Grant/Loan Administrator

The Grant/Loan Administrator is a critical role in a fast-growing organization. Under the general supervision of the Chief Financial Officer, the Grant/Loan Administrator will provide financial management of all sizes of grant and loans from inception to completion. In addition, the position will research and develop funding proposals to support special projects and capital improvement projects for the Metropolitan Commission. We are seeking an individual with deep financial acumen and a strong track record of success. This individual will have a robust collaboration and problem-solving skills and will provide seasoned guidance on compliance issues as well as key financial and operational best practices.

Work with MetCom's Finance & Engineering staff to ensure an accurate, timely, efficient and transparent process for the entire grant/loan life cycle, from proposal to close. This entails preparation of documents supporting the grant/loan process, tracking payments, reviewing or producing relevant reports, monitoring and post-award management. Work with Engineering staff to develop and maintain all grant/loan conditions and agreements pertaining to grant/loan  awards.  Review grant/loan proposals for completeness and ensure compliance with organizational standards.  Develop, implement, administer and maintain the fiscal grant/loan portfolio on projects from program planning through final acceptance of construction and warranty. Prepare responses to inquiries on the grant/loan aspects of capital project proposals, and provide on-going reports on projects, attend meetings, and coordinate project work with other MetCom staff.  Monitor multi-project loans, ensure loan proceeds are utilized as expected and make recommendations for any needed changes to loan allocation.  Coordinate and lead the activities to search, apply and implement grants/loans that support programs and capital improvement projects. Writing, obtaining reviews, and submitting letters of intent for grant/loan funds.  Acquiring information from program staff, developing draft narratives and budgets for submission to private and public sources. Maintain schedule of grant/loan application deadlines and requirements.  Developing and maintaining relationships with funders and maintaining funding files. Prepare timely reports as required to the granting/lending agencies ? Ensuring full compliance of all proposals with grantor requirements as to content, format, and documentation. Collaborate in defining and implementing project funding strategies.  Participate in interdepartmental meetings to identify and prioritize project needs and coordinate and research grant/loan potential. Confers with personnel affected by proposed program to develop program goals and objectives, outline how funds are to be used, and explain procedures necessary to obtain funding.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration or a related field, Three years or more of progressively responsible related experience with a proven track record of successful research, analysis and project management as well as grant writing experience; or any combination of  education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the functions of the job. Additional coursework or training in project management and grant writing is desirable.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, or handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision color vision and ability to adjust focus.

As an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY employer, St. Mary's County Metropolitan Commission does not discriminate in it's employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, political affiliation or opinion, or any other basis that would be in violation of applicable federal, state, or local law.