Salary : $111,260.45 - $141,028.99 Annually
Location : Seattle - Regional area, WA
Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number: 2025MH25199
Department: DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks
Division: WLRD -Water & Land Resources
Opening Date: 09/10/2025
Closing Date: 9/24/ :59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: F3A : L117-P&T
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours/Week: 40 hours/week
Summary In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future Grant Administrator career service vacancies within the Water and Land Resources Division over the next 6 months. The Water and Land Resources Division (WLRD) protects, restores, and manages King County's water and land using the best available science and innovation while collaborating with our partners and the community. WLRD employs scientists, engineers, policy experts, ecologists, and project managers dedicated to protecting the health and integrity of King County's natural resources, so that they can be enjoyed today and for generations to come. WLRD provides flood control services, stormwater management, and other natural resource management services throughout the county. The division has eight sections - Capital Delivery, Stormwater Services, Rivers & Floodplain Management, Rural & Regional Services, Science & Technical Support, Environmental Lab, Hazardous Waste Management, and Finance & Administration (F&A).
About the Role: The Finance and Administration Section seeks up to 2 highly organized and detail-oriented Grant Administrators with excellent communication skills to join our team. This role encompasses a variety of responsibilities, including leading the development of grant applications and managing grant award acceptance, reporting, and close-out. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, exercise sound judgement and time management, and demonstrate strong critical thinking skills. They will be expected to manage federal, state, local and foundation grants, and coordinate grant reporting with Business & Finance Officers and Project Managers. The ideal candidates will enjoy working as part of a team, take pride in holding themselves accountable for their work, and have a passion for making a difference for the benefit of King County communities.
This position performs work remotely and onsite.
About the Team: As the only county in the United States named after Martin Luther King, Jr., King County is a vibrant community with residents from countries around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the artistic and social traditions of many cultures. Together, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. We continue to build on an enduring legacy of shared values of equity and social justice, employee engagement, innovative thinking, and continuous improvement. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda aimed at advancing regional change and is developing the systems and standards necessary to achieve better outcomes for all of our residents, regardless of their race or income. All of these qualities make King County one of the nation's best places to live, work, and play.
The Water & Land Resources Division (WLRD) Finance & Administration Section (F&A) serves as the hub of WLRD's budget development and financial management. It also serves a key role in strategic planning and performance management. The F&A Team of thirty staff includes the Grant Unit's 3-person team led by the Grant Supervisor. The Unit is responsible for seeking ~$100 million in grants annually and then managing the entire grant lifecycle of those grants that are awarded.
As key members of the WLRD F&A Grant Unit, the Grant Administrators will perform a range of grant administration and monitoring functions to assist with grantmaking, grant-seeking, grant management, and grant closeout. The position provides leadership to Division staff on all grant functions and requires experience working as part of a team, strong organizational and communication skills, and keen attention to detail. In addition, Grant Administrators resolve issues through direct communication with grantor agencies and develop resources for improving the speed and volume of grant program activity. Prior experience with grant management, audit readiness, and the Uniform Guidance for federally funded awards (2 CFR 200) is required.
Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice: King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Grant Administrator, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at
Apply now for a rewarding career at the Water and Land Resources Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities. Job Duties What You Will Be Doing : - Lead development and submission of grant applications; track grant project schedules, milestones, and action items; and coordinate teams to deliver in a timely manner.
- Assist with collection of grant documentation from grant recipients, subrecipients, and contractors and ensure timely submission of grant reports in collaboration with Business & Finance Officers and Project/Program Managers.
- Identify and report compliance issues and violations of contract/grant agreement provisions, policies, and procedures.
- Compile and maintain trackers with key information about each grant to facilitate portfolio-wide reporting; and compile and review programmatic data for tracking and to analyze the results/outcomes of WLRD grants.
- Assist with grant closeout and maintain grant files and communication records to ensure audit readiness.
- Assist with periodic site visits/desk reviews (part of internal audits/reviews).
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Qualifications You Bring : - Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Political Science, Public Administration, OR any equivalent combination of education and experience.
- At least three years of progressively responsible grant experience with one or more years involving federal grants.
- Effectively plans, organizes, and prioritizes work independently and in a team environment, often with the stress of conflicting priorities to meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills combined with critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- At least three years of experience editing the written work of others for accuracy, flow and brevity as well as punctuation and grammar.
- Familiarity with grant management principles, practices, and the Federal Uniform Guidance.
Competencies You Bring : - Tech Savvy - Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology applications.
- Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.
- Manages Conflict - Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
- Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
- Situational Adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
It Would Be Great if You Also Bring : - Five-plus years of federal and state grant management experience.
- Experience with internal controls and familiarity with audit principles, practices, and readiness.
- Experience with software, including Oracle EBS; customer relationship management (CRM) databases; and the expanded suite of Microsoft 365 products, including Power BI.
Supplemental Information Working Conditions: - Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements typically weekly. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites including the collaboration space at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This work arrangement promotes work-life balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department's vision of Green Where We Work.
- Remote Work Location Requirement : Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements.
- Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.
- Union Representation : This position is represented by Teamster's Local 117 Professional & Technical and Administrative Employees.
Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.
To apply, submit a:
- Complete Application
- Resume
- A summary of three (3) years or more of grants sought, awarded, and managed
- Optional Cover Letter (will be reviewed if submitted)
Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.
Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Morgan Knight Hermann at or
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Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
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King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite activity centers
- Employee Giving Program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
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This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
- Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
- No.
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If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff
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Please share a situation from your past work where you encountered conflicting priorities. How did you manage this situation? What approaches, techniques, or tools did you employ to prioritize tasks when confronted with competing deadlines, particularly when coordination of a team is required to complete the task? (Limit 500 words).
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When you are working on a grant and information or resources you need have not been provided or are not readily accessible, where do you go to find answers? (Limit 500 words).
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