Grants Program Manager ID - 15296

The Department of Environmental Quality is looking to fill multiple Environmental Planning Consultant positions in the Division of Air Quality.

Job Description
  • Lead team efforts for overall program development, implementation, and oversight;
  • Strategic coordination with project partners and stakeholders to align program activities and goals;
  • Become an expert on respective program requirements and goals, vehicle and equipment electrification, impacts on communities, and workforce development/training opportunities and develop program strategies that result in successful outcomes of the program;
  • Oversee compliance with EPA program requirements, contractual obligations, procurement and documentation requirements;
  • Manage program data through monitoring, analysis, and reporting;
  • Manage program budget, track expenditures, and ensure proper financial controls are in place;
  • Manage projects by establishing eligibility, monitoring progress, ensuring deliverables are met, and tracking project advancement; and
  • Communicate program updates and information to stakeholders, legislators, board members, and the public.
Ideal Candidate 
The ideal candidate will have the following:
  • Experience with grant program development, implementation, and oversight
  • The ability to lead in a team environment
  • Experience with promoting government programs and engaging with potential program participants to increase program effectiveness
  • Experience with vehicle/equipment electrification projects, particularly in the goods movement industry
  • Experience with coordinating community engagement activities, conducting meetings, and addressing community concerns
  • Understanding of workforce training needs and strategies to support high-quality jobs and equitable workforce development as it pertains to the respective grant program
  • Ability to collaborate and coordinate with various stakeholders, including government agencies, private businesses, and community organizations
  • Experience conducting contract reviews and ensuring compliance with contract stipulations
  • Experience with financial management, including budget oversight, financial reporting, expenditure tracking, and ensuring proper financial controls
  • The ability to collaborate with colleagues in dynamic environments and adapt to changing circumstances
  • Organizational skills that strengthen the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with stakeholders, prepare reports, and disseminate information
  • Self-motivated and takes the initiative to foresee and proceed with actions that will result in successful outcomes
  • Skills in managing and tracking data, quantifying emissions reductions, and reporting outcomes
  • Proficiency in Google Workspace, Salesforce, and Microsoft Office
  • Experience with state government processes
  • Knowledge of goods movement and/or vehicle electrification

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Preferences
  • A degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Urban Planning, Technical Writing, Program Development, Project Management, or related field;
  • OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and paid professional employment directly related to the above tasks.
Work Location
This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid/flexible work schedule, with some days required in office. Our office is located 195 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, Utah. A position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.  Note: Under Administrative Rule R13-4 all work must be performed within the State of Utah.

Why You Should Join Our Team
 
In this position, you would enjoy the generous benefits package offered by the State of Utah. We have an extremely competitive total compensation package that you can learn about HERE!
  • Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP):
    • 3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan. (There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those who have other medical insurance coverage)
    • 5 dental plan options (There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those who have other dental insurance coverage)
    • 4 vision plan options under EyeMed or OptiCare
  • Retirement - Utah Retirement Systems (URS):
  • Paid Time Off:
    • Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual, 4 hours sick).
    • Annual leave increases with years of service. 
    • There are also 12 paid holidays.
The Agency
For more information about the Department of Environmental Quality and the Division of Air Quality, click here.

 

Supplemental Information

 

  • Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
  • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
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