Grants Compliance Officer - Hybrid
About this role
What You'll Be Doing
The Grants Compliance Officer provides monitoring and compliance for the full lifecycle of the County-wide grants program as established by NC General Statutes, county policies and grant agreements.
This position, in collaboration with the County’s Grants Team, supports the full lifecycle of grant administration, including development and updates of grant-related policies and procedures, employee training and technical assistance and audit assistance to County departments and programs as needed.
The Essential functions for the Grants Compliance Officer position include:
- Review all grants quarterly to ensure compliance with established procedures
- Review, in conjunction with the Grants Team, all grant requests submitted by departments to ensure proper setup, monitoring, tracking and compliance
- Coordinates with the Grants Team to develop and maintain grant policies and procedures
- Assists with monitoring and reporting of grants through the County’s financial system
- Review grant related Board of Commissioner agenda items for policy compliance
- Serves as the system administrator for external grant portals used by various departments for grant reporting
About Our Team
Wake County Finance strives to be recognized as an innovative leader in Government Finance, by utilizing leading-edge technology to improve business processes, provide timely and accurate financial information and enhance fiscal accountability. The Department supports and partners with other County departments and external organizations to provide efficient, effective customer service to residents, vendors and employees.
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
- Three years of experience in accounting, finance, budgeting or grant management
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
- Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
- Two (2) years of grants compliance or grants management experience
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and manage effectively at all organizational levels
- Ability to identify and solve complex problems, innovate, plan and implement change initiatives and take action consistent with available facts, constraints and anticipated consequences
- Ability to be proactive, take action to achieve goals beyond what is required and take prompt action to accomplish objectives
- Ability to establish expectations and clear direction to meet goals and objectives and solid organizational and time management skills
- Thorough knowledge of applicable County, State and Federal policies, including government and foundational granting requirements and grants administration
- Solid analytical skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to use logic and reasoning and identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions
About This Position
Location: Justice Center Raleigh, NC 27601
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: 8:30 am - 5:15 pm
Hiring Range: 80,000 - 100,000
Market Range: 76,986.00 - 138,582.00
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 8/22/2026
What Makes Wake Great
Equal Opportunity Statement
Background Check Statement
Emergency Service Worker Statement
What Makes Wake Great
Consistently ranked high among the best places to live and work in America, Wake County is the proud home to NC State University, Research Triangle Park, and the two-time Stanley Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes, winners in 2006 and 2026. In addition to being Wake County’s seat of government, Raleigh is also the center of state government, with the Capitol Building, legislature and many state government offices located in Raleigh. With an estimated population of just over 1.2 million residents, Wake County is North Carolina’s most populous county. Entertainment, recreation, and art and culture abound with the North Carolina Museum of Art, JC Raulston Arboretum, and the Neuse River Trail all in the heart of Wake County. Wake County uses the Council/Manager form of government. Currently, the seven members of the Board of Commissioners are elected by district on a partisan basis and serve four-year terms. Starting in fall 2026, the Wake County Board will have seven commissioners elected by voters in their districts and two at-large commissioners elected by the whole County. The County is regarded as a fiscally responsible and well-managed government, enjoying a AAA bond rating. The County’s FY2027 General Fund budget is approximately $2.28 billion, and the County has more than 5,000 full time employees. Wake County Government came in at #2 on the Healthiest Employers list for 2024. This year, US News & World Report ranked Raleigh #5 on its list of Best Places to Live, and the Milken Institute ranked Raleigh #1 on its 2025 list of Best-Performing Cities.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Background Check Statement
Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Emergency Service Worker Statement
In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
Company at a glance
Wake County Government provides services including tax collection, library services, local parks administration, planning and permitting, health and human services, law enforcement and more. Wake County is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners.
Consistently rated as one of the best places to live and work in America, Wake County, North Carolina is home to NC State University, Shaw University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. Wake County is also the center of state government, with our Capitol Building, legislature and many government offices located in Raleigh.
Wake County is the most populous County in North Carolina. The County consists of 12 municipalities and includes Raleigh, the county seat and state capital. A unique mix of urban and rural small towns distinguishes Wake County from other counties and provides something for every lifestyle.
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