The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field; plus two years of experience in program planning, grant administration, or a related area.

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF
THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON
APPROVAL OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES CHIEF

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• Knowledge of financial grants management
• Knowledge of grant implementation, monitoring, and fiscal control practices
• Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations governing grant administration
• Knowledge of state budgetary and accounting principles and practices
• Ability to review, monitor, and administer grant contracts
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply state and federal laws and regulations governing grants administration
• Ability to develop, monitor, and evaluate grant program compliance
• Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written technical information and materials

• Knowledge of the wildlife and sport fish restoration programs and/or other miscellaneous federal programs
• Knowledge of 2 CFR Part 200 - Uniform Guidance
• Knowledge of or exposure to conservation and/or biology
• Technical writing skills
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Adobe, and Microsoft Office software
• Working knowledge and experience using AASIS/SAP/S4HANA

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) Grants Coordinator I is responsible for planning and reviewing the implementation of grants and monitoring financial and operational status of grantees. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

• Reviews financial records, statutes, and the utilization of program resources, and conducts onsite inspections, assesses staff duties and functions, verifies payroll and personnel policies, and prepares reports on findings
• Assists applicant in determining area or program needs, provides suggestions concerning application procedures, reviews grant and/or loan applications, and recommends approval/disapproval
• Participates in the establishment of priorities and allocation of resources, establishes accounting practices to comply with requirements, and evaluates program requirements through studies of required funds and resources
• Coordinates and monitors the implementation of grants, contracts, and/or loan programs by overseeing funding procedures, developing goals and objectives, and monitoring implementation, to ensure compliance with institution policies, laws, and regulations
• Prepares financial reports, negotiates funding sources, monitors disbursements and invoices involving granting and contracting agencies and allocates resources for programs
• Prepares statistical reports by analyzing grant information, develops record keeping procedures, and disseminates information to program participants and funding sources concerning new programs or changes
• Reviews grants for compliance, recommends reallocation of funds, and researches and recommends sources for new funding
• Provides technical assistance, as required for the department's programs and support services, in regard to purchase services and sub-grant programs
• Assists in developing requests for applications, application development workshops, and training conferences to applicants
• Plans, directs, and organizes program campaigns to acquaint local, county, and state agencies with available grants
• May process personal service contracts, contract amendments, or invoices, by reviewing for accuracy and adherence to established procedures, verifying available funds, transferring funds as needed, and submitting for payment
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Planning, coordination, monitoring, and compliance of all Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration funding, as well as assisting with other federal funding as assigned
• Programmatic and financial grants management
• Coordination with all AGFC divisions regarding grant funding and utilization, submission of grant applications, and amendments
• Review of contracts and subawards to ensure compliance
• Maintaining grant records, tracking program fund balances, compiling and submitting programmatic performance reports, interpreting and applying state and federal laws, and regular communication with state and federal agency staff
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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• This position will oversee a variety of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service grants, primarily grants funded through the Wildlife Restoration Program, and several other miscellaneous federal grants.
• In-state and out-of-state travel will be required for training and annual conferences.
• A flexible work schedule arrangement is available for this position.