Grants Administrator - Grants Specialist Senior

• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/08/2026
• Closing Date: 10/28/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Administration Dept / Administration-MAPE
• Division/Unit:
  Developmental Disabilities Council
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $30.76 - $45.26 / hourly; $64,226 - $94,502 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status:
  Non-exempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The mission of the Minnesota Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities (DD Council) is to provide information, education, and training to build knowledge, develop skills, and change attitudes that will lead to increased independence, productivity, self-determination, integration, and inclusion (IPSII) for people with developmental disabilities and their families.

In this dynamic and dedicated team of three (3) individuals, we are seeking a Grants Administrator to administer the federal grants program under the Developmental Disabilities Act (P.L. 106-402) by carrying out the program goals of the Five Year Plan; serve as staff to the Grant Review Committee of the Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities; compile all data and prepare the annual Program Performance Report;

support a 25-member Council, grantees, and contractors; and perform other duties as necessary to meet our statutory obligations.

This position is eligible for up to a 50% hybrid telework arrangement. With a telework arrangement, additional onsite attendance may be required for team meetings or as requested by management to meet business needs. Completion of a telework agreement will be required. Please review the Telework Policy for details.

• Two (2) years experience of advanced professional level work with contracts and/or grant programs.
• Experience interpreting the legal aspects of grants and contracts to navigating multiple layers of institutional, system, state, federal, and grantor policies to maintain existing and pursue new grant opportunities.
• Knowledge of accounting and financial practices and principles to review grant financial reports and recognize problems.
• Critical thinking and analytical skills to interpret policy and procedures that may be ambiguous or not well-defined; review progress and financial reports; and determine eligibility and compliance with requirements, state statutes, and grant management policies.
• Skill in human relations to tactfully communicate with clients when problems arise and develop strong working relationships with local, state, and federal officials.
• Proficiency with software related to grants management, spreadsheets, and word processing.
• Organizational skills to manage records, work on multiple projects, and meet deadlines with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Experience with public sector financial or grants management.
• Knowledge of the Developmental Disabilities Act, OMB circulars, and best practices in developmental disabilities.
• Knowledgeable about information, resources, and access for individuals with disabilities.
• Champion change by continuously seeking improvement practices, along with examining best practices.
• Cultural competency, sensitivity, and awareness of differences, barriers, opportunities, and other various backgrounds.
• Possess strong self-awareness and high emotional intelligence.

Successful applicant must pass a criminal background check through American Databank and employment reference checks prior to employment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring practices.

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