Grant Administrator for Civil Money Penalty (CMP) Reinvestment Program

Grant Administrator for Civil Money Penalty (CMP) Reinvestment Program

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary – $30.00 - $40.00 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid

Recruiter – Niccole Johnson | niccolejohnson@utah.gov | 801-538-3956
Application Deadline – 9/25/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

Position Summary

The Division of Licensing and Background Checks (DLBC) protects vulnerable populations in Utah by licensing and overseeing foster care, childcare, human services, and health facilities, as well as managing mandatory background checks.

Responsibilities

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Oversee, implement, and manage the end-to-end administration of the Civil Money Penalty (CMP) Reinvestment Program to support activities that protect or improve the quality of care for nursing facility residents.
• Review, evaluate, and process CMP grant applications from certified nursing facilities and eligible third-party organizations for compliance with federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) guidelines and state regulations.
• Conduct regular program, financial, and compliance audits of grant recipients to monitor milestones, assess expenditures, and ensure proper allocation of CMP funds.
• Track project deliverables and analyze key performance metrics, generating comprehensive quarterly and annual reports for state leadership and CMS Regional Offices.
• Develop guidance documents, technical assistance resources, and educational workshops for potential applicants and active grantees on program requirements and best practices.
• Collaborate with internal state regulatory agency divisions, healthcare advocacy groups, long-term care stakeholders, and federal CMS representatives to drive program adoption and alignment.
• Investigate, address, and resolve compliance non-conformities, project delays, or financial discrepancies reported across active CMP grant projects.
• Maintain up-to-date program policies, application manuals, and public-facing program documentation in accordance with state and federal rule updates.
• Manage the application intake, review committee, and approval lifecycle, including:
• Facilitating dynamic objective review panel evaluations for incoming project proposals.
• Coordinating required public notification, stakeholder review, and formal CMS approval submission workflows.
• Shepherding grant agreements and contract execution through formal state procurement and administrative channels.
• Maintaining fund accounting records, disbursement tracking logs, and reporting archives.
• Ensuring full adherence to 42 CFR § 488.433 and state administrative regulations governing CMP fund usage.

Other Responsibilities

• Support other duties as assigned, including health facility rule updates and health facility committee meetings

Qualifications

Minimum ("Day-One") Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of grant lifecycle management, financial monitoring, and program administration principles.
• Proven experience in contract management, proposal evaluation, or grant application review processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to interface effectively with healthcare providers and regulatory officials.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize complex deadlines, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database systems.

Preferred Qualifications (Trainable / On-the-Job)

• A minimum of three years of professional experience in grant management, health administration, or public health planning; or a
• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field.
• Direct work experience within a regulatory agency, or nursing facility environment.
• Deep knowledge of state and federal regulations governing long-term care facilities and 42 CFR § 488.433 CMP fund reinvestment guidelines.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating state or federal grant approval, award, and reporting processes.

About the Role

Location –
195 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – AX - Employees in supervisory positions

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
Become an integral part of the Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and contribute to the vision of advocating for, supporting, and serving all individuals and communities in Utah; and ensuring all Utahns have fair and equitable opportunities to live safe and healthy lives. Help us achieve this through effective policy and a seamless system of services and programs.

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.