Grant Administrator
Houston-Galveston Area Council
Houston, TX 77027
$100,000 - $110,000 a year
Description
About Houston-Galveston Area Council
The Houston-Galveston Area Council is one of the largest regional planning commissions in the country with a diverse service area of 13 counties and more than 7 million people. We are the pulse of our region addressing issues that cross city limits and county lines every single day.
We make decisions that affect our transportation system, ensure the safety and well-being of our seniors, connect people to jobs, help families recover from natural disasters, preserve water quality for our children, and so much more. We work to make the region a great place to live, work, and thrive.
What will I be doing?
ü Serve as the primary point of contact for all grant-related activities, acting as liaison between the granting agency and the Houston-Galveston Area Council and Gulf Coast Workforce Board.
ü Research grant opportunities from government agencies, foundations, and corporations.
ü Collaborate with leadership and program staff to develop proposals aligned with organizational priorities.
ü Coordinate service delivery activities in collaboration with local partners and internal program teams to ensure effective and timely implementation of grand-funded initiatives.
ü Administer and manage federal grant programs in compliance with applicable state and federal laws.
ü Train and support program staff on grant requirements and allowable activities.
ü Develop and maintain grant records, timelines, and documentation for audit and reporting purposes.
ü Assist with monitoring of subrecipient compliance through site visits, desk audits, and performance reviews.
ü Track budgets, expenditures, and financial reports to ensure proper allocation and use of funds.
ü Provide technical assistance and training to subrecipients and internal staff regarding grant compliance and reporting requirements.
ü Assist with the preparation and submission of required financial and programmatic reports to federal agencies and other stakeholders.
ü Collaborate with program teams to support performance monitoring and outcome reporting.
ü Facilitate the grant application processes, including proposal review, scoring, and award documentation.
ü Support grant closeout procedures and ensure all documentation is completed accurately and timely.
ü Stay current with federal grant regulations and best practices in grant administration.
Key Qualifications
ü Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
ü Exceptional organization and project management skills.
ü Previous experience drafting and managing contracts or grant administration is a plus.
ü Exceptional attention to detail.
ü Ability to analyze, interpret and present strategies, leading to successful deliverables and outcomes.
ü Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites and SharePoint.
ü Able to thrive in a faced paced environment.
ü Able to work independently while maintaining effective time management skills.
Do you have…
ü Bachelor’s degree in an applicable academic discipline or related field of study
ü 5 years of experience working with local government, nonprofit programs, school or in job related duties
Qualifications
ü Experience in grant administration or related field, preferably involving federal funds.
ü Strong understanding of federal grant regulations, especially the Uniform Guidance.
ü Experience working with pass-through entities and managing subawards.
ü A certification in Grants Management (CGMS) or similar credential.
H-GAC is an equal opportunity/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or protected veteran status.