Description: PRIMARY PURPOSE
The Public Funds Manager will manage all public/governmental funding streams from initiation to reporting. The responsibilities will primarily consist of all identification, submission, interdepartmental / partner coordination, and reporting/licensure. This position will work cross-departmentally and will have supervisory authority where public funds are applied.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSProgram Operations
•Oversees securing of budget relieving and enrichment supporting funds through public funding opportunities.
•Oversees coordination of program site leadership, management and Director of Programs to ensure operational funding, training, and partner engagement requirements are met.
Leadership
•Develop and implement public funding plans for AYS to best meet organizational financial goals and operational priorities
•Responsible for all aspects of developing and meeting annual public funding goals.
•Serve as a representative of AYS in the community, developing relationships with potential funders, partners, and volunteers
•Work cross-departmentally to identify and secure partnerships or sponsorships to increase revenue and/or reduce expenses
•Lead board committees and any task forces associated with public funding/advocacy.
•Regularly tracks and analyzes data and trends to develop and implement strategies as needed to meet organizational goals.
•Provides direction for the Registrar and Program Staff to ensure front end requirements are met.
Administrative
•Support departmental budget and resources planning
•Actively manage public funding relationships serving as the primary contact, and ensure all reporting deadlines are met
•Oversee and ensure effective reporting/inspection process; Leads internal cross-departmental compliance team
•Performs other related duties as assigned.
Compliance and Training
•Oversee public funding database, ensuring proper data entry standards and effective reporting.
•Oversee tracking and reconciliation of funds
•Oversees public funding systems (ilead) and appropriate annual reporting.
•Identifies Professional Development needs for all staff.
•Completes all annually required and assigned training, as necessary.
Requirements: EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE* To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the following education and/or experience.
•Bachelor's degree in public Affairs or a related field. May substitute with a bachelor’s degree and proven experience.
•501(c)3 management experience
•Minimum of 5 years’ experience in managing public funds
PHYSICAL DEMANDS* Regularly sit for extended periods of time
•May have to move supplies or equipment up to 20 pounds occasionally
•Requires reliable personal transportation and valid driver’s license