Ashtabula County Commissioners are seeking a: Grant Specialist

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Under supervision from the Director: the Grant Specialist will provide support in administrating Ashtabula County’s various grant funding (typically but not limited to Community Development Block Grant – CDBG and Community Housing Impact and Preservation Program – CHIP); formulating short and long-range objectives, goals, and programs, and reviewing programs for conformance with policies and objectives, uses Census data to make decisions regarding various department programs; conducts environmental reviews; manages grant financials under provided policies and guidelines; assists Director in developing department policy.  Responsible for project management, prepares and submits grant applications, reporting, coordination with applicants, monitors department and contractor activities to ensure deadlines are met in a timely manner.   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field; two (2) to four (4) years’ training and/or experience in community development, economic development, grant administration, project management, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.  An Ohio Driver’s License shall be maintained.  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Familiarity with project management, procurement, fair housing. public relations; basic math; Davis Bacon and Ohio Prevailing Wage. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, picture, or schedule form; read, comprehend, and interpret various laws and regulations; compile statistical data; read, copy, and record figures accurately; prepare accurate, well-written reports and routine correspondence; communicate effectively via telephone and face-to-face with public and with all levels of County and outside agency personnel; respond to routine and sensitive inquiries from public and/or officials; gather, collate, and classify information; travel to and gain access to work site.

Please submit resumes to HR@ashtabulacounty.us