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Job Description

Only online applications will be acccepted:   www.mcallen.net

 Primary responsibilities include preparation of proposals and grant applications, and performance of responsible professional and administrative work in researching, identifying, developing and responding to public and private grant opportunities.  Qualified candidates should possess excellent writing and computer skills, and database management skills.  The candidate must be highly organized with the ability to implement systems and follow-up processes, able to effectively work under pressure, use independent judgment and produce a quality of work product within tight time constraints.  Previous experience will demonstrate a proven track record in securing new funding opportunities; comprehensive knowledge of research, and the ability to distinguish and identify funding opportunities for special programs.  Monitoring duties include evaluating compliance with agency guidelines and visiting Utility departments and outside agencies to ensure programmatic and financial compliance. 

Work is performed under broad direction of the Assistant General Manager with the majority of work performed independently. Essential Job Functions 1. Researches and identifies new government and private funding prospects.
2. Generates proposals and supporting documents.
3. Collects and evaluates data for use in grant applications and reports.
4. Monitors financial and programmatic compliance of MPU Grants and Contracts from Federal, State, and Nonprofit funding agencies.
5. Responsible for submission of reports to funding agencies including documentation of all transactions. 
6. Establishes and maintains contact with City departments, funding agencies, and Outside Agencies regarding compliance issues and program implementation.
7. Oversees submission of quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports to various funding agencies.
8. Prepares documentation, reports or studies required by the Assistant General Manager or General Manager describing grant-funded projects, expenditures, scope of work and status of implementation
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

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, talents and/or ability required.  Working knowledge of grant process, to include research, writing, budgeting and implementation process relating to compliance.

1. Job requires an accredited Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Communication, or related field preferred.  
2. Job requires three (3) to five (5) years of related experience in grant compliance, grant researching, and grant preparation. 
3. Job requires experience in the administrative decision making process as implemented in local government and work experience dealing with the public, as well as state and federal funding agencies. 
4. Job requires a command of the English language and excellent writing and editing skills.  Some ability to speak Spanish would be helpful, but not required.
5. Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills.
6. Excellent analytical skills, including ability to analyze and interpret data and extrapolate information.
7. Exceptional ability to exercise self motivation and facilitate collaborative working partnerships.
8. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
9. Computer literacy i.e. Internet, word processing, and spreadsheets.
10. Willingness to work flexible hours, if needed.
11. Reliable transportation, proof of liability insurance and valid TX driver’s license.