EMS Regionalization Grants & Contract Specialist

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The EMS Regionalization Grants & Contract Specialist is responsible for the operational activities of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Regionalization component of the Access to Emergency Medical Care Initiative for the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). The RHTP is a federal program created through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and offers Wyoming a significant opportunity to strengthen rural healthcare through sustainable innovative and transformative solutions.

This position involves managing a federal grant and budget executing and managing contracts and monitoring sub-grantees of federal funds. The position collaborates with various internal and external partners.

This position is a temporary At-Will Employee Contract (AWEC). Employment under this position is expected to last the duration of the grant. Because it is an AWEC position benefits such as paid time off and paid holidays are not offered.

Human Resource Contact:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Writes reviews and scores Requests for Proposals (RFP) Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Applications (RFA).
• Compiles and/or reviews budgets and narratives for submission and approval.
• Drafts contracts and grant agreements in accordance with federal and state guidelines and procedures.
• Monitors contractors and subrecipients to ensure they meet contract deliverables.
• Participates in state and federal program and financial audits of grants/contracts.
• Maintains current knowledge of grant contract RFP RFI RFA and purchase rules and regulations.
• Implements program improvements.
• Prepares and submits grant reporting as requested.
• Conducts subrecipient monitoring activities.
• Provides technical assistance to contractors and subrecipients.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in managing a federal grant/budget.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Skills in Google Workspace
• Skills in various communication styles
• Knowledge of EMS system design administration current trends and the Wyoming EMS landscape
• Knowledge of grant writing and management budget management and project management
• Knowledge of state procurement and purchasing procedures
• Knowledge of sub-grantee monitoring best practices
• Knowledge of Wyoming personnel rules
• Knowledge of state and federal laws

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See Preferences

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS :

• The employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however there may be some walking standing bending carrying light items driving an automobile etc.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify employer.

Supplemental Information

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Required Experience:

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