Grant Project Specialist

Salary: $29.41 - $35.29 Hourly
Location : 4872 Endeavor Drive, Johnstown, CO
Job Type: Limited Term
Job Number: 202600326
Department: Board of County Commissioners
Opening Date: 08/26/2026
Closing Date: 9/18/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Full/Part Time: Full Time


Overview


The Office of Emergency Management is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, proactive, and collaborative Grant Project Specialist to support the implementation, coordination, and administration of multiple local, state, and federal grant-funded projects.


This position requires a self-motivated individual who can manage their own schedule and tasks to ensure goals and objectives are met.

This position will work with a variety of partners with varying schedules. The typical workweek is M-F during workdays, but flexibility is needed for nights and weekend activities as required. Occasional travel to meeting sites is required. Mileage is reimbursable, and a county vehicle is available.

This is a term-limited grant-funded position. Individuals hired into limited-term positions are eligible for County benefits; however, the position is limited in duration, depending on available funding or business need.

To be considered for this position, you must upload a resume and a cover letter with your application.

Responsibilities
What you'll be doing:

• Collaborating with internal and external partners to support successful grant project execution.
• Coordinating and facilitating project meetings, activities, and follow-up.
• Preparing financial reimbursement packages and project progress reports.
• Maintaining accurate grant and project documentation.
• Monitoring project timelines, deliverables, and budgets to ensure requirements and deadlines are met.
• Developing materials to communicate project activities, progress, and status.
• Assisting with other grant project coordination and administrative needs.

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What we're looking for:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of grant processes, particularly grant compliance requirements.
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate effectively with a variety of partners, audiences, and organizations.
• Basic understanding of financial and accounting processes and systems.
• Strong meeting facilitation and coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively in stressful environments, including post-disaster recovery situations.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to think systematically and manage multiple priorities at once.

Qualifications


All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent education, from an accredited college or university with a degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field required. Equivalency is based on one (1) year of professional experience equaling one year of college work.
• Three (3) years of experience in research or public administration, including experience in grant administration, grant management, grant coordination, obtaining funding for grants projects and programs, and grant writing required. One (1) year of professional experience may be equivalent to a combination of education and experience.
• Possess reliable transportation to be able to work at various locations as needed and required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Benefits
Here's what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits.
Supplemental Information
Do you speak Spanish? You may be eligible to receive extra pay from Larimer County's Second Language Compensation Program. To learn more about the program, visit:
All new employees and rehires will be required to submit fingerprints for a CBI criminal background check (c.r.s. 26-6-104).

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.


All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the listed closing date.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.
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To be considered for this position, you must upload a resume and a cover letter with your application. Did you remember to attach these documents to your application?

• Yes
• No

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Please choose one of the Larimer County guiding principles listed that you feel most applies to you and this position - Larimer County will add value to the lives of its citizens today and in the future by:

• Being good stewards of public resources.
• Promoting innovation, adaptability, and committing to continuous improvement.
• Providing consistent quality customer service.
• Empowering people to take responsibility.
• Cultivating collaborative partnerships.
• Being a fulfilling, respectful, and enjoyable place to work.

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Based on your choice in the previous question, describe how you would apply this guiding principle in this position.
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Are you a current or previous employee of Larimer County?

• Yes
• No

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This position requires being 18 years of age or older.Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree, or equivalent education, from an accredited college or university with a degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field? Equivalency is based on one (1) year of professional experience equaling one year of college work.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least three (3) years of experience in research or public administration, including experience in grant administration, grant management, grant coordination, obtaining funding for grants projects and programs, and grant writing? One (1) year of professional experience may be equivalent to a combination of education and experience.

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess reliable transportation to be able to work at various locations as needed and required?

• Yes
• No

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Please provide any experience that is related to grants management, grants administration, or implementation of grantsprojects.
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Please provide any relevant experience in disaster risk reduction, wildfire mitigation, climate adaptation, or forestry.
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Please provide information regarding your experience with facilitating groups, mediating conflict, or collaborating with others.
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