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The purpose of this class is to manage and oversee the entire lifecycle of grants within the County, ensuring compliance with funding requirements while maximizing opportunities to secure external funding.
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
Research and identify grant opportunities that align with the County’s strategic objectives.
Works with departments to report damages to the County and State after a disaster.
Assists in developing and submitting the FEMA Damage Inventory through the FEMA Grants Portal
Manage awarded grants, including tracking deadlines, budgets, and compliance requirements.
Ensure adherence to funding guidelines, reporting timelines, and performance metrics.
Monitors and reconciles assigned funds, preparing all necessary reports that are required by state and/or federal law.
Audits contracts, orders and vouchers for regulatory compliance.
Ensure all grant activities comply with local, state, federal, and organizational regulations.
Facilitate audits and reviews related to grant-funded programs.
Develop and manage budgets for grant-funded projects.
Monitor expenditures and ensure alignment with grant terms.
Attends on-site inspections to review disaster damages with State and Federal inspectors.
Assists departments to develop FEMA repair and mitigation projects.
Researches, analyzes and reconciles project documentation for state and federal submission.
Prepares quarterly/annual reports and time extensions.
Updates and manages state and federal portals.
Interacts with and assist other county departments as needed.
Performs related work as assigned.
Requires bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration.
Requires two years of experience in government accounting, grants administration, general finance operations or closely related experience.
Prefers experience in FEMA Project documentation.
Department: Grant Administration
Salary: $53,089.00
The County of Galveston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.