ADEM PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Date: Feb 11, 2025

Req ID: 43326

Location:

North Little Rock, AR, US, 72118

Category: DEPT OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Anticipated Starting Salary: 36155

Position Number: 22088825
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 02/10/2027
Anticipated Starting Salary: 36155

The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to enhance the safety and security of all Arkansans through ethical, character-driven behavior that promotes professionalism, clear communication, and accountability while serving as the state’s premier public safety agency.

This position is Safety Sensitive and is subject to pre-employment, random, and for-cause drug screenings.

If you are requesting veteran’s preference, please include your DD214.

ADEM is committed to responding quickly to the needs of the citizens of Arkansas during times of disaster, whether it be natural or man-made. All ADEM staff, regardless of position title, serve a role in the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) to aide in response efforts.

Roles and Responsibilities:

The working title for this position is Public Assistance Officer within the Disaster Recovery Branch and the position is responsible for administering state and federal Public Assistance grant programs. Administration of the grants includes, but is not limited to, reviewing and auditing disaster documentation and performing grant reconciliation and closeout. This position serves as a Public Assistance subject matter expert to local, state, federal, and private sector partners. In state and out of state travel for trainings, conferences, and disaster related duties is associated with this position. Activation as a member of the Arkansas State Emergency Operations Center may be necessary in the event of a major emergency and this may alter previously established duties and work schedules until the emergency is over.

Preferred Qualifications: Emergency Management experience, experience in program/grant management, basic accounting knowledge, proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, experience in conducting meetings and presentations. Candidates must exhibit a professional attitude, demonstrate exceptional customer service skills, and collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Position Information

Class Code: G175C

Grade: GS06

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $36,155.00 - $57,668.00

Summary

The Arkansas Department of Emergency Management (ADEM) Program Coordinator administers program specific state and federal grant assistance programs. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Reviews documentation, monitors eligible funds, and distributes funds on eligible projects. Works with disaster applicants and other state and federal agencies to obtain grants. Completes daily and weekly progress reports. Oversees the administration of program specific state and federal grant/assistance programs. Ensures that program specific state and federal grant/assistance programs are in compliance with all laws, regulations, policies, and program guidelines. Reviews all FEMA policies as related to grant/assistance programs. Monitors, closes, audits, and reconciles grant/assistance records. Updates grant administrative plans annually. Conducts training for local and county emergency management officials. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

This position is subject to 24-hour on-call duty in the event of an emergency or disaster.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the all phases/levels of emergency management. Knowledge of state emergency management procedures. Knowledge of basic accounting principles. Knowledge of grant management principles. Knowledge of personal computer and software applications. Ability to assemble, correlate, and analyze facts related to emergency management. Ability to communicate and present information to professionals, other interested groups, and/or individuals. Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and related emergency management information. Ability to consult and provide technical assistance. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, staff, public officials, civic and community groups, and the general public. Ability to prepare and interpret financial reports and statements. Ability to plan and prepare necessary quarterly progress reports.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field; plus four years of experience in program organization and administration. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.