The Role
Manage the Kansas Judicial Branch grant program: identify and apply for grants, administer awards, review reimbursements, ensure federal/state compliance, prepare reports, develop policies and internal controls, supervise grant staff, and maintain financial accountability and audits.
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Position number: K0098314
Location of Employment: Kansas Judicial Center, Topeka, Kansas 66611
Salary and Benefits: Grant Coordinator, grade 49, $72,827 annually
Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)
Job duties: Under supervision of Policy Compliance Officer, the Grant Coordinator leads a comprehensive grant program for the Kansas Judicial Branch to provide funding opportunities for innovative programs that further the Mission and Vision of the Kansas Judicial Branch. The Grant Coordinator prepares or consults on grants, contract proposals, and grant administration for the Kansas Judicial Branch. The Grant Coordinator seeks out and evaluates grant proposals and reviews reimbursement requests, while monitoring compliance with federal, state, and local policies/procedures. The Grant Coordinator is the primary point of contact for all grant applications and awards and is responsible for reviewing reimbursement requests, submitting reports, and monitoring compliance with federal, state, and local policies/procedures.
This position requires knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification and resolution of grants administration issues, regulations, agency policy, and other requirements that affect grant administration. The Grant Coordinator maintains financial accountability and compliance of grant programs through comprehensive audits, financial records, review of expenditures, and documented program outcomes. This position requires some overnight travel and other duties:
Minimum qualifications: Graduation from a four-year college or university with major-course work in business, finance, or accounting, or a related field and three years of responsible professional experience in management or administration preferred. Experience in grant management or project management work may be substituted for educational requirements. The applicant should have considerable knowledge of the judicial and legislative processes and of state and local government structures; the ability to plan, organize, and administer statewide programs and projects; prior experience with federal grants; the ability to express oneself, clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing; have strong computer competence, including knowledge of programs contained in Microsoft Office Suite; and the ability to work independently but also collaboratively with stakeholders, other court staff, and members of the court.Location of Employment: Kansas Judicial Center, Topeka, Kansas 66611
Salary and Benefits: Grant Coordinator, grade 49, $72,827 annually
Kansas Judicial Branch Benefits State Employment Center - Benefits (ks.gov)
Job duties: Under supervision of Policy Compliance Officer, the Grant Coordinator leads a comprehensive grant program for the Kansas Judicial Branch to provide funding opportunities for innovative programs that further the Mission and Vision of the Kansas Judicial Branch. The Grant Coordinator prepares or consults on grants, contract proposals, and grant administration for the Kansas Judicial Branch. The Grant Coordinator seeks out and evaluates grant proposals and reviews reimbursement requests, while monitoring compliance with federal, state, and local policies/procedures. The Grant Coordinator is the primary point of contact for all grant applications and awards and is responsible for reviewing reimbursement requests, submitting reports, and monitoring compliance with federal, state, and local policies/procedures.
This position requires knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification and resolution of grants administration issues, regulations, agency policy, and other requirements that affect grant administration. The Grant Coordinator maintains financial accountability and compliance of grant programs through comprehensive audits, financial records, review of expenditures, and documented program outcomes. This position requires some overnight travel and other duties:
- Seek out and apply for grants that support and help fulfill the mission of the courts.
- Collaborate with court staff throughout the state to find new grants, review grant proposals, fulfill current grant requirements, and close out grants.
- Monitor awarded grants and create, analyze, and accurately provide necessary reporting data and information.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for court staff managing grant funded programs.
- Ensure grant funds are being spent appropriately and within policy.
- Interpret complex federal and state guidelines related to grant management.
- Use independent judgment in reviewing grant applications.
- Develop policies and procedures for effective grant management and to identify the priority of program funding.
- Supervision of any grant program staff.
- Develop internal controls for grant funds that align with federal and state statutes, regulations, court rules and guidelines, policies, procedures, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled.
The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures your right to reasonable accommodations during the employment process. A request for accommodation will not affect your opportunities for employment with the Judicial Branch. If you wish to request an ADA accommodation, please contact [email protected] or by TDD through the Kansas Relay Center at 800-766-3777 or 711.
THE KANSAS JUDICIAL BRANCH IS AN EEO / AA EMPLOYER
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field
- Three years of responsible professional experience in management or administration
- Experience in grant management or project management may be substituted for educational requirements
- Considerable knowledge of judicial and legislative processes and state and local government structures
- Prior experience with federal grants
- Ability to plan, organize, and administer statewide programs and projects
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong computer competence, including knowledge of programs contained in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with stakeholders and court staff
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What We Do
The Kansas Judicial Branch, comprising district courts, the Court of Appeals, and the Supreme Court, provides a venue to resolve disputes through a fair and impartial legal process by upholding the Constitution and law of Kansas and the United States. Its Office of Judicial Administration supports these courts with broad legal, financial, technology, management, administrative, and program services.
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