Grant analyst position - Cook County

GRANT ANALYST – PREVENTION SERVICES UNIT – DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH – GRANT FUNDED POSITION Job Number: 00116977 PID: 1500019 Job Posting Jan 9, 2015, 2:34:42 PM Closing Date Jan 23, 2015, 11:59:00 PM Full-time Posting Salary: COMPETITIVE SALARY Organization: Health and Hospital Systems JOB SUMMARY In alignment with the vision and mission of the CCDPH Chronic Disease Prevention & Health Promotion Unit and under direct supervision of the Unit’s Project Director for the Partnerships to Improve Community Health (PICH) grant, this position will be responsible for administrative management of PICH, a three-year initiative supporting implementation of interventions leading to policy, systems and environmental changes addressing the leading risk factors associated with chronic disease. This position will specifically support a performance management system, execute and manage all subcontracts, work with partner agencies to ensure fiscal and programmatic compliance, review budgets and vouchers, and work collaboratively with CCDPH and the PICH Program Team to ensure overall programmatic success. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ·         Master’s Degree in Public Health, Public Administration or other related field is required. (Original transcripts must be presented at time of interview). ·         Minimum of three (3) years’ practical work experience with program management and, grants and contract management and performance management, and monitoring and reporting is required. ·         Ability to travel locally (light to moderate) with a reliable means of transportation is required. (Proof of valid driver’s license must be presented at time of interview). ·         Must obtain ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 certifications within six (6) months of employment is required. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS, AND ABILITIES ·         Knowledge and understanding of principles for public health practice, including, but not limited to, program and policy planning, implementation, and evaluation, and laws, principles, rules and policies relating to federally funded grants and contracts. ·         Ability to develop and implement systems to support performance management and administrative oversight (e.g., grant and contract management). ·         Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, exhibit sound decision-making skills, have strong verbal and written communication skills, and be able to operate both with minimal supervision, as well as within a team setting in a fast-paced, deadline drive environment. ·         Proficient in using Microsoft Office programs, particularly database and spreadsheet software. ·         Expertise in grants management with program development, implementation and evaluation experience. Benefits Package ·         Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage ·         Basic Term Life Insurance ·         Pension Plan ·         Deferred Compensation Program ·         Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time ·         You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/ MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. COOK COUNTY GOVERNMENT HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Degrees and transcripts from non-U.S. accredited institutions must be translated and certified to the US equivalent academic credentials by a recognized US education interpreter service. EMPLOYER