Grants Management Intern

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The ideal candidate, at minimum, must have the following\: Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited college or university and in good academic standing. Proof of academic enrollment (current transcript copy) must be provided upon selection Must have completed one (1) academic year of college Must be 18 years old at start of employment Tips For Your Application When completing the different sections of this application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered. Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. Who We Are The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs: Cash and Food Assistance Employment Services and Workforce Development Unemployment Insurance Adult Protective Services Child Support Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someone’s world! Guiding Principles We will be a leader in customer satisfaction. We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented, diverse, and dedicated employees. We get better at what we do every day. ADA Notice If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact [e-mail] Background check information The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Some positions may require drug testing and/or fingerprinting. Criminal convictions do not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration. At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Office of Fiscal & Monitoring Services We are responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring the Agency's budget activities. We also conduct financial compliance reviews of ODJFS partners and sub-recipients, identifying operational improvement and risk reduction opportunities. This office includes the Bureaus of County Finance and Technical Assistance, Grants Management, Monitoring and Consulting Services, Audit Management Resolution, Planning & Operations, and Accounting. For more information please visit OFMS What You Will Do In this position, you will be assigned to the Bureau of Grants Management. The Bureau of Grants Management is responsible for processing and analyzing federal grant revenue transactions, managing the Cash Draw process, and conducting the Fund Analysis process. In this position you will gain exposure to ODJFS fiscal operations for federal grants, federal draw down, and federal reporting process.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited college or university and in good academic standing.
• Proof of academic enrollment (current transcript copy) must be provided upon selection
• Must have completed one (1) academic year of college
• Must be 18 years old at start of employment

Nice To Haves

• Passion for public service
• Undergraduate Junior or Senior / Graduate Student
• Majors\: Public policy, political science, business, public administration, or related
• Ready to gain in-depth knowledge about ODJFS fiscal operations for federal grants process

Responsibilities

• Generate a variety of reports using the State’s Business Intelligence (BI) system
• Analyze data and tailor your report/findings for different audiences
• Prepare and/or update spreadsheets related to fiscal coding or revenue/expenditure tracking
• Participate in training to learn state, federal and ODJFS specific systems and processes
• Develop familiarity with tools and processes used for program administration and reporting
• Support team with day-to-day operations and on-going projects
• Ad-hoc research

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed