CDBG Grants Manager

Salary: $46,655.00 - $86,321.00 AnnuallyLocation : Richland County, SCJob Type: FTE - Full-TimeJob Number: 169861Agency: Department of CommerceOpening Date: 10/08/2024Closing Date: 10/18/2024 11:59 PM EasternClass Code:: BE30Position Number:: 60023Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)Pay Band: Band 6Hiring Range - Min.: $46,655.00Hiring Range - Max.: $65,000.00Opening Date: 10/08/2024EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity EmployerAgency Specific Application Procedures:: Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all questions, education and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to the hiring managers. You may be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted after a contingent offer of employment. Please provide an explanation of any gaps of employment. A resume should be attached with your application, but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.Job Responsibilities Welcome to South Carolina. The new headquarters of American innovation. The South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) is committed to maintaining the state's long-term competitiveness while building a modern economy - one that is diverse, supporting businesses at every phase of their lifecycle, while allowing people to live and work where they love. As one of 20 cabinet agencies, S.C. Commerce is the state's lead economic development agency. Its mission is to create economic opportunities to increase choices for all South Carolinians, which it does by supporting new and existing businesses and partnerships that fuel emerging industries such as life sciences, headquarters and advanced energy. To drive the state's advanced energy potential and global impact, S.C. Commerce helped organize the SC Nexus for Advanced Resilient Energy (SC NEXUS), designated as one of 31 federal Technology and Innovation Hubs in 2023. A national leader in foreign direct investment, South Carolina extends its international reach with representation in Europe and Asia, ensuring the state remains a top, global business destination from launch to legacy. The CDBG Grants Manager serves as the principle point of contact for at least two assigned regions of the state. They provide technical assistance to units of local government and grant administrators regarding the development and implementation of Community Development Block Grants. They monitor grant activities for timely performance and compliance with State and Federal regulations.Under limited supervision, the employee has responsibility and discretionary authority for implementing and coordinating the implementation of procedures and regulations governing the CDBG program. The employee must be self-motivated and well organized.1. Grant Management: Perform operational management for the CDBG program from project development through implementation phase by applying expert knowledge in assisting applicants with completing grant applications, reviewing applications, evaluating feasibility and fundability of proposals, recommending applications for approval, making funding recommendations, conducting site visits, and providing project start-up guidance. To include providing timely training and assistance to grantees during project implementation in the evaluation of amendments, quarterly reports, financial reports, compliance, and correspondence.2. Compliance and Regulatory Oversight: Ensuring that grantees follow all Federal and State applicable laws, regulations, and policies to include procedures outlined in the State CDBG Program's Implementation Manual. Provide continuous progress monitoring of all assigned projects on an on-going basis. Conduct compliance reviews (typically conducted on-site) for adherence with all regulations and policies to include timely close-out of grants.3. Technical Assistance and Training: Provide timely training and technical assistance to applicants, grantees, and others in proposal writing, project implementation, and close-out. To include serving as staff in training to the Procurement Compliance Specialist on Labor Standards and Davis Bacon Compliance and the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Program Manager in ensuring grantee compliance.4. Provide support and assistance to Senior Division staff, CDBG program administrator, CDBG Data Coordinator, and ARC Program Manager as needed. Minimum and Additional Requirements A bachelor's degree and experience in business, personnel, grant-in-aid or public administration. Prefer a bachelor's degree and two years of related experience, one of which in grant work or master's degree in a related field and one year of grant experience. Have a valid South Carolina driver's license. Preferred Qualifications The employee should have extensive knowledge of laws governing various state and federal agencies; considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration; good written and verbal communications skills; strong ability to analyze complex data and situations accurately and formulate effective strategies with minimum supervision; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Experience with Community Development Block Grant Program preferred, along with a working knowledge of federal grant requirements and the principles and practices of public administration. Additional Comments Driver's license, In-state travel required with ocasional travel to out of state locations.The South Carolina Department of Commerce offers an exceptional benefit package for full time and temporary grant positions that include: *Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse and Children. *15 days annual (vacation) leave per year. *15 days of sick leave per year. *13 paid holidays. *State Retirement Pension and 401K Plans *Deferred Compensation Programs *Paid Parental Leave. *Telecommute options of 1-2 days per week. Benefits for State EmployeesThe state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance BenefitsEligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement BenefitsState employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace BenefitsState employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.