Violence Against Women Act Grant Coordinator

This position exists to direct and manage grant administration for federal Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) funded grants and special projects. This position has oversight of VAWA requirements for state administrators and manages federal applications, reporting, and special requirements. This position manages and provides technical assistance to VAWA funded grantees on VAWA program purpose area activities. This position works closely with OJP crime victim grant staff (CVS), grantees, state coalition partners, criminal justice stakeholders, and other parties as directed. This position works closely with the CVS Grants Director on VAWA RFP processes and statewide planning.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Three* years of experience working with grant/contract administration and those impacted by crime victimization, victim services and community resources with criminal justice or related field
• Experience in federal Violence Against Women Act grant management including application, project development and management, budget development, reporting.
• Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities

Those that meet the above qualifications will be further evaluated on:

• Experience providing technical assistance and training. 
• Knowledge of basic accounting functions and the ability to understand revenue/expense reports and to interpret and analyze budgets.
• Strong verbal and written communication, time-management, facilitation, and leadership skills.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary team of criminal justice professionals and crime victim service agency partners in Violence Against Women Act required planning and activities.
• Skills in building and maintaining working relationships among professional colleagues, community stakeholders, collaborative partners, and grantees.
• Tracking reports and submissions to ensure compliance and program progress

*Bachelors degree or higher may substitute for one year of required experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to assess the needs of crime victims and recommend program improvements and address gaps in community services.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice systems and various areas of crime victim services (e.g., domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking).
• Experience working with diverse populations in crime victim services areas, which may include victims of crime, law enforcement and/or crime victim service providers or other community organizations.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools.  May need to maintain stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, includes the following components:

1) criminal history

2) reference check

3) drivers license check

Application Details

How to Apply 

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Megan Lund at megan.lund@state.mn.us .

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Megan Lund at megan.lund@state.mn.us.

About Public Safety Dept 

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a diverse, complex agency dedicated to serving communities across the state. DPS has 10 public facing and four support divisions with about 2,200 dedicated employees operating programs statewide that all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota.

Working together to improve the state we love. 

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common? 

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits 

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include: 

• Paid vacation and sick leave 
• 12 paid holidays each year 
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans 
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children 
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care 
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.