JOB INFORMATION

Exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; full-benefits

This professional and managerial position in the Division of Energy and Environment (DEE) in the Office of the County Executive is responsible for seeking grant opportunities, providing fiscal services, writing, coordinating, and monitoring submissions of grant applications and required periodic reports for Federal, State, local organizations. Supervision is received from the Director, Division of Energy and Environment.

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions. For transfers and promotions, wage rates are calculated per County policy.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Vesting after 5 years of service
- Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
Coming soon-early 2025: Employee Health Center with no or low cost primary and urgent care

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly write or provide technical assistance in writing and submitting Federal, State, local and other grant applications, to include federal and state Electric Vehicle infrastructure programs, Federal Emergency Management Agency Programs, Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust fund, and other grants as applicable
Utilize a standardized system to process, track, report, and document financial transactions for grants
Prepare and monitor Division grant budgets
Review the need for budget adjustments and make recommendations to the Director
Provide fiscal support to grant programs to analyze costs and track expenses for both personnel and supplies
Offer oversight and provide assistance to grant programs
Conduct research on available government and private foundation grants for Climate, Energy and Environment
Provide guidance on grant writing and compliance best practice, particularly for federal grants
Monitor awarded grants to ensure compliance with grant and legal requirements
Monitor and prepare periodic reports required by grantor (e.g. activity, financial) for approval by the Director
Coordinate with County Finance Division, County Attorney's Office, and other officials as necessary for grant management and oversight
Prepare concurrence packages for routing and approval
Facilitate cooperative efforts with other agencies and community organizations, and serve as liaison between Frederick County DEE and other Federal, State and local entities regarding grants
Assist in the procurement of outside technical assistance for reviewing and/or preparing grants when appropriate
Serve as the principal subject matter expert for DEE concerning grants and related contract awards, including internal or external audits
Monitor implementation of grant funded projects ensuring compliance with legal, fiscal and funder requirements
Analyze and evaluate use of grant funds, making recommendations for modifications as appropriate
Implement and maintain tracking of grant activities for audit, budget and statistical purposes
Attend inter- and intra-agency meetings regarding grants
Visit project sites and attend off-site meetings with grantors as needed
Establish and maintain a resource library of grant information
Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Public Administration, Management, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of mid-level professional financial work experience, that must include a background in grant writing and financial reporting
Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
NOTE: Additional years of closely related work experience may substitute for a portion of the education requirement

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, laws, and regulations associated with grants
Strong mathematical and clerical skills including the ability to accurately compile and verify data, and to prepare and maintain files, records, forms, spreadsheets, etc.
Ability to understand budget concepts, familiarity with basic financial reporting
Ability to prioritize work and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision
Discretion and good judgment in dealing with financial matters and other confidential/sensitive information
Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills including the ability to write reports, memos, policies, and procedures, etc. that are clear, concise, accurate and complete, using proper grammar and format
Strong and effective spoken and written communication skills, including the ability to record information accurately and prepare technical reports
Ability to effectively organize work, determine priorities (and reassess as needed), establish and monitor timelines, manage multiple projects simultaneously and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision
Ability to effectively access and utilize computerized systems and equipment to complete assigned duties
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, professional peers, volunteer personnel and the general public, as well as ability to effectively work as a team member and on individual assignments

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:

Experience with Electric Vehicle & Infrastructure, Building Energy, Clean Energy, Stormwater, or Emergency Management Agency Grants
Experience with INFOR financial system
Experience reading and evaluating grant opportunities and making recommendations on what grants are best suited to apply for based on requirements, funding, and overall agency strategy
Experience managing grant awards

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit and walk; occasionally drive and rarely lift up to 20 pounds and climb (ascend/descend)
While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly work indoors; occasionally work outdoors; and rarely walk on uneven ground, work in hot temperatures above 100 degrees, cold temperatures below 32 degrees, work in dirty and dusty environments and work near machinery

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

Ability to provide own transportation to meetings, etc.
Available for varied working hours to accommodate meetings, office staffing needs, etc.

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):

An evaluation of training and experience
One or more interviews

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