Grants and Compliance Specialist

The Road Home was founded in 1923 and has been a leader in ending homelessness for over 100 years. We provide emergency shelters, supportive services, and housing-focused-minded rental assistance that helps individuals and families step out of homelessness and back into the community. We are seeking compassionate and empathetic individuals who are interested in making a difference in the lives of others and their communities. 
The Road Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Road Home is a 501c3 non-profit social services agency whose mission is to help people step out of homelessness and back into our community.
Come be part of the solution.
We have a robust, reasonably-priced, and inclusive benefits plan for full and part-time employees (25-40 hours/week)

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• HSA, FSA, HRA (We reimburse part of your deductible!)
• Retirement Plan (403B with TRH contribution and match)
• FREE Life Insurance for employees
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 12 Public Holidays)
• One Floating Holiday Per Year
• Free Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Training & Development
• Tuition Assistance for a wide variety of classes!
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying agency

The Grants and Compliance Specialist ensures that programs across The Road Home operate in accordance with all grant and funding regulations, as well as the agency's own high-quality standards. This role conducts regular audits, reconciles data, and maintains accurate records to produce timely, high-quality reports. The Specialist works closely with program staff and multiple departments to provide guidance on grant compliance, support monitoring and audit visits, and ensure that all billings and staffing align with grant requirements. A high degree of organization, attention to detail, and the ability to meet critical deadlines are essential. This position requires flexibility, including occasional work outside of normal business hours, and is ideal for a passionate self-starter committed to supporting the agency's mission. 

*Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. 

*This is an in-person position that requires travel between various resource centers and shelters.  

*There may be flexibility for occasional remote work with work plan approval from the Program Director.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Collaborate with program supervisors to ensure program compliance, documentation accuracy, and effective interdepartmental coordination. 
2. Work with Grants and Compliance and Information Technology teams to perform regular data and information maintenance tasks in support of agency departments. 
3. Oversee data reporting processes performed by various agency teams, assisting where needed to improve efficiency and accuracy. 
4. Collect and analyze data for inclusion in internal and external reports. 
5. Complete and distribute data quality feedback to appropriate departments. 
6. Identify areas for improvement and training needs and organize training interventions to meet quality standards. 
7. Maintain an organized filing system and develop mechanisms to improve existing systems. 
8. Ensure that processes are efficient, streamlined, and aligned with the agency's mission. 
9. Assist with the full grant management process for assigned programs, including application support, contracting, reporting, billing, expenditures, and regulatory review. 
10. Assist with the Department of Health and Human Services Shelter Licensing processes, ensuring that teams and facilities are in compliance. 
11. Present and participate in training efforts related to grant compliance and regulation implementation. 
12. Serve as a resource for program staff on grant requirements and maintain up-to-date program guidelines and procedures. 
13. Support accounting efforts to ensure billing complies with grant requirements and staffing charged to grants is accurate. 
14. Lead or provide support for all program monitoring and audit visits from funding entities. 
15. Attend mandatory agency trainings, including Trauma-Informed Care, Housing Focused, De-escalation, Suicide Prevention, CPR, and more.  
16. Participate in emergency drills and environmental safety activities, as required. 
17. Follow all agency protocols for security, safety, and sanitation to maintain a clean and secure environment for guests and staff. 
18. Maintain regular and reliable attendance as an essential function of this position. 

*Other duties as assigned. 

*Reasonable accommodations may be considered to enable all individuals to perform these essential functions, so please still apply. 

Promoting Best Practice 

• Actively engage with and honor the unique backgrounds, identities, and experiences of all individuals we serve.  
• Advance the agency’s commitment to honoring diverse ethnic and cultural heritages through daily actions that foster genuine belonging.  
• Implement Housing Focused principles, risk management strategies, and high-access services as foundational to our mission. 
• Maintain healthy boundaries using trauma-informed approaches in all interactions. 

*Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.  

Education and Experience 

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; equivalent experience may be considered. 
• Experience working with Federal, State, or local grant sources is preferred. 
• Experience working with diverse and/or vulnerable populations is preferred. 
• Experience with Microsoft Excel is preferred. 

Skills and Expectations 

1. Demonstrate strong writing and documentation skills, with attention to clarity and accuracy. 
2. Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access or other database systems. 
3. Act as a proactive and engaged member of a team. 
4. Work diligently to complete tasks and projects within established deadlines. 
5. Build and maintain effective relationships with community partners. 
6. Work independently as a self-starter, managing tasks with minimal supervision. 
7. Bring a positive, energetic personality and a strong work ethic to the role. 
8. Be dependable and reliable, consistently meeting commitments and responsibilities. 
9. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations. 
10. Provide thoughtful and attentive customer service by communicating clearly and handling difficult situations with professionalism, patience, and empathy. 
11. Use computer programs (email, spreadsheets, and more) and have strong computer skills. 
12. Ability to accept supervision, direction, and feedback with openness. 
13. Communicate clearly and effectively with clients, coworkers, and supervisors using verbal and written communication. 

Physical and Equipment Requirements 

• Ability to lift and move heavy items up to 25 pounds.  
• Ability to sit, stand, and move for at least an hour at a time or more.