Grant Management Specialist

5 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States beBee Careers Full time

Job Summary

The Grants Manager is responsible for overseeing the management and administration of federal, state, and private grant funds received by the City. This includes managing HUD-funded grants, coordinating public hearings and trainings, and preparing financial and programmatic reports.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee a portfolio of Human Service, Community Development, and Arts and Culture grants managed and administered by six City Departments
  • Analyze current and past spending patterns and forecast revenue to make recommendations for budget appropriation
  • Manage the budget setup for grant funds in the City's financial management system and associated amendments
  • Monitor the disbursement of appropriations to City departments
  • Assist with the delegate agency contracting process, including reviewing requests for proposals (RFPs) and policy development
  • Provide grant training to operating departments on amendments to grant requirements, process, and procedural requirements

Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a directly related field
  • Five years of work experience in program compliance, grants administration, financial management, accounting, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience


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