GRANTS & PROJECTS ANALYST 1

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

Job Summary

This position will be located in the Reno or Las Vegas office of the Rehabilitation division within the Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation. The GPA 1 plays a critical role in expanding and supporting programs designed to increase access to services for individuals with disabilities and improve employment outcomes statewide. This position is responsible for developing competitive grant proposals, assisting in the preparation and submission of federally required State Plans, and managing the execution and reporting of approved grant awards. As program demand increases, so does the need for additional non-federal resources. The program’s funding model requires a 21.3% non-federal match to draw down the corresponding 78.7% federal funds. The GPA 1 will be instrumental in identifying, securing, and managing new grant opportunities, directly strengthening the non-federal match needed to maximize the federal award and expand services. This position directly advances state and federal priorities related to disability services, employment outcomes, economic development, and workforce expansion. By securing additional grant resources and ensuring strong operational and fiscal stewardship, the GPA 1 helps position the Agency to meet rising service demands and achieve long-term sustainability.
Grants & Projects Analysts develop and implement and/or assess, monitor, control and review grant-in-aid projects/programs administered by State agencies and provide assistance to recipients in evaluating program effectiveness.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration, accounting, finance or related field and one year of professional grants experience which includes at least two of the following areas: writing grant applications; determining gr ant/subgrant program eligibility; researching, writing and implementing grant program plans; managing fiscal aspects of grants/subgrants; providing technical assistance to grant/subgrant recipients; and/or monitoring and ensuring grant/subgrant recipient compliance; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and three years of professional grants experience which includes at least two of the following areas as described above; OR one year of experience as a Grants & Projects Analyst Trainee in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Job Duties

Prepare grant applications to secure federal funding for State and/or State-sponsored programs including writing/amending program descriptions and compiling required financial and statistical data.

Develop and/or evaluate applications for subgrants submitted by organizations for program participation, determine eligibility and recommend approval.

Review, monitor and ensure recipient and subgrantee compliance to federal, State and local laws and regulations; provide guidance for the uniform administration and use of federal or State funding for federal, State and/or State-sponsored programs.

Research, write, recommend and implement grant program plans and projects within grant guidelines to maximize and enhance services provided.

Provide technical assistance to grant/subgrant recipients regarding program operations including grants management, program planning and interpretation and analysis of regulations, policies and procedures.

Provide orientation and grants management training to subgrantee staff to ensure the ability to manage programs according to standards.

Conduct and/or assist in conducting workshops to provide guidance to subgrantees and program applicants regarding grant requirements, policies and procedures.

Compile data and prepare reports regarding program activities and funding sources.

Inspect subgrantees operations to ensure adherence to program objectives; document and report all discrepancies and make suggestions regarding proposed improvements.

Prepare for and participate in federal and/or State grant compliance monitoring activities.

Review audits or financial records, reports and statements to determine compliance with grant requirements.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Under general supervision, incumbents perform the full range of duties described in the series concept. Incumbents assess, monitor, control and review grant projects/programs and provide technical assistance to subgrantees. This is the journey level in the series.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.

Working knowledge of: theories, principles and concepts related to fiscal management and business administration; accounting and financial recordkeeping practices.

General knowledge of: accounting coding used to distribute funds; cost/benefit analysis techniques; federal and State regulations pertaining to grants; grant terms; management of grants and payment management systems; principles and processes of program evaluation and planning.

Ability to: interpret technical information related to accounting, finance, auditing, fiscal management and business administration; effectively utilize business software including word processing and spreadsheets; prepare grammatically correct written materials including program plans, reports and grant applications; complete required forms and documents related to program requirements; prepare and verify financial and budget reports; explain programs, policies and procedures of the agency; compose concise and clear business correspondence.

Recruiter Contact Information: Susan Fowler - sfowler@admin.nv.gov

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP) .
  
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
  
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
  
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
  
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) . Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication .
  
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program .
  
• No Nevada state income tax.
  
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
  
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
  

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU) .

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF) .

*** State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Year's Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans' Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

Closing Date/Time: 3/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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