Grants and Fiscal Programs Administrator

Overview

This role is responsible for the planning, development, implementation, and ongoing management of grant-funded and contract-supported programs, including the creation and maintenance of fiscal systems, compliance frameworks, and cost allocation methodologies. The position ensures full compliance with applicable federal regulations (including Uniform Guidance), state procurement requirements, and funding award conditions.

The incumbent operates with significant independence and serves as a primary authority on grant fiscal compliance, contract administration, and interagency funding coordination. The role works closely with Judiciary leadership, program managers, external funding agencies, and cross-government partners to ensure effective, compliant, and strategically aligned use of public funds.

Starting salary is $31.54 per hour. This position will be eligible for longevity increases in accordance with the State step pay plan and annual cost of living increases as enacted by the Vermont State Legislature.

• 12 days of vacation and sick leave are earned per year.
• 14 holidays are paid per year.
• Group life and medical insurance are available.
• Dental coverage is effective after six months.
• Membership in the Vermont State Employees Retirement System
• Long-term retirement investment plan available (457 Plans)

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, public administration, business administration, or related field AND five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in:

• federal and/or state grant administration,
• governmental accounting or fiscal management,
• contract and procurement oversight,
• financial compliance or audit functions, or
• administration of complex, multi-funded public programs.

OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Advanced knowledge of federal and state grant administration frameworks.
• Strong expertise in governmental accounting, fiscal management, and cost allocation methodologies.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations, funding requirements, and procurement rules.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to evaluate complex financial and programmatic data.
• Ability to design and implement fiscal systems and compliance frameworks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical reporting and policy development.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across agencies, programs, and external partners.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a high-accountability, deadline-driven environment.

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status.

The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.