Grants Specialist Iv

Position Title

GRANTS SPECIALIST IV –

• Manage the development, determination of needs, drafting, routing, and editing of Statements of Work (SOWs) for projects procured through competitive and non‑competitive procurements.
• Draft procurement templates and provide direct support to program staff in selecting the most appropriate procurement method for goods and services.
• Act as Contract Manager on SOWs for the Bureau.
• Work with purchasing staff on revisions required for SOWs.
• Manage issued purchase orders with SOWs, approve deliverables, process invoices, and maintain documentation.
• Maintain and manage the purchasing tracker for the Bureau and prepare related reports and analyses.
• Approve budgets and invoices for SOWs.
• Review and analyze policies, procedures, statutes, and other directives affecting the purchasing process; recommend improvements and identify potential issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge and experience with State of Florida procurement and purchasing processes.
• Knowledge and experience with Florida contract management requirements.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to perform operational and management analysis activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of State purchasing rules and regulations.

• Employee in the State Personnel System.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Experience in contract management and purchasing.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• At least two years of experience writing and editing professional documents.
• Experience drafting Statements of Work.
• Experience in budget or fiscal management.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Veterans must provide supporting documentation with each submission.

TALLAHASSEE, FL, 32301

• Annual and sick leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options including health, life, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
• Retirement plan options with employer contributions.

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

Security background check and/or drug screening required. The candidate will be required to complete the Form I‑9 with E‑Verify verification. The successful candidate may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, or after normal work hours.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the hiring authority in advance.