City of Colorado Springs
Grants Administrator - Police
City of Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
About the Job
In this position, you will establish, implement and manage Colorado Springs Police Department grant processes and monitor compliance. Perform a variety of administrative, analytical, strategic operational duties in support of the Finance Section at CSPD.
Job Posting Statement This position is subject to budget required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year, and any furloughs subsequently approved.
Come explore the possibilities a career with the City of Colorado Springs can offer!
As a Grants Administrator, you will:
Engage with CSPD staff to identify funding needs; consult with department to identify program needs. Act as a resource about program development and initiatives.
Implement process to establish grant priorities, organize teams, and lead the planning and development of grant proposals and submissions. Review and edit grant proposal documents prior to submission.
Supervise Grant Analyst II position responsible for researching funding opportunities and writing grant applications.
Develop annual grant strategy submittal for City budget process.
Evaluate, write, and maintain current procedures and policies to ensure compliance with program objectives and governing guidance.
Stay current with grant rule changes; communicate the potential impact to appropriate staff.
Develop in‑depth knowledge of individual grant purposes, budgets, restrictive covenants and rules.
Coordinate the formal review, approval, and acceptance process with the Public Safety Attorney, Chief of Police, Chief of Staff, and Mayor when grant awards are received.
Monitor financial and programmatic progress of all grants.
In conjunction with CSPD internal project directors, prepare and submit periodic grant progress reports as required by the various funding agencies.
Serve as liaison to funding agencies and organizations.
Maintain compliance with accepted professional standards and funding agency requirements.
Perform financial, compliance, and procedural audit activity of sub‑recipients of grant funding awarded to the CSPD; report audit findings; and make recommendations for correction of unsatisfactory conditions.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Able to write reports, prepare letters, expositions and summaries
Able to read financial and legal documents
Able to make decisions regarding interpretation of policies
Maintain strong customer service skills
Knowledge of proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Knowledge of research tools
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
Ability to distinguish and identify funding opportunities
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
Understanding of financial compliance requirements and auditing practices.
Supervisory skills including training, evaluation, and corrective action
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related field (preferably public administration, business administration, community development, social sciences).
Three years of full‑time, professional experience in a related field, including two years of administrator and/or supervisory experience.
One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education, OR one year of relevant academic coursework beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for one year of required professional experience.
Six years of increasingly responsible professional public administration experience, including two years of administrative and/or lead supervisory experience.
Experience in a law enforcement field.
Experience dealing with the processes involved in acquiring grant funding.
Ability to conceptualize beyond existing frameworks, analyze alternative operational systems, and anticipate results in detail.
Contact Please contact CSPD Human Resources at cspdhiring@coloradosprings.gov or 719-444-7447 for any questions about this position.
Pre‑employment Requirements The job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a polygraph examination, fingerprinting, extensive background check, and other pre‑employment assessments.
Applicants that have used marijuana or CBD products within 3 months from the date of their application submission will not be eligible for hire. More information about the Colorado Springs Police Department’s Marijuana Use Policy can be found here.
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Job Posting Statement This position is subject to budget required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year, and any furloughs subsequently approved.
Come explore the possibilities a career with the City of Colorado Springs can offer!
As a Grants Administrator, you will:
Engage with CSPD staff to identify funding needs; consult with department to identify program needs. Act as a resource about program development and initiatives.
Implement process to establish grant priorities, organize teams, and lead the planning and development of grant proposals and submissions. Review and edit grant proposal documents prior to submission.
Supervise Grant Analyst II position responsible for researching funding opportunities and writing grant applications.
Develop annual grant strategy submittal for City budget process.
Evaluate, write, and maintain current procedures and policies to ensure compliance with program objectives and governing guidance.
Stay current with grant rule changes; communicate the potential impact to appropriate staff.
Develop in‑depth knowledge of individual grant purposes, budgets, restrictive covenants and rules.
Coordinate the formal review, approval, and acceptance process with the Public Safety Attorney, Chief of Police, Chief of Staff, and Mayor when grant awards are received.
Monitor financial and programmatic progress of all grants.
In conjunction with CSPD internal project directors, prepare and submit periodic grant progress reports as required by the various funding agencies.
Serve as liaison to funding agencies and organizations.
Maintain compliance with accepted professional standards and funding agency requirements.
Perform financial, compliance, and procedural audit activity of sub‑recipients of grant funding awarded to the CSPD; report audit findings; and make recommendations for correction of unsatisfactory conditions.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Able to write reports, prepare letters, expositions and summaries
Able to read financial and legal documents
Able to make decisions regarding interpretation of policies
Maintain strong customer service skills
Knowledge of proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation
Knowledge of research tools
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
Ability to distinguish and identify funding opportunities
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
Understanding of financial compliance requirements and auditing practices.
Supervisory skills including training, evaluation, and corrective action
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related field (preferably public administration, business administration, community development, social sciences).
Three years of full‑time, professional experience in a related field, including two years of administrator and/or supervisory experience.
One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education, OR one year of relevant academic coursework beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for one year of required professional experience.
Six years of increasingly responsible professional public administration experience, including two years of administrative and/or lead supervisory experience.
Experience in a law enforcement field.
Experience dealing with the processes involved in acquiring grant funding.
Ability to conceptualize beyond existing frameworks, analyze alternative operational systems, and anticipate results in detail.
Contact Please contact CSPD Human Resources at cspdhiring@coloradosprings.gov or 719-444-7447 for any questions about this position.
Pre‑employment Requirements The job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a polygraph examination, fingerprinting, extensive background check, and other pre‑employment assessments.
Applicants that have used marijuana or CBD products within 3 months from the date of their application submission will not be eligible for hire. More information about the Colorado Springs Police Department’s Marijuana Use Policy can be found here.
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