GRANT SPECIALIST

Lower Shore Workforce Alliance (LSWA), a division of the Tri-County Council for the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland, Salisbury, MD The Lower Shore Workforce Alliance (LSWA) envisions a community where job seekers, educational and training institutions, businesses, and non-profit institutions come together to strengthen workforce readiness programs and employ residents at livable wages in Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester (which includes Ocean City, MD) Counties.  LSWA-funded programs support workforce development initiatives including Workforce Innovative Opportunity Act (WIOA) programmatic funding.  Residents of the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland benefit from the state and federal grant-funded investment in training and jobs for the short and long term. LSWA targets historically underserved populations and areas, communities of color, women, and other groups facing labor market barriers.    As we enter the post-pandemic era, funds for training initiatives, on-the-job training, and supportive services are being made available to meet the multi-industry demand for workers in this region.   Summary of Work : The Lower Shore Workforce Alliance (LSWA) Grant Specialist will have expertise to oversee programmatic activities, budgets, and report for multiple federal, state, and private grants. The grant specialist will work directly with the LSWA Director and coordinate with the Department of Finance to ensure all project tasks are on schedule, balance and allocate grant budgets, and prepare quarterly, annual and final reports to be submitted to funding agencies. The Grant Specialist will also pursue new funding sources, and craft new funding proposals to grant agencies .   The Grant Specialist will coordinate and manage multiple grant projects including balancing year-to-year project budgets, gathering data on outcomes from multiple sources, writing reports, and drafting contracts.   S p e c if i c ta s ks include : Collaborate with LSWA Director to identify metrics and collect data for reporting and assessment. Lead the writing and submission of monthly, quarterly and annual performance reports as required by funding agencies. Maintain project budgets Support and collaborate with LSWA Director in identifying, writing, and submitting new grant proposals.   Supervisory Responsibilities This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.  This position reports to the LSWA Director.   Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Intellectual Analytical Synthesizes complex or diverse information Collects and researches data Uses intuition and experience to complement data Designs work flows and procedures. Documents all steps in procedures. Design Generates creative solutions Translates concepts & information into images Uses feedback to modify designs Applies design principals Demonstrates attention to detail Problem Solving Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner Gathers and analyzes information skillfully Develops alternative solutions Works well in group problem solving situations Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics Project Management Develops project plans Coordinates projects Communicates changes and progress Complete projects on time and budget Manages project team activities Technical Skills Assesses own strengths and weaknesses Pursues training and development opportunities Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills Shares expertise with others Interpersonal Customer Service Manages difficult or emotional customer situations Responds promptly to customer needs Solicits customer feedback for service and assistance Meets commitments Interpersonal Skills Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming Maintains confidentiality Listens to others without interrupting Keeps emotions under control Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things Oral Communication Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations Listens and gets clarification Responds well to questions Demonstrates group presentation skills Participates in meetings Written Communication Writes clearly and informatively Edits work for spelling and grammar Varies writing style to meet needs Presents numerical data effectively Able to read and interpret written information Teamwork Balances team and individual responsibilities Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views Gives and welcomes feedback Contributes to building a positive team spirit Puts success of team above own interest Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed Leadership Visionary Leadership Displays passion and optimism Inspires respect and trust Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates   Change Management Develops workable implementation plans Communicates changes effectively Builds commitment and overcomes resistance Prepares and supports those affected by change Monitors transition and evaluates results Leadership Exhibits confidence in self and others Inspires and motivates others to perform well Effectively influences actions and opinions of others Accepts feedback from others Gives appropriate recognition to others Quality Management Looks for ways to improve and promote quality Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness Organization Business Acumen Understands business implications of decisions Displays orientation to profitability Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition Aligns work with strategic goals Cost Consciousness Works within approved budget Develops and implements cost saving measures Contributes to profits and revenue Conserves organization resources EEO Demonstrates knowledge of EEO Policy Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences Promotes a harassment-free environment Ethics Treats people with respect Keeps commitments Inspires the trust of others Works with integrity and ethically Upholds organizational values Organizational Support Follows policies and procedures Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time. Supports organization’s goals and values Benefits organization through outside activities Supports affirmative action and respects diversity Strategic Thinking Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals Understands organization’s strengths & weaknesses Analyzes market and competition Identifies external threats and opportunities Adapts strategy to changing conditions Self-Management Judgement Displays willingness to make decisions Exhibits sound and accurate judgement Supports and explains reasoning for decisions Includes appropriate people in decision-making process Makes timely decisions Motivation Sets and achieves challenging goals Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles Measures self against standard of excellence Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals Planning/Organizing Prioritizes and plans work activities Uses time efficiently Plans for additional resources Sets goals and objectives Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks Develops realistic action plans Professionalism Approaches others in a tactful manner Reacts well under pressure Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position Accepts responsibility for own actions Follows through on commitments Quality Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness Looks for ways to improve and promote quality Applies feedback to improve performance Monitors own work to ensure quality Quantity Meets productivity standards Completes work in timely manner Strives to increase productivity Works quickly Safety and Security Observes safety and security procedures Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines Reports potentially unsafe conditions Uses equipment and materials properly Adaptability Adapts to changes in the work environ