Manager-Grants Administrator and Community Liaison
Apply NowCompany: Kenai Peninsula Borough
Location: Soldotna, AK 99669
Description:
Salary: $82,385.00 - $133,557.00 Annually
Location : Soldotna, AK
Job Type: Full-time
Department: MAYOR'S OFFICE
Division: MAYOR'S OFFICE
Opening Date: 02/11/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Please be sure to attach requested documents to application.
Definition
This management position reports to the Mayor and is responsible for a wide variety of projects or programs that serve the borough in area and non-areawide capacities. The individual administers all assigned grants to ensure compliance with funding regulations and reporting requirements as well as serves as a liaison for the borough administration.
Minimum Qualifications
Essential Functions
1. Functions as the primary administrator of all cooperative agreements, grants, and subrecipient grants.
2. Assists borough departments and service areas throughout the lifecycle of grant processes from the initial application to closeout obligations.
3. Acts as the main liaison between the administration, communities, state or federal partners as well as other groups in assessing needs, identifying revenue sources, and making grant applications that supports borough services.
4. Researches and monitors state legislation and federal appropriations, notice of funding publications, government and non-government funding opportunities, and other resources to pursue application opportunities.
5. Uses current communication resources to internally and externally enhance public understanding of borough policies, procedures, emerging initiatives and other items of public interest specific to grant-funded projects or programs.
6. Serves on the borough Incident Management Team.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to communicate orally; regularly required to sit and to use hands and fingers dexterously to operate office equipment and small tools; occasionally transport up to 30 pounds; reach with hands and arms, and stand and walk (at times on uneven ground). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We look forward to reviewing your application. Thank you for applying!
Kenai Peninsula Borough Self-Insured Health/Rx /Dental/Vision Plans
High Deductible Health Plan
Calendar Year Deductible: Individual - $2,000*Family - $4,000*
Calendar Year Out-of-Pocket Maximum:
Individual - $5,500 In-Network / $15,000
Out-of-Network Family - $9,000 In-Network / $30,000 Out-of-Network
Prescription Drug Plan Calendar Year Deductible:
Individual - $2,000* Family - $4,000*
* Medical and prescription deductibles are combined and cross-accumulate * Medical and prescription out-of-pocket maximums are combined and cross-accumulate
Note: A spousal coverage surcharge of $150 per month ($75 per pay period) will be assessed if an employee's spouse declines health coverage available through his or her employer and is enrolled in the KPB Plans, or if the spouse elects to enroll in a reduced benefit plan which shifts primary coverage to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Health Plan.
Employee Health Premiums per Pay Period (24 per year):
Employee $47.50 ($95/month)
Spouse $47.50 ($95/month)
Children (1 - 5)$12.50 (per each child / $25 per child/per month)
Children (6+) $75 ($150 total/month)
Dental Plan Calendar Year Deductible
Individual - $75 / Family - $250
Annual Maximum Benefit per Person - $2,500
Vision Plan
There is no deductible applicable to the Vision Plan Eligible expenses include eye exams, lenses and frames and contact lenses.
Dental/Vision Premiums per Pay Period (24 per year):Coverage for employee and all eligible, enrolled dependents$15 ($30/month)
Borough Contribution to HSA or HRA
Health Savings Account
Calendar Year Contribution$1,500 Individual / $3,000 Family
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Calendar Year Contribution$1,500 Individual / $3,000 Family
Employees who elect to participate in, and meet eligibility requirements for, the HRA or HSA, shall have the Employer's contribution, *pro-rated, deposited into their account in equal monthly installments during the first pay period paid on the first payday of each month.
*pro-rated is defined as $125.00 per month for an individual or $250.00 per month for a family, based on month of hire for new hires. This is based on the Boroughs contribution for a Full-Time employee of $1500.00 per year for an individual or $3000.00 per year for a family.
Guardian Flight AirMed & LifeMed AK transportation
Discount family membership available at employee's expense.
Employee Assistance Program
Available at no cost to employee and family members 24/7, through Magellan Health.
Flexible Spending Account
Pre-tax payroll deduction for qualified medical/dental expenses available at employee's expense.
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Pre-tax payroll deduction for dependent care expenses available at employee's expense.
Group Life and AD&D
A life insurance policy for all regular status employees in an amount equal to the employee's annual salary. A $2,000 policy is also provided for spouse and dependent children.
Additional Group Life and AD&D
Additional life insurance available at employee's expense.
Supplemental Policies
Available through Colonial Life at employee's expense.
Personal Leave-Paid Time Off-PTO
Employees accrue 6.47 hours of PTO from date of hire and it is available to use immediately. Accrual increases according to a 2, 5, and 10-year schedule.
