Grants Officer-Office for Victims of Crime

Looking to put your grant management skills to use? The Department of Public Safety, Office for Victims of Crime (DPS-OVC) administers grants to support initiatives and activities to serve victims of violent crime. We value Trust, Integrity, Accountability, Professionalism, Diversity, and Teamwork. We’re looking for a person who shares these values to implement, administer, and monitor grants activities for DPS-OVC. The DPS-OVC program provides financial assistance to victim service providers, including law enforcement agencies, courts, prosecutors and non-profit agencies.

In addition to challenging work that makes a difference, the DPS-OVC Program Grants Officer’s receive a great benefits package including paid time off, medical/vision/dental insurance, life insurance, and a defined benefits retirement.

Job Description:

• Interprets, explains and applies state and federal rules, regulations, and program guidelines
• Assists with the development and dissemination of program policies, procedures, and program guidelines.
• Prepares and presents program specific training sessions to grant applicants.
• Reviews grant applications and participates in the rating and eligibility determination process.
• Monitors and tracks the progress of grant projects by maintaining regular contact with program administrators and maintains progress logs, status reports, and compliance records.
• Conducts on-site and desk performance audits to evaluate progress of projects and reviews grant files and contractual documents.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of program compliance review techniques
• Knowledge of public safety compliance programs and their objectives, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to plan and organize work activities to achieve program goals.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with related coursework or 3 years of related experience. Previous grant and/or accounting experience preferred. Relevant education and experience may substitute for deficiencies.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

If you have questions about this position please contact:

DPS.HumanResources@dps.mo.gov

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.