Grants Associate
Join our team at Saint Paul Parks and Recreation! We are looking for a Grants Associate to support the Design and Construction Division by coordinating grants and other funding for capital projects. In this role, you will be responsible for grant writing, grant reporting, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, and analyzing and interpreting data to support funding pursuits.
Here’s what you can expect to do:
- Coordinating with project managers to compile project information and data to complete grant applications
- Gathering data to complete regular grant reporting
- Performing regular grant compliance checks
- Maintaining and organizing records related to grants
- Developing familiarity with Saint Paul’s parkland dedication ordinance and tracking its implementation
For more information and essential functions, see our Management Assistant I job description.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Position Requirements:
A Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Urban Planning, Information Systems, Management, Business Management, or closely related field. Acceptable, related degrees may be specified by the requirements of each hiring department.
This position requires possession of a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out of state driver's license. See the job announcement for details.
How to Apply:
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
- Upload or submit the following document(s) via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
- A resume (optional)
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Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.
Learn more about our Hiring Process:
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Michelle LeBow at 651-266-6519
Email: michelle.lebow@stpaul.gov
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Working Title: Grants Associate
Official Title: Management Assistant I