Program Administrator III – Grant Management Support

Position Overview

The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of the Chief Operating Officer (OCOO)/Budget Team, is seeking a Program Administrator III to provide budget, fiscal, technical, and analytical support in the area of Grants Management.

This position serves as a backfill for Merit Position #19770 (MB II) and will support the Budget Team in maintaining effective grants oversight and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support all phases of the grant lifecycle, including grant acquisition, grant setup, budget loading, grant analysis, and reporting
• Analyze financial and programmatic data to ensure compliance with grant requirements
• Follow established guidelines and document internal grant-related processes
• Provide fiscal and technical support to the Budget Team
• Assist with preparation of financial documentation and reporting related to grants

Required Skills And Qualifications

• Knowledge of grants management and public-sector budgeting processes
• Strong analytical and financial review skills
• Ability to interpret grant requirements and ensure compliance
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems preferred

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Experience supporting grants management, budgeting, or financial analysis within a government or public-sector environment preferred

Successful ATHENA Employees Will

• Strive to be the best in their field
• Represent ATHENA with professionalism
• Approach challenges with solutions
• Be proactive and accountable
• Deliver excellent customer service
• Work well in diverse, mission-driven teams

Benefits Of Working For ATHENA

Supportive Team Environment

A professional, committed team dedicated to your success.

Health & Wellness Coverage

• Cigna medical, dental, and vision insurance (eligible after 60 days)
• Long- and short-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Supplemental insurance through LLH (via Recuro)
• Recuro virtual health services (free)
• Pet insurance

Financial Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match (eligible after 4 months, on the 1st of the following month)
• Paid weekly
• Medical and dependent FSA accounts

Paid Time Off

• 15 days PTO accrued weekly
• PTO covers vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Recognized Unpaid Holidays (PTO Optional)

• New Year’s Day
• MLK Jr. Day
• Presidents’ Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day

Tools & Resources

• Employee self-service HR portal

Additional Information

This posting describes the general nature and scope of work expected. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be available upon request. Employment with ATHENA Consulting LLC is at-will.

ATHENA Consulting LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any category protected by law.