Recovery Grants Supervisor

Agency

Dept of Environmental Quality

Division

Job Classification Title

Program Analyst II (NS)

Position Number

65040429

Grade

NC19

About Us

The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina's environmental resources. The organization, which has offices from the mountains to the coast, administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality, and the public's health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina's needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments, and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the state's school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life.

Description of Work

This position is Exempt from the Human Resources Act (EHRA) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with applicable State Benefits.*

The position leads and manages a comprehensive grant support and technical assistance program that assists communities impacted by Hurricane Helene to secure funding for recovery. This role is responsible for designing grant strategies, providing hands-on support to local governments and nonprofits, and ensuring alignment with federal, state, and philanthropic funding requirements. This position oversees multiple grant programs, ensuring effective, transparent, and compliant administration.

Other Key Responsibilities:

Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including reporting and documentation requirements.

Monitors subgrantee performance and develop corrective action or improvement plans as needed.

Designs and implements strategies to identify and pursue funding opportunities for local governments, nonprofits, and other eligible entities.

Prepare internal and external reports on grant program performance and community impact.

Supervise staff responsible for program implementation and monitoring.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range:  $64,621 - $103,677

Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above. 

The Deputy Secretary of Infrastructure & Assistance:

The Deputy Secretary of Infrastructure & Assistance oversees the Division of Water Infrastructure (DWI), Division of Environmental Assistance and Customer Service (DEACS), the Office of Continuous Improvement (OCI), and the Grant Services Unit (GSU) and thus, manages DEQ’s activities to fund and implement water infrastructure projects at publicly owned and municipal wastewater and water treatment plants; to provide grant assistance to communities in North Carolina, and to provide environmental assistance and promote the use of sustainable practices regarding waste reduction, water conservation and emission’s reduction.

Hurricane Helene Response

If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. 

This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management. 

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five (5) years of progressive experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Jean Ollis Buchanan

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]