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Grant Compliance Assistant

Employer
Connecticut State Colleges and Universities
Location
Connecticut, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Sep 5, 2022
Details:

Posted: September 2, 2022
Level: Community College Professional 13, 12-month, Special Appointment
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with materials submitted by 5:00pm (EST) on Monday, October 3, 2022, receiving priority consideration.

Location:

Norwalk Community College
188 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT 06854
**This position is not remote**

This grant-funded position will be an employee of Norwalk Community College but will work at CSCU System Office in Hartford to facilitate grant work. This position may also require the incumbent to travel to colleges within the CSCU system.

For more information, please click on the college to be directed to their website.

CT State Community College Mission:

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) provides access to academically rigorous and innovative education and training focused on student success. The College supports excellence in teaching and learning, makes data-informed decisions, promotes equity, advances positive change for the students, communities, and industries it serves, and awards associates degrees and certificates.

CT State Community College Vision:

CT State will be recognized for exceptional student success, educational leadership, and transformative collaboration with business and industry, government, educational, and key stakeholders while advancing diverse opportunities for Connecticut’s citizens and communities.

CT State Community College Equity Statement:

The CSCU system commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.

Anticipated Start Date:

November 2022

Position Summary:

Provides primary fiscal support for community college grants, including financial analysis and assisting with development, implementation, monitoring and reporting functions to assure accurate and consistent recording and reporting of budget and fiscal reports. This position is responsible for assisting with the preparation of budgets and fiscal reports for specific grants, assisting with preparation of financial data and student data, and working with college, university, employer and other grant partner finance personnel to provide technical assistance and resolve issues related to budgets and planning. Assists with data gathering for analysis and reconciliation, as required.

Incumbents must possess proven ability to effectively work with a culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and student. They are expected to have excellent oral and written communication skills along with strong Information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.)

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related area together with one (1) year of related experience; or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties.

Successful Candidate must have or must possess:
  • Experience in budget management and processes and report preparation are required.
  • Knowledge of basic bookkeeping, accounting and financial record-keeping procedures; financial terminology and coding; statements and budget preparation.
  • Proficiency in computer and associated software is essential, including Excel.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, as well as good interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated experience in working with minimal supervision.
Substitutions Allowed:

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and by providing appropriate references. Exceptions to the degree requirements may be made for compelling reasons.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in higher education and/or government budgeting.
  • Experience with grants or federal grants and federal compliance requirements
  • Experience working independently.
Example of Job Duties:

Under the direction of the Grant Project Director or another administrator, the Grant Finance Assistant is accountable for the effective performance in these essential duties:
  • Assisting with the gathering of data, as required, for the filing of quarterly fiscal and programmatic reports with federal funding agencies (e.g., US Department of Labor, US Department of education).
  • Analyzing reports and back-up documentation from grant partners to ensure accuracy and completeness; works with grant partners, as needed, to supplement information collected or resolve any issues; compiles quarterly reports for Project Director.
  • Helping prepare internal monthly budget status reports from Banner in excel and pdf format to maintain up-to-date information regarding grant spending by budget line item and individual partner.
  • Serve as budget assistant contact for internal and external grant partners.
In addition to the accountabilities listed above, the incumbent is required to carry out the essential duties of: Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies; Service on assigned committees and task forces; Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings. These may involve attendance at evening or weekend events.

This posting includes qualifications, experience and skills but is not limited to the full specifications stated in the job description.

Starting Salary:

Anticipated Salary; $48,439 approximate annual plus excellent State of CT medical insurance, retirement, and related fringe benefits. This Grant Funded position has the potential of renewal through January 31, 2025.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include generous leave policies; several retirement plans ; and many choices for comprehensive health insurance . You also have access to many additional benefits to save for retirement, protect your family & more with supplemental benefits. Tuition reimbursement may apply if applicable.

Application Instructions:

To apply you must submit a cover letter and resume.

Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered and links to other sources to view resumes are not acceptable.

Selection Procedure:

Following the closing date, application materials will be evaluated by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be limited to those applicants who are best qualified based on the minimum and preferred qualifications and who have submitted all the required documents by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Candidates who have been selected and approved to Interview will be contacted, and finalists will be recommended for further consideration by the Hiring Manager for final selection and recommendation for employment. The selection process may also include practical exercises (i.e., teaching demonstration and/or other written, technical, manipulative, or simulation exercises) to evaluate candidates' qualifications.

Background Screening:

All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check. CSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination

CSCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Nicholas D'Agostino Director of Equal Employment Opportunity Ndagostino@commnet.edu

CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F

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