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AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of

TitleProject Assistant (Grant Writer) Ref# 8337

Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address Albany - Swan St. Building, Core 2, Floor 1

May be filled in NYC or other locations in New York.

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12210

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in any field or four years of specialized experience in a research, reporting, or analysis role.

The following degrees may substitute for the general experience as indicated:

An associate’s degree and two years of specialized experience.

Duties Description Under the direction of an Information Technology Specialist 4, SG-25, within Finance/Finance/Finance Administration, the Project Assistant, SG-NS, will locate, research, and apply for funding opportunities as well as track deadlines, spending and reporting requirements for all grants received.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
• Research grant opportunities from government and non-government sources.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to gather input for all proposals.
• Draft grant proposals and supporting documents and create polished proposals.
• Track deadlines and funding requirements.
• Develop and maintain a grant management system for funded grants that includes report due dates, budget adherence, and any other grant requirements.
• Draft and submit reports for grant compliance.
• Maintain records and submit reports related to grant opportunities.
• Maintain excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and ability to follow processes and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines.

Additional Comments Benefits of Working for NYS
Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF.
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development

Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

Additional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Evan Cregan

Telephone 518-474-7073

Fax 518-402-4924

Email Address PostingResponses@its.ny.gov

Address

Street Empire State Plaza, Swan Street Building, Core 4

PO Box 2062

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12220

Notes on ApplyingTo apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume indicating that you are applying for Project Assistant (Grant Writer) Ref# 8337 and include the Vacancy ID in the subject line. In your cover letter, please clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications as stated above and describe relevant experience for this position.