Grant Specialist

Position Number:  | Pay Plan:
Career Service | Salary: $43,632.68 |

Work Location:

St. Augustine, FL.

The mission of the Florida Department of Military Affairs is to provide management oversight of the Florida National Guard and to support national, state, and community programs that add value to the United States of America and to the State of Florida.

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Tuition Waiver for Public College Courses
• Training Opportunities
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• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Four (4) years of full‑time, professional experience in managing grants, contracts, or related activities.

• Administer and manage the execution and implementation of Cooperative Agreements, Grants, and numerous state contracts.
• Prepare, administer, and manage Interagency Agreements, Grants, and other state contracts.
• Monitor and review the implementation of established policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with Grants, Contracts, and Cooperative Agreements.
• Provide technical assistance to Department, Division, and Staff.
• Prepare periodic progress and evaluation reports on Grants, Contracts, and Cooperative Agreements administrative activities.
• Renew recurring contracts annually without lapse in service; review contracts and bids/solicitations for the purchasing office at Camp Blanding Joint Training Center.
• Prepare formal Invitations to Bid, Requests for Proposal, and Invitations to Negotiate; advertise on the Vendor Bid System for items exceeding $25,000.

• Knowledge of the procedures and practices of contracts and purchasing.
• Knowledge of principles and techniques of effective communication.
• Knowledge of data collection methods.
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the purchasing process.
• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetical calculations.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to utilize problem‑solving techniques.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to maintain purchasing records.

The State of Florida and the Department of Military Affairs participate in the E‑Verify program. Federal law requires that all employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of any person hired to work in the United States.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, must register with the Selective Services System before their 26th birthday or provide an exemption letter.

All members of the Florida Retirement System must contribute 3% of their salary on a pre‑tax basis. Retirees should verify how re‑employment may affect current benefits.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (e.g., DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) as required by Rule 55A‑7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.