Holidays
Ten scheduled holidays plus two floating holidays.
Administrative Leave
Administrative employees receive up to 80 hours of administrative leave per calendar year.
Retirement
Enrollment in the State of Alaska Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) is mandatory. Employee/ Employer contributions dependent on PERS Tier Level employee is hired under.
Deferred Compensation Plan
An optional employee-funded 457 deferred compensation program available through MissionSquare Retirement.
IRA & Roth IRA
Available at employee's expense through MissionSquare Retirement.
This is only a Summary Sheet. Please see full Medical/Rx and Dental/Vision Plans for schedule of benefits and coverage. Consult your current Collective Bargaining Agreement as well as applicable KPB policies/procedures regarding other benefits outlined above.
01
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully, and certify that your responses can be verified from information within your application and by reference?
02
COVER LETTER: This job posting requires a cover letter attached to the application. Have you attached your cover letter, as required, which highlights my knowledge, skills, abilities and experience as they pertain to the responsibilities listed in the job description. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered.
03
RESUME: This job posting requires a resume attached to the application. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered.
04
Please provide name, address, email address, and contact numbers for three (3) professional references.If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A.
05
Please provide name, address, email address and contact numbers for three (3) personal references.If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A.
06
Do you currently possess a valid, unrestricted State of Alaska Driver's License?
07
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in related field and two years of progressive responsible management experience in the related field; or Associate's Degree in related field and four years of progressive responsible management experience in the related field; or six years of progressively responsible management experience in the related field which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position?Briefly below let us know your management experience or education level in the related field:
08
Have you completed the following Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) baseline courses?100, 200, 700, 800 or their equivalentPlease indicate below which courses are complete. These must be completed within first year of employment.
09
Please briefly describe your proficient knowledge executing grant management skills from application to closeout functions specific to federal programs.
Required Question
Location : Soldotna, AK
Job Type: Full-time
Department: MAYOR'S OFFICE
Division: MAYOR'S OFFICE
Opening Date: 02/11/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Please be sure to attach requested documents to application.
Definition
This management position reports to the Mayor and is responsible for a wide variety of projects or programs that serve the borough in area and non-areawide capacities. The individual administers all assigned grants to ensure compliance with funding regulations and reporting requirements as well as serves as a liaison for the borough administration.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field and two years of progressive responsible management experience in the related field; or Associate's Degree in related field and four years of progressive responsible management experience in the related field; or six years of progressively responsible management experience in the related field which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Must possess leadership abilities, interpersonal skills, and written and verbal communication skills to be able to perform in a professional manner.
- Must be efficient in managing computerized data systems.
- Must have proficient knowledge executing grant management skills from application to closeout functions specific to federal programs.
- Must have completion of Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses: IS-100, 200, 300, 700, and 800 or their equivalent within first year of employment.
- Must have experience with Microsoft MS Office products and other platforms as required.
- A valid, unrestricted Alaska driver's license may be required.
Essential Functions
1. Functions as the primary administrator of all cooperative agreements, grants, and subrecipient grants.
2. Assists borough departments and service areas throughout the lifecycle of grant processes from the initial application to closeout obligations.
3. Acts as the main liaison between the administration, communities, state or federal partners as well as other groups in assessing needs, identifying revenue sources, and making grant applications that supports borough services.
4. Researches and monitors state legislation and federal appropriations, notice of funding publications, government and non-government funding opportunities, and other resources to pursue application opportunities.
5. Uses current communication resources to internally and externally enhance public understanding of borough policies, procedures, emerging initiatives and other items of public interest specific to grant-funded projects or programs.
6. Serves on the borough Incident Management Team.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to communicate orally; regularly required to sit and to use hands and fingers dexterously to operate office equipment and small tools; occasionally transport up to 30 pounds; reach with hands and arms, and stand and walk (at times on uneven ground). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We look forward to reviewing your application. Thank you for applying!
Kenai Peninsula Borough Self-Insured Health/Rx /Dental/Vision Plans
- Coverage begins on date of hire into a regular position.
