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This position will remain posted until filled. 

 

Location: KDA Headquarters, Manhattan, Kansas

 

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

This position will write grant and cooperative agreement applications for the Division of Conservation and partners coming from state, federal, and private funding sources.  Seek out funding opportunities for the Division of Conservation and share funding opportunities with partners.

 

This position will manage grants and cooperative agreements for the Division of Conservation once awarded.  Complete progress reports at intervals required by funding entities.  Track financial status of grants and cooperative agreements throughout the life of the awards.  Represent the Division of Conservation on working group to design and implement State of Kansas grant programs.

 

This position will maintain tracking database of State of Kansas funding utilized for in-kind and cash match for grants and cooperative agreements for the Division of Conservation.  Regularly inform partners of available match opportunities to allow partners to seek leveraging opportunities.

 

**This position has the opportunity to telework per guidelines of the Telework Policy of the Kansas Department of Agriculture KDA after one year of service. 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Professionally minded individuals with at least four years of direct experience related to grant writing. Candidates may also qualify through a combination of relevant education, work experience, training, or certification. 
  • In-depth knowledge of Kansas agriculture, natural resources and conservation issues is preferred.
  • Ability to set daily work priorities, accomplish tasks and projects within a defined timeframe, and exhibit pride in work output is expected. 
  • Attention to detail and demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present to partners.
  • Excellent organizational skills with knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, access databases, and general computer knowledge is required.
  • Employee is required have a valid Class C (or higher) Kansas driver’s license or equivalent license from another state. Employee is responsible to maintain an acceptable driving record to safely drive state vehicle and be willing and able to fulfill all job-related travel normally associated with this position. (5,000 to 10,000 miles traveled annually).