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GRANTS DIRECTOR, MARYLAND STATE ARTS COUNCIL

ADMINISTRATOR I

Recruitment #22-002586-0102

Introduction

The Maryland Department of Commerce is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Grants Director (Administrator I) within its Division of Marketing, Tourism, and the Arts, Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC).

It is important to complete the Supplemental Questions as part of the application process.

GRADE

16

LOCATION OF POSITION

The World Trade Center - 401 East Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202

Main Purpose of Job

The Grants Director oversees the administrative and programmatic grant management functions for all MSAC grant programs, ensuring all timelines are met for all grant making activities. The incumbent supervises a Management Associate and is responsible for all data management and grant related reporting activities – reviewing, analyzing, reconciling and monitoring grant agreement invoices; and initiating and monitoring the grant payment process – for 800+ grantees annually.  

POSITION DUTIES

Specific functions include: communication and coordination with program staff; providing guidance of grants management and professional activities for staff members; development and implementation of system processes and controls; design and implementation of grant making technology applications and oversight of the development, preparation, and presentation of reports reflecting data in response to programming and initiatives; monitoring and reporting on Federal grants received; development and facilitation of panelist orientations and meetings; and ensuring that MSAC is in full compliance with applicable State, Federal, and Agency grant regulations and policies. This position provides oversight and technical assistance to artists and organizations, analysis of their compliance with established policies and procedures to maintain grant compliance and eligibility, and it serves as the industry expert and spokesperson for MSAC grant programs.    
The selected employee will possess proficiency with Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Meet, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, Groups) and other relevant software; excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills to work with high level public and private sector officials and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and constituents; the ability to effectively present information, explain policy, and respond to inquiries; and the ability to manage and effectively complete multiple concurrent and high priority tasks. Some statewide travel is required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:   Eight years of experience in administrative staff or professional work.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and four years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 credit hours on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for- year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

 

1) Four (4) years of the required experience in a grant management administrator role overseeing grant making processes  

2) Experience applying for, managing, evaluating, monitoring and reporting on grants received working in arts administration, or non-profit arts development.  

3) One (1) year of supervisory experience.   

4) Experience with the State’s Financial Management Information System (FMIS). 

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Some statewide travel is required.

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

It is highly preferred that you apply online.  A resume and the supplemental questionnaire MUST be included with your online application.  Be sure to provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet all the qualifications. If unable to apply online, submit your state application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire to anna.halikias@maryland.gov or via mail to: 
    
MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE -OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Attn:  Grants Director (22-002586-0102) 
World Trade Center – 401 E. Pratt Street, 10th Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21202

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. 

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.   

If you have 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  

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay 1-800-735-2258 



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