Ashtabula County - Project and Grants Manager

ASHTABULA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
25 WEST JEFFERSON STREET
JEFFERSON, OHIO 44047
IN-HOUSE/OUTSIDE HOUSE POSTING
POSTED February 10, 2022 and accepting resumes until filled

Job Title:                                  Project and Grants Manager
Department:                          Ashtabula County Commissioners’ Office
Immediate Supervisor:        County Administrator
Positions Supervised:           None
Pay Grade/Pay Rate:             Pay Grade: 11 (Pay Rate $24.45 - $33.01) Full Time with Benefits                                    

Ashtabula County is looking for a dynamic, energetic and highly motivated person to fill the role of Project and Grants Manager to work in our Commissioners’ office. Primary responsibilities include the development, coordination, management, administration and reporting of Ashtabula County’s grant dollars, including but not limited to American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, as well as the serving as project manager for county and departmental projects.

• Coordinates and supports development of Ashtabula County’s management plan of ARPA funding.
• Completes all reporting and compliance requirements for the ARPA fund.
• Prepares proposals and grant applications for public and private grant opportunities in areas that support Ashtabula County government and its operations;
• Creates monitoring system to track impact of grant fund usage, suggests changes, satisfy audits.
• Oversees all applicable federal, state, or local regulations surrounding the procurement and use of grant funds;
• Evaluates project requests and recommends spending strategies and budget proposals to management.
• Responsible for the development and coordination of bid documents and contracts;
• Manages prevailing wage on projects;
• Attends and presents at public meetings.
• Review all grantee, contractor, sub-contractor and/or sub-grantee agreements.
• Works closely with members of the other county agencies and departments.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree preferred.  Five (5) years of experience in accounting, finance, or project management desired, or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An Ohio Driver’s License shall be maintained.  Must pass a thorough background investigation and comply with Ashtabula County’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES NEEDED: Experience in managing grants and facility in navigating the rules, regulations, and expectations of federal grants. Strong project management, organizational, interpersonal, and presentation skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Proficiency with computers – Microsoft Office.

Please send resumes with cover letters and professional references to:

Ashtabula County Board of Commissioners, Attn: Human Resources Department
25 West Jefferson Street, Jefferson, OH 44047
Resumes will be accepted until a successful candidate is selected.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
NON DISCRIMINATION AGAINST THE HANDICAPPED
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE www.ashtabulacounty.us