Grants Management Training Specialist

Position: GRANTS MANAGEMENT TRAINING SPECIALIST
ARIZONA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF STRATEGIC PLANNING & BUDGETING
GRANTS & FEDERAL RESOURCES
GRANTS MANAGEMENT TRAINING SPECIALIST This position is currently grant funded with a salary range of $74,, dependent on experience.
A wide salary range is posted for this position and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis which considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority as compared to others doing substantially similar work. There is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.

Job Location:

1700 West Washington Street Phoenix, Arizona 85007 Posting Details:
Annual Salary Range: $74,000 - $85,000 This position will close on Monday October 12, 2026

Job Summary:

The Governor’s Office of Strategic Planning and Budgeting (OSPB) is seeking a highly motivated and public service minded individual to serve on the Grants and Federal Resources Team (GFRT) within OSPB. The Grants Management Training Specialist will be responsible for providing foundational grants management training and development, and supporting the statewide transition to an enterprise Grants Management System (GMS).

This position plays a pivotal role in building a culture of continuous learning and improvement of statewide grant practices and engagement through training initiatives, including foundational grant support, course development, and onboarding.

The Grants Management Training Specialist will work as a member of the GFR Training Team to support the statewide grants community. The ideal candidate is a dynamic learning professional with proven expertise in instructional design and training delivery.

They are a passionate advocate for professional development, a concise communicator, and an adaptable trainer capable of driving organizational change.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, OSPB will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our team strives to create and maintain an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming work environment.

Job Duties:

The Grants Management Training Specialist key job responsibilities will include:

• Act as a representative for the Governor’s Office within the scope of responsibility, maintaining high standards of personal, and professional accountability
• Support the statewide GMS transition and implementation by onboarding state agency staff into the system, serving as the main point of contact for agency transition issues, and creating materials to bridge the gap between implementation and user proficiency
• Evaluate training delivery and effectiveness through assessments, surveys, and feedback and use the results to revise and improve training programs
• Stay updated on federal and state grants guidance and legislation such as Uniform Grant Guidance (UGG) and state and federal laws and regulations
• Design training programs using various instructional techniques and formats, including in-person workshops, e-learning, and virtual webinars
• Lead and facilitate training sessions and workshops, ensuring a positive and engaging learning experience for participants
• Execute communication plans by writing and editing content for emails, newsletters, websites, and training aids

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of Uniform Grant Guidelines (UGG), federal and state statutes, laws, rules, and regulations
• Knowledge and experience in learning management systems (LMS) and other training technology platforms
• Knowledge of instructional design principles and adult learning theory

Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint), Google Suite, and comfortable navigating new software products and applications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills…