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Salary: $2,458.50 BiweeklyLocation : Anchorage, AKJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 50946Department: Military & Veterans AffairsDivision: Homeland Security & Emergency MgmtOpening Date: 07/17/2025Closing Date: 7/31/2025 5:00 PM AlaskaDivision: Homeland Security and Emergency ManagementPosition Open To: Alaska Residents OnlyBargaining Unit: General GovernmentRange: 17 Job DescriptionThe Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), Division of Home Land Security and Emergency Management (DHS&EM) is recruiting for a Grants Administrator 2. This position is in the General Government (GGU) bargaining unit at a range 17.This position is open to Alaska Residents only.Please check our Definition FAQto determine if you qualify.What you will be doing:As a key team member, you'll work closely with the Program Support Manager and Grant Program Manager to manage federal and state grants, including the Homeland Security Grant Program, Emergency Management Performance Grant, and Mitigation Grants. This role offers a chance to be the main point of contact for developing and administering grants, helping state agencies and local governments access crucial funding, and ensuring smooth application, award, and reimbursement processes. We welcome applicants who are organized, detail-oriented, and eager to make a positive impact in emergency preparedness and response!Our Mission, Values, and Culture:The mission of the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHS&EM) is to lead the way in homeland security and emergency management to foster a prepared, resilient Alaska capable of meeting the needs of its communities and citizens in response to all-hazards events.Benefits of joining our team: When you join the DHS&EM group, you become part of a dedicated, collaborative team working to strengthen Alaska's emergency preparedness. You'll utilize your skills to partner with local communities, agencies, and FEMA, supporting a resilient Alaska while gaining valuable growth opportunities in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. You will also benefit from paid leave accrual, a variety of retirement options, and comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans, ensuring you are well-supported both professionally and personally as you serve your community.The working environment you can expect:DHS&EM is proudly located on Joint Base Elmendorf/Fort Richardson (JBER) surrounded by the natural beauty of the Arctic Valley where you can enjoy a three-mile paved walking / jogging trail and have access to both an on-site café and no-cost fitness center at the Army National Guard Armory. You will have the opportunity to collaborate and engage with uniformed military members and fellow state employees, to accomplish our mission while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.Who we are looking for:We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:Writing: Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with ambiguity.Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.To learn more about the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management and the Disaster Assistance Section, visit: www.ready.alaska.gov.To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to the following link: you can see yourself in this role, we encourage you to apply!*NOTE * SPECIAL NOTICE - JBER (BASE) ACCESS * NOTE*The successful applicants must pass a federal background check in order to qualify for military base access, which is required with this position's work location on base. The background check may include fingerprinting. All job offers are conditional pending successful completion of the federal background check and issuance of a Defense Biometrics Identification System (DBIDS) card allowing base access. Also, you must be able to maintain the clearance throughout your employment. If using a private vehicle this will require a valid Alaska Driver License, proof of vehicle insurance, and a valid State of Alaska vehicle registration.State employees are guests on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson; clearance and access are not within the State's control.Special Note: In addition, in some cases employees must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC). As part of the examination process, a background check investigation, including a criminal records check, will be conducted. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude appointment. The circumstances involved in the conviction will be considered.Minimum QualificationsSuccessful completion of a formal training plan as a Grants Administrator 1 with the State of Alaska.ORAny combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in Accounting: Knowledge of traditional accounting practices including accrual, obligations, and costs methods.Compliance: Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.Grants Management: Knowledge of requirements, practices, and procedures for soliciting, receiving, reviewing, and processing proposals, and awarding and administering grants and agreements.Reasoning: Identifies rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or other information; analyzes information and makes correct inferences or draws accurate conclusions.Technical Competence: Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues. Equivalent to those typically gained by:Any combination of preparatory post-secondary education and/or experience in accounting, grants administration, budget administration, procurement, professional services contracts and/or providing administrative support to a business or organization. Special Note:"Competencies" means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation. "Typically gained by" means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job. "Training" and "education" in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs. Additional Required InformationPlease read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission. Please ensure your application (through work history, training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports/demonstrates you possess the minimum required qualifications for the job class.Required documents due at the time of interview:Last two (2) performance evaluations or two (2) professional letters of recommendation, if evaluations are not available. Three (3) professional references we may contact by phone (must include position titles, and your current supervisor and one former supervisor). Only include transcripts if using education to meet minimum requirements.Valid Driver's License.Note: You will not need to bring if not already attached/submitted with your application package.Bargaining Unit: If you are a current state employee, please mark the union you are a member of at the time of application. If you are not a current state employee, do not complete this question.Education: If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts must be attached at the time of application, submitted to the contact information below, or provided at the time of interview if you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications. If you cannot attach it to your application, email or fax it to the contact provided in the job posting.Work Experience: If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. Note: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.Multiple Vacancies: This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.Application Notice: You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or via hardcopy application. If you accessed this recruitment bulletin through a job search portal such as AlaskaJobs or any other database, you MUST use a Workplace Alaska online or hardcopy application to successfully apply. Instructions on how to apply with Workplace Alaska may be found on the Workplace Alaska "How to Apply" webpage, found here: EEO Statement:The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-###-#### or (907) ###-#### in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-###-#### or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer. Notice: If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at: Contact InformationWorkplace Alaska Application Questions & Assistance: Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-###-#### (toll free) or (907) ###-#### if you are in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to: For applicant password assistance please visit: Contact Information: For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:Joshua SasséAdministrative Officer 2(907) ###-####Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefitsThe following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)Insurance Benefits Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information. AVTEC Confidential Correctional Officers Marine Engineers Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers Supervisory Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining) The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information. General Government Labor, Trades and Crafts Public Safety Employees Association Masters, Mates & Pilots Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)Optional Insurance Benefits Group-based insurance premiums for Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents) Long-term and short-term disability Accidental Death and Dismemberment Long-term care (self and eligible family members) Supplemental Survivor Benefits Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expensesRetirement Benefits Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees) Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees) Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment optionsSee for additional information Paid Leave & Other Benefits Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served Twelve (12) paid holidays a year