Grant Contract Specialist

Who We Are

For more than 140 years, The Family Partnership has built strong families, vital communities, and better futures for children. We fulfill our mission through counseling, education, and advocacy, primarily in the greater Minneapolis and St. Paul area. The Family Partnership was founded in 1878 as the Minneapolis Humane Society to protect and serve children that were being abused or exploited. Along with a few name changes, our work has continually transformed to anticipate and address the evolving needs of families and individuals, many of whom are the most vulnerable in our community.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At The Family Partnership, we partner with you and in turn, we partner with those we serve. Our programs holistically address the needs of people in our community. Through our two-generation (2Gen) or whole family approach, we work with people so they can heal from trauma and adversity and move towards greater health and well-being. Our shared values establish a common purpose across our array of programs and services. You can bring your authentic self to the workplace, while practicing both cultural competence and inclusivity. We're known for developing future leaders in the non-profit space and we expect employees to share their views. Our culture is one of open communication and transparency regardless of job level.

Wages and Benefits

$33.65 - $36.06 per hour; $1,000 hiring bonus after 3 months of employment; Generous paid time off, plus 10 paid holidays; competitive health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account (HSA), and options for flexible spending accounts (FSA). There is employer paid basic life insurance with the option for additional coverage paid by the employee. The employer pays for Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) and short and long-term disability insurance. TFP sponsors a retirement plan with a tiered vesting schedule based on years of service, plus a 2% employer contribution after one year of service.

A Typical Day in the Life...

A typical day as The Family Partnership's Grant Contract Specialist provides an opportunity to prepare new grant files, conduct award onboarding, maintain records as per federal and grantor requirements, assist in identifying reporting requirements, and working with Program Managers to assure compliance requirements are met timely. Other responsibilities will include the following:

• Providing clear communication on a monthly basis to assist Program Managers in understanding and performing grant program management, compliance, oversight, and reporting.
• Ensuring appropriate communication and analysis are being submitted to grantors and Program Managers regarding spending patterns, variances, and/or needed award extensions.
• Assisting in identifying grant issues, including policies, record management, and reviews.
• Assisting with tracking grant activity in systems such as EGMS and Grants.gov.
• Managing external audits and desk reviews performed by funders as required.
• Following policies and confidentiality requirements to safeguard data and information.
• Ensuring proper allocation and accounting of all revenue and expenses in partnership with the third-party financial partner (MACC).
• Working closely with Development staff to assist them with grant budgets, budget modifications, and contract amendments.
• Consulting with the VP of Finance on any grant-related issues.

Who You Are

• You have a bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, preferably in accounting or finance, or you demonstrate equivalent knowledge gained through alternative courses of study and life experience.
• You have at least two years of experience with accounting and budgeting.
• You show interest in the human services nonprofit sector; experience working in a nonprofit setting is preferred.
• You demonstrate excellent quantitative and analytical skills.
• You are proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• You possess knowledge of fund accounting principles and GAAP (preferred).
• You have knowledge of government contracts (helpful but not required).
• You have the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, including interruptions, simultaneously and accurately.
• You have the ability to maintain client confidentiality and work well in a team environment.
• You are a strong communicator both verbally and in writing.
• You have the ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and motivate and lead others effectively.
• You communicate and work effectively with people of different cultures, groups, and languages.
• You have a valid driver's license, have access to reliable transportation, and meet TFP's driving record requirements. If your license is not issued in Minnesota, you apply for a Minnesota driver's license or permit within 60 days of becoming a resident (not applicable for new hires living out of state).

The Family Partnership has a mandated vaccination policy implemented for all employees, subject to reasonable accommodation required by law.

Diversity and open expression are fundamental to the work of The Family Partnership. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment where everyone can belong. Every member of our team enriches our work by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our sector: individuals who identify as BIPOC, Indigenous or people of culture, LGBTQI+ and gender fluid or gender nonconforming, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), veterans, people of any age or family status. We value the contributions of a diverse workforce, and we welcome and encourage applications from all underrepresented groups. We encourage you to apply even if you feel like you don't fit 100% of the technical requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, disability, marital status, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, genetic information or a protected veteran's status.

Our organization has a partnership with Metropolitan Alliance of Connected Communities (MACC) to provide administrative services including management of the hiring process. If you apply for this position, you may see references to MACC in some online materials.

The Family Partnership participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. See E-Verify's official poster at https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf. See E-Verify's Right to Work poster at https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf.