Grants Analyst

Position Number: 22102708 
County: Pulaski 
Posting End Date:  November 23, 2026

The Racial Ethnic Disparities (RED) Coordinator works under the supervision of the Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Manager and is responsible for developing and coordinating statewide minority prevention intervention programs. This position serves as the point of contact between the Division of Youth Services, Disproportionate Minority Contact subcommittee and the general public, providing information and technical assistance. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

1. Establishes short- and long team goals, plans, and activities. Develops or participates in the development of operating policies and procedures. Defines monitoring methods, monitors program or service delivery effectiveness and compliance, identifies problem areas, and initiates corrective actions.

2. Staff support with the DMC/RED Subcommittee of the Arkansas Coalition Juvenile Justice Advisory Board. Works with the DMC Subcommittee in the development of the State's DMC plan. Keeps abreast of the latest juvenile justice data to guide the State's efforts toward addressing the most disproportionate segments of the juvenile justice system and geographical areas of the State.

3. Develops forms. checklists, standards, and other tools to ensure consistent. efficient, and accurate monitoring of sites.

4. Develop Arkansas DMC/RED three-year plan and annual updates with the latest juvenile justice data to guide the State's efforts toward addressing disproportionate minority contact within the juvenile justice system and geographical areas of the State along

5. Coordinates the development and implementation of a monitoring and evaluation strategy that measures the performance outcomes of programs aimed at reducing disproportionate trends to ensure the effective and efficient management of the subgrants related to DMC.

6. Coordinates personnel and activities to identify program needs, problems, progress, and implement revisions or corrections. Develops and presents workshops and trainings and serves as a liaison between field, central office and/or the contract provider staff.

7. Pursues the incorporation of DMC activities and goals as integral to all juvenile justice planning and funding to ensure that DMC is addressed by all juvenile justice initiatives. Advises on improving access to prevention, intervention, treatment, and aftercare services for minority youth.

8. Prepares annual and/or periodic reports and articles on the implementation of the DMC initiative, drafts memos, correspondence, and reports for reviews, approved by JJDP/JDAI Manager.

9. Assist the JJDP Manager in the control, security, and maintenance of the unit’s equipment and supplies.

10. Serves as the State Agency's representative on committees or projects related to DMC by acting as a liaison; offering information, education, technical assistance, and support; identifying problems and offering direction.

11. Performs other job duties as needed as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

At least one year of work experience or knowledge of the juvenile justice system and programs for At-Risk youth.

Proficiency in basic personal computer skills and the use of Microsoft Office 2016 software is very helpful.

Frequent in-state overnight travel, and occasional out-of-state travel as well as assignments after normal working hours are required.

Ability to perform in a stressful environment under a deadline is essential.

Occasionally this position is required to enter secure and non-secure juvenile and adult facilities and engage directly with youth. including some who have been adjudicated for very serious or violent offenses.

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

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.