Child Care Aware Grants Administrator (State Program Administrator)

Job Description

This position administers Child Care Aware grant programs across the NE District (17 counties), including Regional Grants (Regions 3, 5, 7E) and Parent Aware Quality Improvement Grants. This role ensures compliant, timely, and effective distribution of funds and supports providers throughout the grant lifecycle.

Salary Range

$23.98- $34.69

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of work experience in business administration, accounting, public administration, finance, or a related field. An associate degree may substitute for 6 months of experience; a bachelor's degree may substitute for one year of experience.
• Demonstrated experience in budget management, including monitoring expenditures, making fiscal decisions, and preparing or implementing budget revisions.
• Ability to interpret and apply public program and grant requirements, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial and programmatic reporting.
• Proven ability to compile, analyze, and report data related to grant obligations, expenditures, and compliance metrics.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to create, maintain, and analyze financial spreadsheets, tracking systems, and related documentation.
• Demonstrated administrative and office proficiency, including effective use of computer applications, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to support meetings, trainings, and collaborative work.
• Valid driver's license to conform to MnSCU vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check.

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelor's or associate degree in business administration, accounting, public administration, finance, or a related field.
• Experience writing, reviewing, administering, or monitoring grants, including support for applications, amendments, or reporting.
• Knowledge of Child Care Aware of Minnesota, Parent Aware, and/or federal, state, or local government grant programs, including program requirements and accountability standards.
• Demonstrated skill in identifying program or fiscal compliance issues, assessing risk, and recommending or supporting corrective actions consistent with grant and program requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including program staff, partners, funders, and community stakeholders.
• Ability to explain technical or regulatory information in a clear, understandable manner to both internal and external stakeholders.

Other Requirements

In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (Minnesota State) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor vehicle Records check.
A job offer may be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:
? Criminal Background Check
? Employment Record Review (current and former State employees only)
? Employment Reference Check
? Conflict of Interest Review
Employment eligibility: The college regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship at this time. The successful candidate, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM

Telework (Yes/No)

No

Application Procedure

Please apply online, as only online applications will be considered.
Applicant resumes and cover letters should address the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position. Applicants whose skills and experience align with the position requirements may be contacted by the department.
As part of the recruitment process, the college may review materials related to an applicant's job performance and educational background. For finalists, this process may also include contact with current and/or former employers. Reference checks will occur later in the recruitment process, as applicable.
Final candidates should be prepared to provide a list of four (4) professional references, including contact information. At least two references must be current or former supervisors or managers. For recent graduates, instructors, professors, or teachers may be considered acceptable supervisory references.
Connect 700 Program: This position is designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities. More information may be found at: http://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/.