate will be part of a dynamic team of professionals who enjoy working with the communities they serve.

Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

Identifies rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or other information; analyzes information and makes correct inferences or draws accurate conclusions.

Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.

Knowledge of methods and procedures for processing direct and reimbursable program funds (for example, automatic and funded reimbursements, interagency agreements, transfer appropriations), grants, loans, and credit programs.

Knowledge of principles, laws, regulations, policies, practices, and guidelines (for example, Executive Orders, Code of Federal Regulations, OMB circulars) of grant or agreement programs, including their order of precedence.

Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in

Knowledge of traditional accounting practices including accrual, obligations, and costs methods.

Uses information technology in accessing, collecting, analyzing, maintaining, and disseminating data and information.

Is thorough when performing work and conscientious…