Federal Grant Administrator

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FEDERAL GRANT ADMINISTRATOR(S) – position# K0229961 & K0237332

This unclassified, full-time position is located in the Fiscal Section and will be housed in the Office of the Secretary in Topeka, KS.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinates the planning, preparation and submission of grant proposals and reports to federal granting agencies.
  • Receives project narratives from divisions and grant coordinators; coordinates with staff to compile and submit complete and accurate Application packages.
  • Provides technical assistance to staff in drafting and editing application narratives as needed.
  • Adapts to evolving federal grant programs, agency priorities, and staffing changes by managing assigned grants as programs develop or shift.
  • Ensures full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and KDWP regulations; identifies and recommends corrective actions as necessary.
  • Monitors and inspects grant compliance of real property, equipment and activities. This requires travel to KDWP offices and project sites.
  • Monitors and reconciles Federal expenditures to ensure costs are allowable and allocable.
  • Assists in the development of training materials for KDWP staff related to grant management and reporting compliance and conducts training sessions on processes, procedures, and reporting requirements.
  • Monitors and ensures grant sub-recipients (third party agreements) comply with federal requirements to receive and use grant funds awarded by or through KDWP.
  • Coordinates and monitors sub-award documents, contracts, MOUs, and any other grant documents which may include verification of any required audits, record keeping capability, past compliance review, etc. as required by state or federal regulations and Department standards.
  • Maintains current versions of standard operating procedures and templates, recommending updates as needed
  • and maintains knowledge of grant funding policies, regulations and procedures.
  • Assists as needed with reporting requirements required for Federal Grants by the Federal Government and State of Kansas Office of Accounts & Reports.
  • Assists with coordination activities related to the agency’s indirect cost rate proposal and annual license certifications.
  • Supports internal and external audits by compiling documentation and coordinating with internal staff.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

  • Salary: Beginning hourly wage, $30.00/hour – $33.60/hour
  • Health and Insurance: Immediate group health, dental and vision coverage and life insurance coverage.
  • Retirement and Options: Retirement plan and optional deferred compensation.
  • Paid Leave: Holidays, sick leave, vacation leave, and parental leave.

Minimum Requirements:

  • High School diploma or GED equivalent
  • Three years of experience in examining financial records and controls to assess accuracy of records and compliance with statutes, regulations, and professional/legal standards.
  • A valid driver’s license and the ability to pass a background check are required.

Additional Qualifications/Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and complete assignments independently with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Personal mobile device capable of supporting multi-factor authentication applications, as required.
  • Strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.


How to Apply: Go to the State Employment Center at https://admin.ks.gov/services/state-employment-center and follow the directions below:

  • Click in the middle under the Sunflower. From there either Sign into your existing account or Register for a new account.
  • Review and complete your contact information on the My Contact Information page. Please make sure to include your email address.
  • Upload documents listed in the Required Documents section of this job posting to the appropriate location.
  • Complete and Submit your application.
  • Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
    • Email – the email listed on the Careers>My Contact Information page.
    • Notifications – view the Careers>My Job Notifications page

The following are the required items to apply:

1) a letter of interest

2) a detailed resume; including a valid e-mail address

3) transcript material, if you wish to include them

4) employment application – this is generated from the information which is input into the system

5) an Authorization to Release Information form** (this can be found at the following website):

https://www.ksoutdoors.com/news/KDWP-Info/Jobs/Employment-Application-Additional-Info

**Please note, this form must either be witnessed and signed by a Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks employee or signed in front of and notarized by a notary public.  We reserve the right to conduct a background check on all qualified applicants.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. A complete application packet must be submitted for each position. We no longer make copies of previous applications. Submitted application materials will be reviewed in Pratt to assure that the position minimum requirements are met, and those meeting the minimum requirements will be forwarded to the respective division for interview selection.

Applicants are notified whether or not they are selected to interview.   The interview is generally a one-time, panel interview consisting of position-specific questions for all applicants (same questions for each applicant), with the selection being made after all candidate interviews are completed.

