Homeland Security Grant Manager

CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Homeland Security Grant Manager

SALARY:

$63,999.47 - $82,777.96

DEPARTMENT:

Emergency Management and Communications

Opening Date:

09/09/2025

Closing Date:

09/23/2025 12:00 a.m.

FLSA Status: Exempt

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under direction, performs complex managerial and administrative work for homeland security grants. Coordinates the research, grant writing, implementation and administration of homeland security grant funded programs. Advances program development through partnerships with organizations and businesses. This position interacts with federal and state agencies, and other potential funders on program guidelines and administration, funding levels, and interpretation of regulations and policies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages the implementation and administration of homeland security grant programs.

Coordinates the research, grant writing, development, implementation and coordination of homeland grant programs and activities within Emergency Management and Communications.

Participates on the local planning team (LPT), Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Board, and other related committees as assigned. 

Identifies, collects and analyzes relevant information and key data to further program development.

Researches, identifies and writes grant applications to expand programs and services, as directed.

Compiles, prepares and summarizes programmatic reports and documents.

Manages the formulation and monitoring of program budgets, to ensure compliance with fiscal and program guidelines.

Attends and participates in meetings, presentations and project conferences as needed to fulfill grant requirements.

Oversees processing, submission, and tracking all required documentation necessary for the approval of grant funded expenditures.

May be assigned to respond to emergency situations on a twenty-four (24) hour basis as needed.

Ensures compliance of grant programs with established state and federal guidelines.

Creates partnerships and collaborative relationships with local, state and federal organizations and officials to advance program development and enhance service delivery.

Supervises the work of other staff as assigned.

Operates an automobile to perform assigned job functions.

Performs related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Communications or related field

• Three (3) years managing or administering grants in a public-sector setting

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Communications, or related field

• Supervisory experience

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Grant management, reporting and general accounting principles

• Planning, budgeting and contracting practices

• Use and application of current computer programs, including Microsoft Suite and grant portals

Skill in:

• Providing organized support for effective project implementation

• Working effectively in stressful conditions and make responsible decisions appropriate to the scope of the position according to established laws, policies and procedures

• Public speaking

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, Federal, State and local agencies and the public

• Utilize countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments

• Work in an environment which embraces the County’s Dignity Campaign

• Effectively speak, write and understand the English language

• Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred

• Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions

• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files

• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries

• Work indep