**Working Title: Grants Specialist Intermediate** **Job Class: Grants Specialist Intermediate** **Agency: Commerce Department** + **Job ID** : 87672 + **Location** : St. Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 07/23/2025 + **Closing Date** : 08/05/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Commerce Dept / Commerce-MAPE + **Division/Unit** : Energy Resources / Resource Acquisition & Distrib + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $26.95 - $39.34 / hourly; $56,271 - $82,141 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes **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. Hybrid work schedule available, up to 50% telework depending on business needs. Telework can be outside of the State of Minnesota if the candidate lives in a State bordering Minnesota and lives 50 miles or less from the primary work location. Primary work location will be the Golden Rule Building in St. Paul. Internal candidates should contact the Human Resources Representative listed on the job posting with questions. This position will represent the Minnesota Department of Commerce Division of Energy Resources and help carry out its responsibilities in the successful procurement and distribution of State and Federal funds. This position is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Division's Federal and State Grants including, but not limited to, contracting, invoicing and the development of Request for Proposals and solicitations. The position monitors contracts with vendors, including conducting market research, defining work needed, soliciting and evaluating proposals, making recommendations for vendor selection, finalizing the terms of the contract, and initiating contract revisions to meet changing program requirements. This position oversees monitoring and compliance of contractor and grantee activities, manages related budgets and financial requirements, and ensures that contract requirements are met and all activities through closeout are performed in compliance with contract terms. **Minimum Qualifications** Two (2) years of experience performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in grant, contract, or finance administration. A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Nonprofit Management, or related field is equivalent to one (1) year of experience. An Advanced degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Nonprofit Management, or related field is equivalent to eighteen (18) months of experience. Applicants who meet the above education/experience requirements will be further evaluated based on the following: + Experience working with State or Federal grant programs. + Strong demonstratable written and verbal communication skills. + Strong interpersonal skills. + Familiarity with MN State Procurement Statutory guidance and policy and Federal OMB Uniform Guidance. **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience with MS Dynamics CRM environment. + Experience working in the non-profit or government sectors. + Experience in monitoring compliance to State and Federal grant and contracting regulations. **Physical Requirements** Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer. **Additional Requirements** Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.