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Grant Administrator (Program Coordinator II)-61103358
State of South Carolina
SCDPH
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$52,100 - $70,300
per year
Type
Closes
March 27, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves managing federal grants for public health labs, coordinating activities between lab staff and agencies like the CDC and HRSA, and ensuring projects stay on track with budgets and reports.
A good fit would be someone organized with a science background who enjoys planning events and working with teams to support disease prevention efforts.
It's ideal for detail-oriented professionals passionate about public health administration.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a science-related field
- Relevant program experience in grant administration or public health
- Strong organizational skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel
- Ability to prepare programmatic reports and monitor grant progress
- Experience ensuring compliance with fiscal guidelines and budgets
- Skills in collaborating with stakeholders and representing the organization in meetings
Full Job Description
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Serves as the primary coordinator for the Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity (ELC) and Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) grants; and as such, serves as a liaison between the Laboratory staff and
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC), Health Resources and Services Administration grant (HRSA), and the Communicable Disease Epidemiology Section.
The ELC/HRSA federal grant administrator for DPH Public Health Laboratory (PHL) will plan, organize, coordinate and develop grant activities in cooperation with the Laboratory Directors and is responsible for ensuring deliverables outlined are accomplished.
Oversees the daily administration of ELC and HRSA grant deliverables, updates grant policies and procedures, monitors progress against goals and prepares required programmatic reports in a timely manner.
Works in collaboration with the PHL Sections to ensure compliance with guidelines in fiscal reporting and grant activities associated with lab projects.
Proactively anticipates any changes in budgetary requirements and revises documentation accordingly, ensuring cost remains within budget parameters.
Represents the PHL during appropriate meetings and events designed to promote grant initiative and its goals.
Maintains proactive contract with PHL stakeholders and reports to the Assistance Laboratory Director. Will assist with the planning and implementation of events and promotions related to the grants.
Requirements
State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
"Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer, or their delegate."
Agency Additional Requirements: Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application.
Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a science related field. The employee needs to be organized and have working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel.
Additional Information
EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.
DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant, being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.
The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for Temporary Grant (TG) positions that includes:
- 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
- 15 days Sick Leave per year
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
- S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
- Retirement benefit choices *
*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all Temporary Grant Employees (TG); please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.
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