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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Human Services Analyst

Bradenton, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$23.67/hr - $35.50/hr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is a part of Manatee County Government, focusing on community and veterans services. The Human Services Analyst prepares and manages contracts with social services organizations, ensuring compliance with regulations and providing technical assistance to various departments.

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Responsibilities

Assists with programmatic and administrative reviews of social services grant programs for which the Board of County Commissioners acts as grantee or grantor and the Neighborhood Services Department acts as implementing agency, to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and County regulations and guidelines. Conducts frequent site visits. Writes reports of findings. Presents findings to advisory boards or committees as required

Reviews and prepares analyses of grant programs being considered by the Board of County Commissioners

Reviews and prepares analyses of programs from external organizations being considered for funding by Manatee County

Assists in developing recommendations for future funding based upon program review and analysis, as part of the annual County budget process

Provides information on Federal, State, and County regulations and guidelines on programmatic and administrative matters to grant program applicants and recipients, including non-County agencies for whom the Board of County Commissioners acts as grantee or grantor

Provides technical assistance to County departments and non-County agencies in the development of grant programs, documentation of results, and reporting

Negotiates, writes, and manages assigned contracts with non-profit organizations

Conducts desk reviews of county funded programs. Reviews periodic payment requests, agency budgets, financial statements, and quarterly programmatic reports. Processes payment requests

Attends community meetings and serves on committees that address service gaps and/or issues that affect Manatee County. May make presentations to public forums such as conferences, advisory board meetings, outreach programs, or social service agencies

Maintains knowledge and understanding of current best practices, trends, laws, and issues affecting area of expertise. Upon approval, attends educational events that will increase professional knowledge and be otherwise beneficial to the County

Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required

Qualification

Grants administrationContract managementData analysisRegulatory complianceSocial servicesCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in social or behavioral sciences, education, or related field

One year of experience in a social service, grants administration, or public administration position

Valid driver license required, with valid Florida driver license required within 30 days of hire

Able to organize own work and prioritize tasks, adjust to competing and changing priorities, and meet deadlines

Accurate, detail-oriented, and organized

Able to resolve routine situations and problems

Basic knowledge and understanding of sociological and economic factors involved in Human Services planning

Basic knowledge of data collection, analysis, and interpretation techniques

Basic knowledge and understanding of grants and contracts management, including contract negotiation

Basic knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance necessary to successfully perform job duties

Basic knowledge and understanding of computer applications and software programs required to perform job duties

Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills in order to deal professionally and effectively with staff, management, non-profit agency personnel, advisory board members, and other stakeholders

Able to explain facts, policies, and practices

Work is closely supervised