Grants and Cost Allocation Manager

The Division or Finance and Administrative Services (DFAS) is seeking applications for a Special Assistant Professional (Grants & Cost Allocation Manager) to join our Grants & Cost Allocation Unit located in Cole County.

Job Posting Number: 886 4028 8429009

Annual Salary: $102,495 - $107,130 (based upon credentials)

Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g., shift, or time-of-service pay).

Job Location: This position will be located at 221 West High, Jefferson City

Why you’ll love this position: The Department of Social Services (DSS) partners with families and communities to protect children, rehabilitate youth and move families to self-sufficiency so that Missourians can lead safe, healthy and productive lives.

The Division of Finance and Administrative Services-Grants & Cost Allocation Unit is the Department’s financial team responsible for cost allocation and financial reporting. This is a challenging, responsible, independent position. The person in this position will work with a dedicated team of employees within the division and the opportunity to work with a variety of exceptional, hardworking people throughout the department.

Responsibilities - What You’ll Do

What you’ll do:

• Lead and supervise the grants and cost allocation unit and oversee the grants and cost allocation functions for the Department of Social Services

• Lead and o versee grant and cost allocation related research

• Lead and o versee the monitoring of grant and cost allocation activities for compliance with applicable statutes, policies, grant guidelines and procedures

• Diagnose and address challenges and concerns as needed to prevent loss of grant funding

• Lead and o versee grant financial tracking and reporting

• Respond to MOVERS tasks and/or inquiries as they relate to grant tracking and reporting

• Respond to House, Senate, Office of Administration questions throughout the year

• Respond to audit request from SAO and Federal agencies (CMS, ACF, FNS, etc.)

• Become a subject matter expert on grants and cost allocation, both Medicaid and Non-Medicaid

• Review documents for completeness & accuracy and approve these documents for certification and submission

• Consult and advice on grant and cost allocation methods, including identifying and prioritizing needs, assessing the impact of grant and cost allocation decisions, and developing strategies to mitigate risk

• Collaborate with executive leadership and program teams to understand reporting needs, define metrics, and ensure data accuracy and relevance

• Motivate, lead, and manage professional staff

• Employee supervision which includes hire recommendations, training, planning and assigning work, performance assessment, coaching, and progressive discipline

• Assist with similar or aligned work activities and perform other duties as assigned

• Exercise a high degree of initiative and judgment in the performance of assigned responsibilities

Qualifications - All you need for success

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration or closely related filed
• Five or more years of professional relevant experience in grant management, accounting, finance, auditing, budgeting or relevant fiscal experience (substitutions may be considered)
• Experience in the review, interpretation and application of state and federal laws
• Ability to oversee and prioritize multiple projects and manage workflow to meet deadlines
• Have the knowledge and skills to perform and review the work overseen

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to develop short and long-range plans that meet established objectives and contribute to the overall goals and mission of the department;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other team members, outside entities and the public.
• Deep understanding of federal grants (both Medicaid and Non-Medicaid), cost allocation and data-driven program management.
• Previous experience in the development, management, and monitoring of Medicaid and Non-Medicaid grant programs.
• Strong leadership and organizational management skills with the ability to inspire and lead teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing, with emphasis on effective communication of complex subject matter.
• Demonstratable expertise in leading collaboration between groups.
• Be highly organized and able to work under pressure to meet frequent deadlines.

Lack of a post-secondary education will not be the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please contact:

If you have questions about this position, please contact Brenda Becker at Brenda.s.Becker@dss.mo.gov . If you experience accessibility issues while applying, please contact Courtney Hall at Courtney.A.Hall@dss.mo.gov or call 573-751-4244.

Recruitment Area : All qualified candidates.

Application Deadline: February 23, 2026

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