WBC Grant Administrator

The Grant Administrator performs professional and analytical work in support of grant-funded programs for the Adams County Workforce & Business Center (WBC). In collaboration with WBC leadership and program staff, this position ensures grant performance, fiscal integrity, and compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. The Grant Administrator monitors grant outcomes, analyzes data, develops reports, supports grant development activities, and provides recommendations to leadership to support effective planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of grant programs.

• Monitor grant program obligations, objectives, and performance through analysis of fiscal and programmatic data, monthly reports, and regular coordination with program staff.
• Keep WBC Leadership informed of grant performance and compliance; provide data-informed recommendations to support decision-making and corrective action when needed.
• Work collaboratively with WBC Managers and Supervisors to resolve performance, fiscal, or compliance issues.
• Review and analyze grant expenditures, trends, and projections to support comprehensive planning of grants, programs, and services.
• Collaborate with WBC Managers in the development of Notices of Funding Allocation (NFA) workplans, review historical grant performance, and support budget development.
• Support the planning of grant-funded services and the development or revision of related policies and procedures.
• Ensure fiscal awareness and integrity through ongoing review of grant expenditures and funding trends.
• Review grant programs periodically to assess compliance with policy and success in meeting established goals.
• Ensure grant programs comply with applicable federal and state laws and regulations, as well as county and department policies and procedures.
• Compile, design, analyze, and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and other grant-related data metrics, including monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Maintain grant program documentation, quality assurance (QA) data, and related records in accordance with retention and audit requirements.
• Provide reports on caseload trends, special projects, and other analyses at the request of leadership.
• Conduct grant research and present information to the Management Team on potential funding opportunities.
• Draft and coordinate grant application components, including narratives, workplans, budgets (if applicable), and required attachments, in collaboration with leadership and program staff.
• Coordinate signature routing and document control for Notices of Funding Allocation (NFAs), policies, and other grant-related documents in accordance with county procedures.
• Review Policy Guidance Letters (PGLs), Training and Employment Guidance Letters (TEGLs), and other regulatory guidance; notify leadership of required policy updates, comment opportunities, and potential areas requiring clarification with state agencies.
• Collaborate on grant outreach efforts to share grant information with community partners, education providers, and public/private employers; may include development of outreach or informational materials.
• Provide administrative support of grant-related activities and leadership functions, as needed, including scheduling grant-related meetings and processing grant-related purchases.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with leadership, program staff, subrecipients, partners, businesses, and community stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze grant performance, fiscal data, and program outcomes and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, data analysis, and chart/graph development.
• Experience designing and analyzing reports and data dashboards.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated initiative, organization, and ability to handle confidential matters responsibly.
• Ability to interpret policy guidance, analyze regulatory changes, and communicate implications clearly in writing and verbally.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships.

Five (5) years of experience in grant administration, grant writing, policy development or administration, or a related field.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Economics, or a related field.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Colorado Driver’s License.