Grants Compliance Coordinator I - TMS - Public Transit

Job Summary Collier County strives to be an employer of choice, and many of our employees build long‑term careers with us. The salary listed in the job description reflects the full pay range for this position, from entry level through advanced career stages. New employees are hired at or near the entry point shown, depending on qualifications and relevant experience. The Public Transit section is seeking a highly motivated and detail‑oriented individual to join our team as a Grants Coordinator I. This position administers grant programs within the Transportation Management Services Department and provides technical assistance as needed. Work involves oversight of federal and state grants; monitoring grant activity, timeliness, and compliance; and oversees preparation of progress updates and reporting as required by grantors. Essential Functions Coordinates all implementation aspects of assigned grants, including working with the County Attorney’s office, the Finance Department of the Clerk of Courts, the grantor agencies, internal and external auditors, the Procurement Division, the Corporate Financial Management Services Grant Management Office, and any external third‑party organization performing a component of the grant management process. Reviews compliant scopes of work and schedule of deliverables and budget for written agreements based on the grant applications and regulations; monitors same throughout program execution; prepares agreement amendments, as needed, and receives Board of County Commissioners (BCC) approval. Oversees timely and compliant conclusion of the grant program by working closely with all stakeholders to provide guidance on program completion, submission and review of compliant pay requests, and compliant completion of all deliverables identified in the agreement. Prepares and maintains detailed work plans for each agreement with key deadlines and requirements; formally meets monthly with all partners assigned and assures program objectives are met; provides technical assistance during program execution to partners. Acts as program subject matter expert in monitoring all partners; assuring all elements of program compliance are met; and supervises completion of monitoring‑related corrective action plans. Works closely with all stakeholders including the assigned grant accountant on all common requirements to assure timely and compliant grant completion, including aspects such as executive summary development, match requirements, program income or other revenue tracking and usage. May process purchase orders, review work orders and change orders; prepares draws for reimbursement and conducts invoice reviews to process program payments. Conducts or attends interdivisional meetings regarding identifying community needs, implementing activities, and identifying funding needs; assists with preparation of materials for BCC authorization, such as executive summaries, and resolutions, and coordinates with the accountant on development of budget amendments. Assists in the administration and implementation of each grant‑related activity; works with the Contract Administration Specialist on requests for proposals for design/engineering and contractor; attends pre‑construction conference to review state and federal regulations; obtains wage decision and interviews workers on job site; certifies payrolls; works with participating parties; tracks expenditures. Reviews grant agreement documents to ensure all grant final requirements have been met. Establishes and maintains compliant grant program files with needed information for audit and monitoring purposes. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required. One (1) year of related experience. Candidates without a degree should possess four (4) additional years of related experience. Fingerprinting required. Licenses / Certificates Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License with any applicable endorsement(s) to drive a County vehicle as provided in CMA 5805. Supplemental Information Salary offers above the minimum of the pay grade may be considered based on qualifications. Essential employees may be required to work during an undeclared emergency and/or declared emergency. On an incident‑by‑incident basis, the County’s Administrative Office will make the determination as to who will be required to work. This job posting is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. Benefits Collier County BCC offers a variety of benefits to both regular full‑and part‑time employees. Click here to view the comprehensive benefits package we have to offer when you join our team. #J-18808-Ljbffr