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Program Analyst III - Grants (OCFO)

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Program Analyst III - Grants (OCFO)

Salary

$77,922.00 - $96,779.00 Annually

Location

Coleman A Young Municipal Center, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

202501OCFO13111103MGH

Department

Off Chf Financial Officer

Division

Office of Development and

Opening Date

09/23/2025

Closing Date

10/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General

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Description

Be a Part of the City You Love!

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer - Office of Development and Grants division is seeking to fill a Program Analyst III position.

Position Summary

The Program Analyst class includes positions that primarily serve as analysts and advisors to management on the evaluation of the effectiveness of government programs and operations or the productivity and efficiency of the management of Federal agencies or both. Positions in this series require knowledge of: the substantive nature of agency programs and activities; agency missions, policies, and objectives; management principles and processes; and the analytical and evaluative methods and techniques for assessing program development or execution and improving organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Some positions also require an understanding of basic budgetary and financial management principles and techniques as they relate to long range planning of programs and objectives. The work requires skill in: application of fact-finding and investigative techniques; oral and written communications; and development of presentations and reports.

Examples of Duties

Program Analysts with a specialization in grants administration may perform a range of duties including, but not limited to:

• Oversees, reviews, analyzes, and evaluates grants/assistance applications, plans, and estimates

• Supports department(s) in developing quantitative and qualitative internal milestones to ensure successful completion of grant funded projects and ensure spending targets are on track

• Gathers and records data, and uploads documentation into the centralized grants management system

• Prepares, processes, issues, and tracks grants/assistance awards in collaboration with and in cooperation with City departments and ensures and monitors compliance with all terms and conditions of reporting requirements

• Gathers grant-related data and reports from City departments and performs the electronic filing of that information into the centralized grants management system

• Monitors and analyzes grantee financial and progress reports in accordance with the requirements of the grant award to assure funds are properly expended

• Performs final review of completed awards, makes appropriate adjustments or disallowances, and processes close-outs in a timely and compliant manner

• Conducts post-award reviews and analyses to identify management, financial, and administrative issues

• Testifies before grant committees and at other public forums with recommendations in the area of funding, special conditions and grant administration to provide expert technical advice

• Identifies promising and strategic grant opportunities in both the private and public sectors

• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with major course of work in business administration, public administration, public policy, economics, finance, accounting, urban studies, information technology, or a closely related field.

Experience

In addition to the minimum education requirements, the following experience requirements also apply:

+ Program Analyst III – at least three (3) years of experience

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirements of this position.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

• Interview: 70%

• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifi cations: 30%

• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points

• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

LRD: 09/09/2025

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

+ Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.

+ Dental

+ Vision

INSURANCE

+ Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.

+ Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

+ Sick Leave

+ Vacation

+ Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;

- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or

- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.

• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);

- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;

• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01

Describe your professional experience and hands-on responsibility related to grant fiscal support, accounting, public budgeting, and/or finance?

02

Do you have a BS Degree from an accredited college or university, with coursework in public administration, public policy, economics, social work, urban planning, urban studies, or a closely related field.

+ Yes

+ No

03

Please indicate your experience in project/financial management.

+ 1 - 2 years

+ 3 - 4 years

+ 5-6 years

+ 7 or more years

+ None

Required Question

Employer

City of Detroit

Address

Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website

http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job

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