<div><h2>GEAR Grants Administrator / Grants Specialist Sr</h2><p>Join to apply for the GEAR Grants Administrator / Grants Specialist Sr role at Minnesota Department of Human Services.</p><h2>Overview / Job Details</h2><ul><li>Job ID: 88732</li><li>Location: St. Paul</li><li>Telework Eligible: Yes</li><li>Full/Part Time: Full-Time</li><li>Regular/Temporary: Unlimited</li><li>Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers</li><li>Date Posted: 09/08/2025</li><li>Closing Date: 09/22/2025</li><li>Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office</li><li>Division/Unit: DHS-Central Office / ADSA GEAR Team</li><li>Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift</li><li>Days of Work: Monday - Friday</li><li>Travel Required: Yes, up to 20%</li><li>Salary Range: $29.78 - $43.82 / hourly; $62,180 - $91,496 / annually</li><li>Classified Status: Classified</li><li>Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE</li><li>FLSA Status: Nonexempt</li><li>Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes</li></ul><p><em>The position is eligible for telework for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework.</em></p><p>The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.</p><p><strong>The work you’ll do is more than just a job.</strong> 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.</p><p>This posting is being used to fill multiple vacancies.</p><p><strong>Role and responsibilities</strong> The GEAR Grants Administrator will provide technical assistance, develop proposals, and manage grants associated with the Grants, Equity, Access and Research Division (GEAR) within the Aging and Disability Services Administration. The GEAR Division supports multiple grant and contracted services for Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) funded by the 2023 Minnesota Legislature. These include grants for HCBS provider capacity expansion in rural and underserved areas, workforce capacity grants for new Americans, respite care grants, workforce development grants, research contracts for financing of long-term services and supports, and additional projects as determined by needs.</p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Develop and manage vendor grants and contracts</li><li>Manage contractor performance to assure compliance and performance outcomes</li><li>Provide support and technical assistance so that contractors and grantees may conduct their work and meet their goals</li><li>Provide ongoing technical assistance to new, potential and existing partners and vendors, including education and engagement on funding opportunities, proposal development, program expectations and DHS contracting guidelines</li><li>Support the development and implementation of skills training to grant recipients and ensure vendor compliance</li></ul><h2>Minimum Qualifications</h2><ul><li>3 years professional experience with DHS policies, procedures, processes, rules and laws pertaining to services for older adults. Experience must include:</li><li>Program development and planning</li><li>Grants and/or contract management</li><li>Needs assessment and evaluation methodologies</li></ul><h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2><ul><li>Understanding of barriers and opportunities to information and access among diverse ethnic and cultural groups (e.g., African American, American Indian, Hispanic, Somali, Hmong)</li><li>Understanding of barriers and opportunities to information and access among new Americans and immigrants regardless of immigration status</li><li>Methods and processes for developing RFPs and contracts and for contract management; unit, agency, state and federal contracting requirements</li><li>Experience working effectively with people from different backgrounds and cultures</li></ul><h2>Additional Requirements</h2><p>To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.</p><p>REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.</p><h2>How To Apply</h2><p>Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. For questions, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or careers@state.mn.us. For more information, visit http://www.mn.gov/careers.</p><p>Contact: Redwan Hamza at redwan.hamza@state.mn.us with questions about the position. Connect 700 Program applicants may email the Job ID, Working Title, and proof of eligibility to JaKeya Spencer at JaKeya.Spencer@state.mn.us by the closing date.</p><p>ADA accommodations: DHS can provide accommodations for applicants; contact DHS_ADA@state.mn.us or 651-431-4945.</p><h2>Equal Opportunity / Disability</h2><p>Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity employers committed to equity, inclusion, and veteran-friendly policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Applicants with disabilities may request accommodations.</p><p>About Human Services Dept</p><p>WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE! The Minnesota Department of Human Services impacts the lives of 1.7 million people each year.</p><p>Benefits</p><p>As an employee, you’ll have access to health insurance and other benefits. Your benefits may include paid vacation and sick leave, holidays, medical/dental/vision plans, retirement, life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and professional development opportunities.</p><p>Seniority level: Mid-Senior level</p><p>Employment type: Full-time</p></div> #J-18808-Ljbffr Salary: USD 62180 - 91496 per year Experience: 5 years required