Grant Operations Manager

Job Summary

Managing the administrative backbone for the Workforce Innovation & Systems portfolio, the full-time salaried Grant Operations Manager will oversee grant lifecycle management, compliance, and cross-functional coordination for multiple concurrent grants in a remote environment.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full grant lifecycle from award activation to closeout, ensuring compliance and performance across various grants
• Establish and maintain standardized grant administration systems, tools, and processes to ensure compliance with funder requirements
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to monitor financial and compliance performance, escalating risks as necessary

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, Project Management, Human Services, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
• 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in grant administration, project management, or nonprofit administration
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and Excel-based tracking tools
• Professional certifications such as PMP or grant management are desirable
• Demonstrated understanding of the full grant management process from opportunity identification through closeout