GRANTS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
AGENCY GRANTS SPECIALIST II
Recruitment #18-000807-0002
Department | COMM - Div of Tourism Film & Arts-MD St Arts Concl |
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Date Opened | 4/16/2018 3:20:00 PM |
Filing Deadline | 5/1/2018 5:00:00 PM |
Salary | $41,358.00 - $65,827.00/year |
Employment Type |
Full-Time
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HR Analyst | Michelle Martin |
Work Location |
Baltimore City
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Introduction
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
The position is responsible for all data management and related reporting activities for 800+ grantees annually. This includes: supervising the planning, development and implementation of the electronic grants management system involving database, custom Web-based electronic grant application system, and custom Web interfaces to specialized Arts Council databases; testing of e-applications; compiling statistical and budgetary data; maintaining an automated tracking system for all grants from inception to close; coordinating the preparation of grant packages; reviewing, analyzing, reconciling and monitoring grant agreement invoices; and initiating and monitoring the grant payment process. The Professional Development Director duties include monitoring national trends in arts-related topics; organization of professional development opportunities for grant and program related content for State constituents and stakeholders; and in collaboration with MSAC staff, implementation of local and regional development opportunities; plus organization of an annual, statewide Arts symposium.
The selected employee will possess proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, Google Mail and/or other relevant programs; strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills to work with high level public and private sector officials; the ability to effectively present information, explain policy, respond to inquiries; and complete concurrent and high priority tasks. Some statewide travel is required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three years of experience in grant evaluation and monitoring or budget preparation, presentation and execution.
Notes:
1. Applicants may substitute graduate education in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, political science or public administration at a rate of 30 semester hours for each year of the required experience.
2. Applicants may substitute additional experience as defined above on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the Budget Officer classifications or Financial Management specialty codes in the Budgeting field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following preferred qualifications.
One (1) year of supervisory experience.
One (1) year of experience in the design and implementation of arts-related professional development/training in statewide settings
One (1) year of experience in arts administration or non-profit arts development and grants processes.
NOTE: Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualifications stated.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
SELECTION PROCESS
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may include a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirement of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
You will be required to complete a Supplemental Questionnaire. Please note that your answers on the Supplemental Questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.
BARGAINING UNIT STATUS
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
It is highly preferred that you apply online. Please attach a resume to your online application. If you are unable to apply online, please submit a resume to:
Maryland Department of Commerce
ATTN: Grants and Professional Development Director
World Trade Center, 401 E. Pratt Street, 10th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21202
If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact the Department of Commerce at 410.767.6300. You may also visit our website at: http://commerce.maryland.gov/commerce
As an E-verify and equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
TTY users: Call via MD Relay - 1-800-925-4434
We thank our Veterans for their service to our Country and encourage them to apply.