Grants Specialist

ATTORNEY GENERAL (DEPT OF LAW) GRANTS SPECIALIST

Job Location:

Address: 2005 N CENTRAL AVE, PHOENIX, AZ 85004

Posting Details:
Salary: $56,098 - $84,000 | Grade: 24 | Closing Date: 01/27/2026

Job Summary:

The Arizona Attorney General’s Office Operations Division/Budget & Finance Section is seeking a Grants Specialist. The Grants Specialist, under the direction of the Grants Manager, will provide critical and technical expertise across all phases of the grant cycle. This includes conducting thorough research to identify funding opportunities, preparing and submitting grant applications, and managing the administration of awarded grants. The specialist will oversee grant management activities, ensuring that all financial and programmatic reporting requirements are met.

This includes monitoring progress, tracking expenditures, and maintaining accurate records of procurement and inventory associated with the grant projects. Additionally, the Grant Specialist will be responsible for facilitating the closeout process of grants, ensuring that all deliverables are completed and that final reports comply with federal and state regulations. The role encompasses a dual responsibility, as it involves both the duties of grant recipient and grant awarding.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely two days a week, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

• Coordinate with AGO leadership, procurement, and relevant stakeholders for grants awarded by the office. This will consist of providing pre-award presentations, reviewing grant applications, and providing notice of awards. Ensuring all necessary documents and information are submitted accurately and on time.
• Coordinate with program leadership to prepare, review, and complete grant applications, budget development, and project proposals ensuring all necessary documents and information are submitted timely and accurately.
• Prepare, monitor, and administer the progress of active grants, ensuring all monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting and compliance requirements are met. Processes extensions, appeals, revisions, amendments, and close-outs. Maintaining accurate and organized records of all grant-related information.
• Communicate regularly with grantees and grantors to provide updates on project progress and address any questions or concerns. Provides technical assistance with internal and external grant guidance, policies and procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Conduct audit duties including site visits and follow up on corrective action plans.
• Researches and identify new grant opportunities that support agency initiatives and programs.
• Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

• Knowledge of grant principles and practices including State grant requirements and code of Federal Regulations 2 CFR
• Knowledge of different office tools such as Excel, access, eCivis, and AZ360

• Strong organizational and analytical skills with focus on attention to detail
• Effective writing skills and research techniques
• Financial administration

• Abilities to communication clearly and effectively with different groups both internal and external.
• Ability to understand and communicate, grant and financial terminology
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects
• Serve as a resource for the organization and outside entities applying for grants

2 years experience of government grant management experience. Grants Management certification & training.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
• Travel is required for this position. A valid Arizona Driver’s License is required, along with consent to have your driving record run periodically.
• All applicants under serious consideration for hire with the Attorney General's Office are required to be fingerprinted by the Office and complete a criminal background check through State and Federal agencies. A job offer cannot be tendered until the candidate has successfully passed the initial background check. Your…