Grants Administrator

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet • Frankfort, KY

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About The Position

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

The mission of the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the Commonwealth’s natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions that together bring economic benefit to the commonwealth.

If you are looking for a positive work environment and a career where you can make a difference in the environment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has to offer, check out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSuC43XqlHchYeQ66tP7tg and our Careers page: https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/careers.aspx

This position is within the Division of Water, Water Infrastructure Branch. The branch program responsibilities include municipal planning, engineering and water infrastructure funding. The Grants Administrator we are seeking will work in the Infrastructure Oversight Section in Franklin County.

Holders of this Grants Administrator position will complete tasks such as:
Educate participants, stakeholders, and support marketing to prospective participants to communicate the requirements of the SRF program through training and outreach.
Coordinate with KIA to assist borrowers in application to the SRF and to ensure that program requirements are met. These include procurement, Davis Bacon wage rates, American Iron and Steel (AIS), Build America, Buy American (BABA). Assist borrowers with project documentation required under the loan program which is subject to audit by the USEPA.
Serve as the Division of Water project manager, ensuring projects are progressing to completion and implementation, which is important to efficient use of loan funds.
Participate in on-site project meetings to observe construction progress, and coordinate with the engineering section to ensure technical aspects of construction are completed appropriately
Ensure projects are consistent with long term community planning and environmental sensitivity, supporting functions in the municipal planning section of the branch.
Holders of this job will learn the following skills:
Valuable communication skills, working with a variety of individuals in the water industry
Use of Geographic Information System tools in the development of planning and construction projects, and to document details of funded projects
Interpretation of program guidelines and providing input on project development
Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:
Clear communication and strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate technical and non-technical subjects to a wide audience
Experience with Federal grant programs, or other infrastructure funding programs funded by public funds
Experience with general construction, including any related project management
Use of Microsoft software and general use Geographic Information System tools
Additional position information: Incumbents working in this position typically perform duties in an office environment. This position works to support Federally funded water infrastructure construction projects. As such, the position requires travel as necessary to monitor progress, coordinate with utilities, communicate with stakeholders, and perform program outreach.

EEC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that EEC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as you build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application

Requirements

• Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• Four years of research or administrative experience.
• Research, administrative, or clerical experience will substitute for the required education on a year for year basis.

Nice To Haves

• Clear communication and strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate technical and non-technical subjects to a wide audience
• Experience with Federal grant programs, or other infrastructure funding programs funded by public funds
• Experience with general construction, including any related project management
• Use of Microsoft software and general use Geographic Information System tools

Responsibilities

• Educate participants, stakeholders, and support marketing to prospective participants to communicate the requirements of the SRF program through training and outreach.
• Coordinate with KIA to assist borrowers in application to the SRF and to ensure that program requirements are met. These include procurement, Davis Bacon wage rates, American Iron and Steel (AIS), Build America, Buy American (BABA). Assist borrowers with project documentation required under the loan program which is subject to audit by the USEPA.
• Serve as the Division of Water project manager, ensuring projects are progressing to completion and implementation, which is important to efficient use of loan funds.
• Participate in on-site project meetings to observe construction progress, and coordinate with the engineering section to ensure technical aspects of construction are completed appropriately
• Ensure projects are consistent with long term community planning and environmental sensitivity, supporting functions in the municipal planning section of the branch.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level