Grant & Fiscal Analyst - Health

Salary: See Position Description
Location : Carson City, NV
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 766_03/2025
Department: Health & Human Services
Opening Date: 03/19/2025
Closing Date: Continuous

Description

This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position with Carson City Health and Human Services, located in Carson City, NV. Under general supervision, assists in the performance of a variety of professional and technical duties involved in grant and general fund fiscal oversight, administration and procurement of services for funding of Health & Human Services; and performs assigned fiscal duties.
This is a grant-funded position and, as such, employees are responsible for knowing abiding by the rules of the grant. This position will continue to be funded as long as the grant is renewed.

Individuals may choose between the following Nevada PERS Retirement plans:
Employer-Paid PERS: $33.2527 - $46.5538 hourly / $69,165.72 - $96,831.80 annually
Employee/Employer-Paid PERS: $39.4637 - $55.2492 hourly / $82,084.60 - $114,918.44 annually

To learn more about the Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), .

This position is covered by the Carson City Employees Association. The current collective bargaining agreement outlines the generous benefits offered to Carson City employees:
** This recruitment will remain open until recruitment needs are satisfied. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately, as hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. **

Please Note: Human Resources determines whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications for the job based on your experience as you describe it on your application. Do not substitute a resume for your application, or write "See Attached Resume" on your application. We do not review resumes, unless specifically stated on the job announcement. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education and Work Experience" section of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment.
Examples of Duties
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Administers procedures for the receipt of program funds from various funding sources; creates reports as required.
• Assists with the development of "Request for Proposals" (RFP) for sub-grantees.
• Assists with budget planning and monitoring in relation to grants and general fund.
• Completes fiscal portion of grant applications, as requested. Responsible for administering the fiscal portion of several grants.
• Performs grant and general fund reconciliation and projections.
• Ensures compliance with grant conditions and requirements for the Department and ensures that all grant conditions are in compliance.
• Assists in all audits for the Department, sub-grantees, and grantors.
• Conducts grant contract monitoring for the Department, sub-grantees, and grantors.
• Answers any inquiries relating to grants and other fiscal activities.
• May provide other financial services as required.
• Contributes to the overall quality of the department's service provision by developing and coordinating work teams and by reviewing, recommending, and implementing improved policies and procedures.

• Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Typical Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; AND one (1) year of professional experience in finance, grants administration or compliance management; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid driver's license

Required Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of statistical data analysis.
• Principles and practices of project budgeting.
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and fiscal analysis.
• Principles and practices of public administration and management.
• Principles and practices of program evaluation.
• Computer applications that relate to the job including but not exclusive to Microsoft Windows, Word, Office, Excel, Internet, and E-Mail applications.
• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals, at all levels of responsibility, in person and over the telephone.
• Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.

Skill in:

• Reviewing financial documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Compiling and reviewing budget figures.
• Interpreting, applying, and explaining applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and preparing accurate and timely reports.
• Making accurate arithmetic calculations.
• Working without close supervision in standard work situations.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
• Instructing others in work procedures; interpreting, explaining, and applying requirements, rules and regulations related to various funding sources; interpreting, explaining, and applying principles and practices of grant administration.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Applying computer applications related to the job including but not exclusive to Microsoft Word, Office, Excel, Internet, and E-Mail applications.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with personnel contacted in the course of duties; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Under General Supervision - Incumbents at this level are given assignments and objectives that are governed by specifically outlined work methods and a sequence of steps, which are explained in general terms. The responsibility for achieving the work objectives, however, rests with a superior. Immediate supervision is not consistent, but checks are integrated into work processes and/or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
Supplemental Information
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

All new employees will serve a probationary period of twelve (12) months. Such employees are not subject to the collective bargaining agreement and may be laid off or discharged during this period for any reason.

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

Any City employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.

Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continued employment.

New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint-based background investigation which cost the new employee $47.00 and a drug screen which costs $36.50. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug screen.

Carson City participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment with Carson City must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 775.887.2103 or go to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at www.ucis.gov.

Carson City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Following is an overview of the benefit package offered to employees in this job classification.
No Nevada state income tax
Nevada Public Employees Retirement System contributions based on employee election
No Social Security
Medicare deduction of 1.45%
Eleven paid holidays
Annual leave
Sick leave
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Worker's Compensation
Employee assistance plan
Deferred Compensation (457b) plans available
Voluntary additional insurance plans available
Flexible spending (IRS 125) plans available

For additional information, please contact Human Resources at (775) 887-2103.
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Describe your experience of working with grants. Include in your description where the experience was attained. This employer must also be listed in your application under "Work History" to receive credit. Do not refer to "See Resume" to answer the question.
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Describe your experience of ensuring grants are in compliance with Federal regulations. Be specific when describing your experience. Include in your description where the experience was attained. This employer must also be listed in your application under "Work History" to receive credit. Do not refer to "See Resume" to answer the question.
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Describe your experience developing, monitoring, and maintaining grant tracking systems to ensure timely preparation and/or filing of grant applications, fiscal projections, requests for reimbursement or other financial reports. Be specific when describing your experience. Include in your description where the experience was attained. This employer must also be listed in your application under "Work History" to receive credit. Do not refer to "See Resume" to answer the question.
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Describe your experience developing, monitoring, and augmenting budgets. Be specific when describing your experience. Include in your description where the experience was attained. This employer must also be listed in your application under "Work History" to receive credit. Do not refer to "See Resume" to answer the question.
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Describe your experience with office equipment and computer applications including financial software that relate to your current or past employment. Indicate your level of expertise in each. Include in your description where the experience was attained. This employer must also be listed in your application under "Work History" to receive credit. Do not refer to "See Resume" to answer the question.
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Although the medical and recreational use of marijuana is lawful in Nevada, state law allows the City to prohibit the use of marijuana in the workplace and does not require the City to modify the job or working conditions of a person who engages in the medical use of marijuana if the job or working conditions are based upon the reasonable business purposes of the City. An employee who engages in the recreational use of marijuana and through a laboratory test is positive for the use of marijuana will be terminated. An employee who uses medical marijuana or products that contain derivatives such as THC may be terminated. Are you able to comply with this policy?
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