Grant/ Compliance Specialist
Support Public Health projects and programs with grant, policy, and compliance activities including alignment with existing contracts and regulations, the implementation of proper financial controls, and effective budgeting and procurement for contracts and work. Support reporting to ensure programs are in alignment with existing contracts and that program evaluation leads to strong programs and future business.
Annual openings
3,572
BLS median wage
$54,000
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
10-year growth
+3%
Career requirements
What does this career require?
The education, credentials, and on-the-job competencies Colorado employers expect for this role.
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Credential requirement
No specific credential listed yet
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
- With kids/peopleOccasionally
- On a computerOccasionally
- Outdoors / on-siteOccasionally
- With your handsOccasionally
Interests it draws on
- Finance
- Accounting
Automation exposure
High exposure
Many tasks are repeatable, so technology could reshape the day-to-day over time.
A typical day
- Operate 10-key calculators, typewriters, and copy machines to perform calculations and produce documents.
- Debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software.
- Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
- Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Code documents according to company procedures.
- Perform financial calculations, such as amounts due, interest charges, balances, discounts, equity, and principal.