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Public Health

Grant/ Compliance Assistant

Assist Public Health projects and programs with grant, policy, and compliance activities including alignment with existing contracts and regulations, timely and accurate reporting, the implementation of proper financial controls, and effective budgeting and procurement for contracts and work.

Annual openings

2,246

Median wage

$42,010

Typical education

Some employers will require a Bachelor's degree and some won't.

Growth 2026–2032

+8%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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Career requirements

What does this career require?

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Typical education

Some employers will require a Bachelor's degree and some won't.

Credential requirement

Credential requirements not reported

Work experience

This is an entry-level role so no experience is required.

Please note that the job opening information is for jobs in multiple industries, not just Public Health.

Is this work a fit?

What the work actually feels like

How people in this career tend to spend their time, the interests it draws on, and a look at a typical day.

Work style

The type of work can vary by job and employer.

  • With childrenNo
  • On a computerMay vary
  • OutdoorsNo
  • With your handsNo

Interests it draws on

  • Business Support
  • Customer Service

Automation exposure

Moderate exposure

Some routine tasks may shift as tools improve, but the role is likely to adapt.

A typical day

  1. Greet persons entering establishment, determine nature and purpose of visit, and direct or escort them to specific destinations.
  2. File and maintain records.
  3. Collect, sort, distribute, or prepare mail, messages, or courier deliveries.
  4. Operate telephone switchboard to answer, screen, or forward calls, providing information, taking messages, or scheduling appointments.
  5. Receive payment and record receipts for services.
  6. Schedule appointments and maintain and update appointment calendars.
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