Grants & Data Coordinator

Are you organized, detail-oriented, and self-directed? Can you balance analytical skill, organization, and communication? North Dakota State Library is hiring a Grants and Data Coordinator to coordinate library grant programs, manage database and electronic resource subscriptions, and analyze statistical data for agency use.

This role offers a unique opportunity to be directly involved in programs that support NDSL’s mission: to strengthen and enhance ND libraries, connect people to reliable resources, and ignite lifelong learning.

 

What You’ll Do

You will support the mission of the North Dakota State Library by:

• Coordinating and administering NDSL federal, state, and private grant programs
• Reviewing grant applications, contracts, amendments, and reimbursement requests for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Developing, updating and maintaining grant guidelines, as well as identifying grant opportunities
• Coordinating the management and oversight of statewide and agency database subscriptions and electronic resources
• Developing, coordinating, and delivering trainings and professional development opportunities regarding grants and e-resources
• Providing trainings, technical assistance, and support for the Webgrants system
• Retrieving, formatting, and analyzing monthly usage statistics from vendors
• Designing, implementing, and maintaining systems for collecting, validating, and analyzing agency and library statistics
• Preparing and submitting data for required federal and state reports
• Managing and maintaining library-related databases, including a Microsoft Access database
• Collaborating with internal staff and libraries statewide to support data-informed decision-making and communications

 

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered for this position, you must have a Bachelor’s Degree plus two years of relevant professional experience OR a Master’s of Library and Information Science plus one year of relevant professional experience.

 

What Will Set You Apart (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience with grant monitoring and compliance
• Experience with Microsoft Access or other database management experience
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and prioritization skills
• A service-oriented mindset

 

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At NDSL, you will be a vital part of a team that serves all North Dakotans by providing pathways to knowledge and opportunities. We value service, collaboration, and accessibility. In this role, you will work closely with libraries across the state as well as NDSL staff and leadership to enhance all North Dakota libraries.

 

Compensation & Location

• Work Style: North Dakota State Library uses a blended workplace model. This position may work from anywhere within the state of North Dakota
• Shift: Monday – Friday, flexible scheduling available between the hours of 7:00am – 5:00pm
• Hiring Salary: $5,083/month

 

Get to Know Us

Learn more about our mission and vision at library.nd.gov

 

Ready to Apply?

Submit your application materials at www.nd.gov/careers by 11:59pm CT on the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All potential applicants must upload the following documents in a .pdf, .doc, or .docx format:

• Resume
• Cover letter that includes a brief description of your background and how it aligns with the role for which you are applying

If selected for an interview, three work-related references must also be provided.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State Library does not provide visa sponsorships.

 

Questions or Accommodations?

Contact Allie Suko, Human Resources and Fiscal Associate

[email protected] | 701.328.3499

 

About Team ND

“Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.” – Theodore Roosevelt

More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.

 

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.