Veterans’ Preference Eligible (VPE):  Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a “veteran” under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum requirements of the position. The veterans’ preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job.  Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the appointing authority.  Additional VPE information can be found at https://admin.ks.gov/services/state-employment-center/veterans.   Applicants claiming veterans’ preference for the first time must mail a copy of your DD-214 to the Office of Personnel Services, 900 SW Jackson, Room 401-N, Topeka KS 66612, or FAX to 785/291-3715.

Disability Hiring Preference: If you are claiming Disability Hiring Preference for the first time, please mail a copy of your supplemental security income or social security disability insurance determination letter, letter from a managed care organization or qualified medical professional attesting to the disability, home and community-based services waiver approval letter, or vocational rehabilitation letter from a vocational rehabilitation counselor. These documents can be sent by fax to (785) 296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed or delivered in-person to ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator, Office of Personnel Services, 900 SW Jackson Rm 401-N, Topeka, KS 66612. Visit https://admin.ks.gov/offices/personnel-services/jobs/disabilityhiring-preference for more information.

DEADLINE TO APPLY – March 13, 2026

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. 

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the recruiter.    

When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on jobshiringnearme.org Job Board.


How to Apply: Go to the State Employment Center at https://admin.ks.gov/services/state-employment-center and follow the directions below:

  • Click in the middle under the Sunflower. From there either Sign into your existing account or Register for a new account.
  • Review and complete your contact information on the My Contact Information page. Please make sure to include your email address.
  • Upload documents listed in the Required Documents section of this job posting to the appropriate location.
  • Complete and Submit your application.
  • Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
    • Email – the email listed on the Careers>My Contact Information page.
    • Notifications – view the Careers>My Job Notifications page

The following are the required items to apply:

1) a letter of interest

2) a detailed resume; including a valid e-mail address

3) transcript material, if you wish to include them

4) employment application – this is generated from the information which is input into the system

5) an Authorization to Release Information form** (this can be found at the following website):

https://www.ksoutdoors.com/news/KDWP-Info/Jobs/Employment-Application-Additional-Info

**Please note, this form must either be witnessed and signed by a Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks employee or signed in front of and notarized by a notary public.  We reserve the right to conduct a background check on all qualified applicants.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. A complete application packet must be submitted for each position. We no longer make copies of previous applications. Submitted application materials will be reviewed in Pratt to assure that the position minimum requirements are met, and those meeting the minimum requirements will be forwarded to the respective division for interview selection.

Applicants are notified whether or not they are selected to interview.   The interview is generally a one-time, panel interview consisting of position-specific questions for all applicants (same questions for each applicant), with the selection being made after all candidate interviews are completed.

Veterans’ Preference Eligible (VPE):  Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a “veteran” under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum requirements of the position. The veterans’ preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job.  Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the appointing authority.  Additional VPE information can be found at https://admin.ks.gov/services/state-employment-center/veterans.   Applicants claiming veterans’ preference for the first time must mail a copy of your DD-214 to the Office of Personnel Services, 900 SW Jackson, Room 401-N, Topeka KS 66612, or FAX to 785/291-3715.

Disability Hiring Preference: If you are claiming Disability Hiring Preference for the first time, please mail a copy of your supplemental security income or social security disability insurance determination letter, letter from a managed care organization or qualified medical professional attesting to the disability, home and community-based services waiver approval letter, or vocational rehabilitation letter from a vocational rehabilitation counselor. These documents can be sent by fax to (785) 296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed or delivered in-person to ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator, Office of Personnel Services, 900 SW Jackson Rm 401-N, Topeka, KS 66612. Visit https://admin.ks.gov/offices/personnel-services/jobs/disabilityhiring-preference for more information.

DEADLINE TO APPLY – March 13, 2026

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. 

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the recruiter.    

When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on jobshiringnearme.org Job Board.

To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your cover/motivation letter where (environmentaljob.net) you saw this job posting.

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