Grants Manager

View Announcement on State of Colorado Website YOU MUST SUBMIT AN OFFICIAL STATE OF COLORADO JOB APPLICATION TO APPLY. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. To apply, go to this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/4760242/grants-manager CDLE has implemented a pilot program on March 1st, 2022 which will award Disability Hiring Preference Points similar to the Veterans' Preference Points program. During your application process you will be asked if you would like to be considered for either of these programs for additional points in the hiring process. To learn more about Disability Hiring Preference and what will be required to participate, please visit our website: https://sites.google.com/state.co.us/disability-hiring-preference/home PLEASE NOTE: With the beginning of this program, CDLE will no longer accept attachments of any kind with applications. Please be as thorough as possible in documenting your education and work history in the application system. Attachments will not be accepted or considered during any phase of the hiring process including minimum qualification screening, comparative analysis, or interviews. Salary Range Pay for position: $43.04 - $47.45 Hourly $3,443.08 - $3,796.15 Biweekly $7,460.00 - $8,225.00 Monthly $89,520.00 - $98,700.00 Annually Duties The Office of the Future of Work (OFW) works to understand, prepare for, and develop effective policy and programmatic solutions to support Coloradans in today and tomorrow's changing economy. As part of this work, OFW oversees two critical initiatives: the State Apprenticeship Agency (referred to as Apprenticeship Colorado) and the Digital Equity Literacy and Inclusion Initiative. The SAA promotes and supports Registered Apprenticeship Programs (RAPs) in Colorado, has total functional responsibility over statewide operation, procedures, and activities as they relate to RAPs. The OFW administers federally funded grants to increase career and education pathways for jobseekers and students to high-wage careers, with an emphasis on historically excluded populations. The Digital Equity, Literacy and Inclusion Initiative which works across state agencies and community partners to close the digital divide through the implementation of the state's digital access plan and a statewide Digital Navigator Program. The OFW is also responsible for raising awareness of the future of work trends through regular presentations, articles, and research projects. This is a new position in the OFW's Organizational Services unit overseeing the Grants team. The Grants Manager leads the OFW's efforts to secure and manage funding by identifying, applying for, and overseeing federal, state, and philanthropic grants. They build and maintain relationships with funders including the U.S. Department of Labor and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, ensuring alignment between funding opportunities and organizational priorities. The position supervises Grant Specialists who manage specific funding streams and a Program Monitor who ensures grantees meet their goals. Through strategic coordination and oversight, the Grants Manager maximizes resource impact and supports the OFW's efforts. Minimum Qualifications Experience Only: Eight (8) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position OR Education and Experience: A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to eight (8) years