Working Title: Age Friendly Grants Administrator Job Class: Human Services Program Representative 2 Agency: Human Services Dept - Job ID : 85425
- Location : St. Paul
- Telework Eligible : Yes
- Full/Part Time : Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
- Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted : 04/08/2025
- Closing Date : 04/21/2025
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
- Division/Unit : DHS-Central Office / ADSA Age-Friendly MN
- Work Shift/Work Hours : Day shift
- Days of Work : Monday - Friday
- Travel Required : Yes, up to 10%
- Salary Range: $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually
- Classified Status : Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
- FLSA Status : Nonexempt
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes
This position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow for Telework or a mixture of working in our office and Telework
The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.
The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Age Friendly Grants Administrator exists to provide technical assistance, develop proposals and manage contracts, grants and deliverables associated with the Age-Friendly MN Council ("the Council"). The Age Friendly Council is a Governor-appointed organization, independent of DHS, consisting of both agency and non-agency members. The Council has statutory authority to administer and distribute multiple new and existing grants though 2023 and 2024 Minnesota Legislature appropriated funding. These grants include technical assistance provider and community grants, and additional other programs and projects determined by needs.
The Age Friendly Grants Administrator will be responsible for:
- Overseeing and providing technical assistance and managing the Age Friendly grants program, P/T Contracts, Interagency Agreements and similar programs to ensure compliance and performance outcomes
- Develop internal administrative processes and tools for the Council
- Negotiate contracts
- Facilitate communications between internal and external partners on contract management issues
- Provide guidance to and supervision for Age-Friendly grants staff and processes
- Deliver ongoing technical assistance to new, potential and existing partners and vendors
- Deliver education and engagement on funding opportunities, proposal development, program expectations and DHS contracting guidelines and expectations
- Manage budget processes related to all Council grants and contracts, and develop internal and external processes to facilitate the management of these grants and contracts
- Support the development and implementation of skills training modules for grant recipients and ensure vendor compliance with Minnesota's Office of Grants Management policies
Due to the nature of the Age Friendly programs, this job will include external partner communication and coordination, including work with tribal nations, county and local leaders, community organizations and other state agencies.
Minimum Qualifications 3 years professional experience with state and federal grants and contracts. Experience must demonstrate the following:
- Program development and planning
- Grants and/or contract management
- Needs assessment and evaluation methodologies
Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Public Policy, Social Work or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience OR Master's degree in Human Services, Public Policy, Social Work or related field may substitute for 2 years of experience
Preferred Qualifications - Roles and relationships of county, state, and federal government programs, planning and evaluation
- Experience in partner engagement
- Project planning and operations sufficient to organize projects with others, establish goals and timetables, organize project workflows, clarify mutual expectations, and evaluate results
- Methods and processes for developing RFPs and contracts and for contract management; unit, agency, state and federal contracting requirements
- Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and/or cultures
Additional Requirements To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
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