Grants Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Grants Specialist to join our team at Pinal County, AZ. As a Grants Specialist, you will be responsible for processing grant applications, grant awards, Memoranda of Understanding, intergovernmental agreements, and other grant program documents.

• Open and maintain grant and financial files and database records for grants submitted and accepted.
• Assist with the administration and approval process for grant program documents.
• Compile data for financial reports for restricted fund accounts and prepare grant fund financial reports as assigned.
• Assist with writing grant proposals and quarterly reports.
• Monitor grant fund expenditures and inventory supplies and equipment to ensure compliance with Federal, state, and local requirements and funding agency policies and standards.
• Advise supervisors of grant program reporting issues, provide assistance and technical information to PCSO staff, and explain grant program rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Collect, compile, and maintain data on PCSO grant programs.
• Process reports for all Federal awards for the annual Schedule of Expenses of Federal (SEFA) awards and maintain and balance all PCSO grant cost centers.
• Maintain the integrity, professionalism, values, and goals of the Sheriff's Office by ensuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) years of related professional experience.
• Valid Arizona State Driver's License.
• Must pass thorough background investigation.
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant higher education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

• Additional technical training and certifications may be required at the direction of the Sheriff.

• Knowledge of Sheriff's Office policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Knowledge of public sector accounting and reconciliation practices.
• Knowledge of Federal and state grant and special fund accounting regulations and accountability standards.
• Skill in understanding and applying grant program standards, Federal and state rules and regulations, and County policies.
• Skill in compiling technical and statistical information to prepare grant proposals and technical reports.
• Ability to maintain electronic records, files, and databases.
• Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
• Ability to follow and effectively communicate verbal and written instructions.