Grants and Enterprise Management Specialist DEHS - FAA; Grants Specialist III

Overview

Division of Environmental Health and Sustainability Now hiring for our Colorado Circular Communities Enterprise - Grants and Enterprise Management. Be bold and make a real difference. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) seeks diverse individuals to apply for a career position that makes a direct impact on Colorado citizens. Our mission is to advance Colorado's health and protect the places we live, work, learn, and play.

Our vision is a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.

We offer rewarding, meaningful work and opportunities to join a dedicated team. Benefits include employee wellness programs, professional development, career advancement, retirement options, health plans, life insurance, disability coverage, holidays and paid time off, mentoring, tuition assistance, flexible schedules, and employee resource groups. We encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities. Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

For information see the loan forgiveness resources.

The Colorado Circular Communities (C3) Enterprise within the Division of Environmental Health and Sustainability has two units:
Grants and Enterprise Management and Outreach and Technical Assistance. The Grants and Enterprise Management unit executes, administers, and monitors C3 grants and contracts to promote circularity, support Colorado’s economy through job creation, protect and improve the environment, grow sustainable business, and strengthen healthy communities. It provides grant and contract monitoring assistance to private entities, municipalities, towns, counties, tribes, and school districts to aid funding and project completion.

This position focuses on disbursing state cash funds for projects promoting a circular economy in Colorado and ensuring compliance with grant provisions, regulations, and statutes. Responsibilities include developing grant solicitations and vendor proposals, assisting in grant contracts, conducting project field audits and monitoring activities, identifying problems and areas for improvement, and recommending approvals of expenditures, budget changes, or grant extensions. The role establishes and maintains relationships with local, state, federal, and national recycling associations and organizations to promote grant opportunities and solicit feedback.

It supports the strategic goals of the C3 Board of Directors and maintains current knowledge of procurement, contracting rules, and state fiscal regulations as required by funding sources.

Residency Requirement: This posting is open only to residents of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code: H1I3XX
— GRANTS SPECIALIST III

Minimum Qualifications

This experience and education must be substantiated within the Work Experience & Education section of your application. Enter all relevant job history and education within the last 10 years. See Resume and missing relevant employment or education criteria will not be credited toward the minimum qualifications. Education will be credited on a year-for-year basis. Part-time work will be pro-rated. If using education to substitute for experience please upload unofficial transcripts or a copy of your diploma/degree with your application.

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