Position Number: 22103086
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: August 13, 2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: $43,088
Arkansas Energy Office
The mission of the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment is to provide effective and efficient energy and environmental solutions informed by science. The Department promotes responsible management of resources and protects the environment for the benefit of all Arkansans.
Position Information
Job Series: Grant Management – Career-path
Classification: Grants Analyst
Class Code: FGM01P
Pay Grade: SGS04
Salary Range: $43,088 - $63,770
Job Summary
The Grants Analyst is an entry-level position responsible for providing research, analysis, and administrative support to the grants team. The Grants Analyst assists in the preparation of grant proposals, reviews financial data, and ensures compliance with grant guidelines. This role is critical to ensuring that grants are managed effectively from application to post-award compliance.
Primary Responsibilities
Assist in researching and identifying potential grant funding opportunities.
Support the preparation and submission of grant applications and proposals.
Assist in reviewing and processing financial data related to active grants, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Maintain records of grant applications, awards, and status reports in the grants management database.
Prepare routine reports on grant performance, budget compliance, and timelines.
Assist in the preparation of budget proposals and financial documentation for grant applications.
Perform other administrative duties as needed in support of the grants team.
Knowledge and Skills
Basic understanding of grant management processes and principles.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to research and interpret grant guidelines and funding opportunities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, accounting, or a related field preferred. One year of experience in grants management or related administrative support roles.
Licensure/Certifications
N/A
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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge about residential weatherization
- Experience interpreting, writing, and enforcing policies and procedures related to program management
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience using data management software
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.
