The Grants Administrator coordinates all aspects of the subgrant program for public libraries issuing from the federal Library Service and Technology Act (LSTA) grant program, and serves as the Agency’s contact point for all general questions and communication regarding LSTA activities.
Examples of Work
- Coordinates and promotes LSTA program subgrants for public libraries.
- Assists LSTA subgrant applicants with guidance and training in various formats for preparing grant requests and complying with grant requirements.
- Reviews LSTA funding recommendations and implements fiscal procedures consistent with the regulations and goals of the grant program.
- Serves as liaison between funding agencies and State Library administrators; serves as point of information for Agency staff regarding all aspects of LSTA or other granting agency (except higher-level budget discussion and decisions).
- Informs and trains library personnel statewide as needed in order to promote LSTA funding opportunities and make it possible for libraries to compete successfully for funding.
- Oversees the subgrant selection and award process with attention to LSTA and State goals and priorities; monitors the distribution of subgrants and reimbursements to grantees; reports and evaluates the use of grant funds.
- Maintains files and records; monitors and improves subgrant documents, guidelines and procedures, and website/libguide content for the information of grant applicants.
- Occasionally performs similar tasks with small grant programs based on other funding streams.
- Works with the Library Development Director to develop the LSTA Five Year Plan evaluation and planning process.
Minimum Education and Work Experience
- A bachelor's degree and grants administration experience.
- Excellent writing, math and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledgeable about public library issues and the status of libraries in South Carolina.
- Able and willing to maintain an orderly, well-documented, responsive and schedule-conscious grants operation.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with grant recipients and with federal, state and local agencies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters’ degree from an ALA accredited college or university in library science, finance, business or a related field.
- Knowledge of the principles and procedures involved in obtaining grant funds from various federal, state and local sources.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of public and business administration.
- Knowledge of government accounting and budgeting practices.
- Prior experience with LSTA program grants in a public library setting preferred.
- Starting salary range $39,960 - $46,000 depending on experience.
- Benefits Include: vacation (15 days per year); sick leave (15 days per year); holidays (13 days per year), standard benefits package and South Carolina State Retirement System.
All applications must be submitted online at jobs.sc.gov.
If you have any questions concerning this job posting, please email Deborah Pack, Human Resources Manager at dpack@statelibrary.sc.gov.
Additional Comments
The State Library actively promotes professional development and learning opportunities for staff. Work takes place in an office environment. Some local travel is expected. Limited overnight travel may be required.
- Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from consideration for employment.
- Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work/salary history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed in lieu of a completed state application to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
- Please include a cover letter, resume, and three professional references. Reference and background check will be conducted.
