Grants Admninistrator
Job in
Delaware, Delaware County, Ohio, 43015, USA
Listing for:
Government Jobs
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-08-12
Job specializations:
-
Government
Financial Compliance, Financial Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Grants Administrator
You can do great work and love what you do with the City of Delaware. We are an organization that succeeds because of teamwork, dedication, diversity, and the innovative spirit of all our employees. The City of Delaware is an award-winning local government organization known for its professionalism, customer service orientation and a strong commitment to distinctive and well-planned community development.
The work environment is stable with excellent benefits and retirement packages. Our mission is to ensure an effective government, a healthy economy, being a safe city and welcoming you to be a part of this great community.
Under the direction of the City Manager, the Grants Administrator is responsible for providing comprehensive grant management services involving all aspects of requirements for HUD Programs such as the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), programs offered through the Ohio Department of Development (ODOD) and other state and federal sources. Resulting grant-funded activities endeavor to promote development projects aligning with strategic planning processes and the City's Comprehensive Plan.
Additionally, the Grants Administrator serves as the staff liaison to the Historic Preservation Commission.
Essential Functions
For purposes of 42 USC 12101
Research, review, analyze, present, and coordinate appropriate funding sources for target projects. This includes evaluating eligibility requirements, compliance expectations, and alignment with organizational priorities.Prepare, monitor, and administer private, local, state, and federal grant programs including Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Research new grant opportunities in both the public and private realms, including foundations, philanthropic organizations, and estate-based giving programs, with a focus on understanding donor intent, funding priorities, and long-term relationship building.Prepare the grant application. This includes determining eligibility of projects from eligible entities, convening required public hearings with notice preparations, and preparing all appropriate forms and exhibits as required by the funding source. Complete documents for submission through the funding source's electronic grant application portal and ensure compliance with all required timelines and submission standards.Prepare the required environmental review record after funding approval to document project impact on the environment and obtain the release of funds for use on all activities for the specified project. This includes determining the appropriate level of review, preparing statutory checklists and public notices, coordinating with regulatory agencies, and submitting the request for release of funds to the funding agency.
Secure release of funds prior to work contract execution.Provide technical assistance to city staff throughout the grant period for execution of grant administration activities. Advise on procurement type and management of project activities. This includes, but is not limited to, grant agreement review, tracking milestones and deadlines, assistance with construction management practices, federal or state prevailing wage and labor compliance, materials/equipment procurement, RFQ/RFP processes for studies, program status reports, file setup and maintenance, and financial management per federal grant policies, audit guidelines, and standard municipal accounting practices.
This includes preparing and submitting grant drawdowns through an electronic grant management system, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring that appropriations are available within the budget for required matching funds before obligations are made.Coordinate with Finance to ensure all grant-related financial practices meet internal procedures, external audit requirements, and federal fiscal compliance standards. Maintain audit-ready records and collaborate with funding agencies during monitoring visits or financial reviews.Conduct community needs assessments as prerequisite planning tools for future funding needs. Prepare strategic plans and area plans, including…
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