Company: Minnesota Housing Finance Agency
Job description:
The work you’ll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Minnesota Housing is hiring! We believe there should be joy in the work we do. We’re a mission-focused financial and grant making institution looking for a Housing Stability Grants Team Supervisor. Looking to hire a Grants Specialist Coordinator who will serve as a grants management expert for Housing Stability and help ensure the division complies with the Department of Administration’s Office of Grants Management Policies and the Agency’s grant policies and procedures. This position provides technical expertise and guidance to staff, applicants and grantees on grant Request for Proposals, due diligence, contracting, payment disbursements, monitoring and overall grant management and administration.
Essential Job Duties
- Perform Housing Stability grant management and administration duties such as serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on compliance and implementation of the Minnesota Department of Administration Office of Grants Management (OGM) policies and state procurement requirements.
- Process payment requests and disbursements by receiving, reviewing, securing revisions, approving and processing requests. Set up payments in agency systems, working with agency Operations and Finance when needed. Collaborate with the program manager and grantees to brainstorm and negotiate resolutions.
- Perform grant contracting duties such as conducting the Pre-Award Risk Assessment, receiving, reviewing and approving contract due diligence items routing, preparing contracts/contract amendments and securing contract signatures.
- Support Grants Monitoring staff during monitoring periods which may include supporting internal and external monitoring communications, preparing program requirement and expenditure reports and securing/following up with grantees for additional items.
- Perform Grants Management Team Member duties such as building relationships and partnering with internal staff from the Agency’s Grants Management team, Legal, program managers, Operations and Finance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.
- Three (3) years of experience in financial reconciliation of administrative, grant, or loan programs or financial management experience involving evaluating, administering, accounting for, and/or monitoring of grants or loans.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance may substitute for 12 months of experience – or – a Master’s degree in the listed fields may substitute for 18 months of experience
- Cultural competency is demonstrated by skills for communication and interaction across cultures and awareness of one’s own world view and that different world views exist.
- Knowledge and understanding of federal and state laws, regulations and policies as they relate to grant management and financial management and apply them to individual situations.
- Strong financial monitoring and auditing skills, including ability to design and implement effective controls to mitigate risk.
- Knowledge establishing positive working relationships with a variety of organizations and staff.
- Demonstrated communication skills in writing and orally providing direction and problem-solving with individual grantees and explaining program data to staff and others in plain language.
- Experience adjusting to changing priorities and managing schedules to meet timelines.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of Minnesota Department of Administration’s Office of Grants Management and Office of Procurement requirements, policies, and procedures.
- Experience with federal grant application and management systems.
- Familiarity with applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations that relate to contracting and procurement using state and federal resources.
- Knowledge and understanding working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures, especially staff from culturally specific serving organizations.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
- Reference Checks.
- Job related background checks.
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure.
Physical Requirements
Requires moving office items such as file folders and small office tools.
How to Apply
External candidates: Use the link at the bottom of the page to apply. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Internal candidates: Go to Employee Self Service > Careers and search for Job ID 92932
Contact
If you have questions about the position, contact us at: MHFA.HR@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 MHFA.HR@state.mn.us
About Housing Finance Agency
At Minnesota Housing, we know that affordable housing is an essential part of Minnesota’s infrastructure. When you work here, you’re helping to build stronger communities. We have a national reputation as one of the finest housing finance agencies in the country.
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 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.
- Student Loan Reimbursement (pilot program)
- Tuition Assistance Program
- 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 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.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us, and let us know the support you need.
Job type: Full Time
Fully remote: Hybrid
Salary range: $33.48 – $49.66/ Hourly – $69,906 – $103,690/ Yearly
Location: St. Paul Minnesota