- Biweekly payroll (24 pay periods); employee's contribution (pre-tax) deduction
- Borough-provided contribution for HSA or HRA
High Deductible Health Plan
Calendar Year Deductible: Individual - $2,000*Family - $4,000*
Calendar Year Out-of-Pocket Maximum:
Individual - $5,500 In-Network / $15,000
Out-of-Network Family - $9,000 In-Network / $30,000 Out-of-Network
Prescription Drug Plan Calendar Year Deductible:
Individual - $2,000* Family - $4,000*
* Medical and prescription deductibles are combined and cross-accumulate * Medical and prescription out-of-pocket maximums are combined and cross-accumulate
Note: A spousal coverage surcharge of $150 per month ($75 per pay period) will be assessed if an employee's spouse declines health coverage available through his or her employer and is enrolled in the KPB Plans, or if the spouse elects to enroll in a reduced benefit plan which shifts primary coverage to the Kenai Peninsula Borough Health Plan.
Employee Health Premiums per Pay Period (24 per year):
Employee $47.50 ($95/month)
Spouse $47.50 ($95/month)
Children (1 - 5)$12.50 (per each child / $25 per child/per month)
Children (6+) $75 ($150 total/month)
Dental Plan Calendar Year Deductible
Individual - $75 / Family - $250
Annual Maximum Benefit per Person - $2,500
Vision Plan
There is no deductible applicable to the Vision Plan Eligible expenses include eye exams, lenses and frames and contact lenses.
Dental/Vision Premiums per Pay Period (24 per year):Coverage for employee and all eligible, enrolled dependents$15 ($30/month)
Borough Contribution to HSA or HRA
Health Savings Account
Calendar Year Contribution$1,500 Individual / $3,000 Family
Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Calendar Year Contribution$1,500 Individual / $3,000 Family
Employees who elect to participate in, and meet eligibility requirements for, the HRA or HSA, shall have the Employer's contribution, *pro-rated, deposited into their account in equal monthly installments during the first pay period paid on the first payday of each month.
*pro-rated is defined as $125.00 per month for an individual or $250.00 per month for a family, based on month of hire for new hires. This is based on the Boroughs contribution for a Full-Time employee of $1500.00 per year for an individual or $3000.00 per year for a family.
Guardian Flight AirMed & LifeMed AK transportation
Discount family membership available at employee's expense.
Employee Assistance Program
Available at no cost to employee and family members 24/7, through Magellan Health.
Flexible Spending Account
Pre-tax payroll deduction for qualified medical/dental expenses available at employee's expense.
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Pre-tax payroll deduction for dependent care expenses available at employee's expense.
Group Life and AD&D
A life insurance policy for all regular status employees in an amount equal to the employee's annual salary. A $2,000 policy is also provided for spouse and dependent children.
Additional Group Life and AD&D
Additional life insurance available at employee's expense.
Supplemental Policies
Available through Colonial Life at employee's expense.
Personal Leave-Paid Time Off-PTO
Employees accrue 6.47 hours of PTO from date of hire and it is available to use immediately. Accrual increases according to a 2, 5, and 10-year schedule.
Holidays
Ten scheduled holidays plus two floating holidays.
Administrative Leave
Administrative employees receive up to 80 hours of administrative leave per calendar year.
Retirement
Enrollment in the State of Alaska Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) is mandatory. Employee/ Employer contributions dependent on PERS Tier Level employee is hired under.
Deferred Compensation Plan
An optional employee-funded 457 deferred compensation program available through MissionSquare Retirement.
IRA & Roth IRA
Available at employee's expense through MissionSquare Retirement.
This is only a Summary Sheet. Please see full Medical/Rx and Dental/Vision Plans for schedule of benefits and coverage. Consult your current Collective Bargaining Agreement as well as applicable KPB policies/procedures regarding other benefits outlined above.
01
Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully, and certify that your responses can be verified from information within your application and by reference?
- Yes
- No
02
COVER LETTER: This job posting requires a cover letter attached to the application. Have you attached your cover letter, as required, which highlights my knowledge, skills, abilities and experience as they pertain to the responsibilities listed in the job description. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered.
- Yes
- No
03
RESUME: This job posting requires a resume attached to the application. I understand if this is not attached, my application will not be considered.
- Yes
- No
04
Please provide name, address, email address, and contact numbers for three (3) professional references.If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A.
05
Please provide name, address, email address and contact numbers for three (3) personal references.If you have provided this information on your application, this question is N/A.
06
Do you currently possess a valid, unrestricted State of Alaska Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
07
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in related field and two years of progressive responsible management experience in the related field; or Associate's Degree in related field and four years of progressive responsible management experience in the related field; or six years of progressively responsible management experience in the related field which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position?Briefly below let us know your management experience or education level in the related field:
08
Have you completed the following Incident Command System (ICS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) baseline courses?100, 200, 700, 800 or their equivalentPlease indicate below which courses are complete. These must be completed within first year of employment.
09
Please briefly describe your proficient knowledge executing grant management skills from application to closeout functions specific to federal programs.
Required Question