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Grants Specialist - Rural Health Transformation Program

State of Wisconsin - Health Services
Wisconsin

Job Details

Full-time
$31.62 - $42.00 an hour

Benefits

Wellness program
Mileage reimbursement
Paid holidays
Flexible spending account
Pension plan
Employee assistance program
Loan forgiveness

Qualifications

Data reporting
Contract performance monitoring
Compliance reporting for grants
Contracts
Project contract management
Cross-functional collaboration
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Introduction

The newly established Office of Grants Management (OGM) within the Department of Health Services (DHS) is hiring multiple Grants Specialists to administer the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). In collaboration with subject matter experts throughout DHS, OGM provides the agency with centralized grantmaking functions to focus on customer service, compliance with federal requirements, and the overall consistency and quality of the grants process.

This position can work remotely up to 5 days per week but requires reporting to the Madison office at 201 E. Washington Ave. occasionally to complete certain tasks such as quarterly in-person OGM staff meetings and onboarding. This position can be headquartered at one of our central or regional offices.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months.
Top rated health plan options starting at $45/month for single plans and $111/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
Exceptional pension plan with a 7.2% employer match in 2026 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

Position Summary

The Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) is a complex, multi-year cooperative agreement funded by the federal government to improve access, outcomes and infrastructure for rural health systems across Wisconsin.

As a Grants Specialist, you will be responsible for managing complex, high risk, and high value subawards within the program, requiring knowledge of federal regulations, contracting, and grant oversight across RHTP’s core focus areas, including Interoperability Infrastructure, Workforce Supports, and Coordinated Care.

You’ll lead or support planning and policy development efforts related to grant operations, provide expert consultation to internal and external partners, and mentor other grants staff. You will serve as a subject matter expert in grant management strategies, ensuring program funds are used effectively and equitably to make a long-term impact in rural communities.

Salary Information

The positions may be filled at the Grants Specialist or Grants Specialist - Advanced level based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.
The starting pay for the Grants Specialist level is between $31.62 - $35.06 per hour (approximately $65,700-$73,000 per year) or up to the appointment maximum at the time of the appointment. The pay schedule/range is 07/04.
The starting pay for the Grants Specialist - Advanced level is between $37.00 and $42.00 per hour (approximately between $76,900 and $87,300 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. The pay schedule/range is 07/03.
A 12-month probationary period is required. Pay for current or former state employees is set based upon the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction.

Job Details

All applicants who may be appointed will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.
For positions that allow remote working flexibility, working outside of Wisconsin or in bordering cities will not be allowed except in extremely limited circumstances due to the need to report to an office location in Wisconsin on short notice.
Employees must have access to both a private workspace and secure high-speed internet for remote work option. Mileage reimbursement to the employee’s headquarter location is not provided.
DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have all the following:

Experience with contract or grant administration (e.g., responding to procurements, monitoring budgets, developing grant funding opportunities, managing subawards, ensuring compliance, reporting outcomes, etc.).
Experience interpreting and applying federal or state grant regulations or requirements including Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Uniform Guidance.
Experience collaborating with cross-functional partners to ensure alignment between program and funding goals.
Experience analyzing data to inform planning and reporting.

Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:

Experience supporting, implementing, or managing rural health or public health programs.
Experience using data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, R, Stata, Tableau, Power BI, etc.) and data quality processes to analyze and monitor budget and contract data.
Experience designing or improving grant monitoring tools, risk-assessment frameworks, audit readiness, or grant management systems.

Your letter of qualifications and resume are each limited to two (2) pages. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.

How To Apply

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Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above.
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Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs.
For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Shannon in Human Resources at [email protected].

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s Affairs, click here.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply has been extended to June 4th at 11:59 pm.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

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