Sr Compliance Grant Monitor
Date Posted: Apr 16, 2026
Requisition ID: 476185
Location:
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD):
Our mission is to develop a premier workforce that will allow Indiana employers to flourish and entice businesses from outside our state to relocate to Indiana. Everyone at DWD will be required to think outside-the-box; to determine metrics that will allow for measurement and improvement and efficiencies to be made along the way. Cutting edge technologies will be utilized to help assess Indiana's employment future. If managed properly, Indiana's workforce will be second to none and completely prepared for the next phase of the state and country's economic growth.
Role Overview:
The Senior Compliance Grant Monitor is a key member of the Department of Workforce Development's Program Administration & Oversight's Compliance Team and is responsible for taking a lead role in facilitating and conducting monitoring activities, primarily for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) programs but also for Federally/State funded workforce grants as directed. The incumbent will apply operational knowledge and use analytical skills to conduct compliance reviews of administrative entities and grant recipients. Incumbent reports to the Workforce Governance & Administration Analyst. The incumbent is also responsible for collaborating with other members of Workforce Division and facilitating special projects, as assigned.
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
Serve as Compliance Team's subject matter expert for Local Workforce Development Areas (LWDAs) governance kinds of activities including review of Local Plans, Memorandums of Understanding, WorkOne office certifications, Multiple Role Agreements, Chief Elected Officials Agreements, etc.
Conducting on-site/virtual compliance reviews of WIOA and potentially other Federal/State funded grant programs
Analyzing grantees' performance and compliance with Federal, State, and Local requirements based on review of policies, procedures, reports, contracts' scopes of work, participant record reviews, and staff interviews
Producing compliance and other review reports for grantees developed in conjunction with Compliance Director, Senior Fiscal & Program Monitors and State WIOA Equal Opportunity Officer
Testing the implementation of grantees' corrective measures as presented in DWD Resolution documents
Presenting monitoring outcome information in charts/tables or other easily understandable formats
Coordinating with other programs across Workforce Division to identify how monitoring information can be used to improve quality outcomes
Developing/assisting in the preparation of administrative and operational monitoring guides, polices, procedures, tools, and schedules
Collaborating with other Workforce teams to develop and provide technical assistance to LWDAs and other DWD departments, as appropriate or as assigned
Investigation of various issues, as assigned by DWD management
Ensuring Compliance Team's webpage is updated with tools and reports
Performance of other duties as assigned
What You'll Need for Success:
Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:
Demonstrated experience in federal and/or state program administration
Demonstrated experience in federal and/or state grant administration or program operations
Demonstrated experience in monitoring/conducting oversight or audit activities on federal and/or state grants
Demonstrated ability to interact in a professional and effective manner with a variety of grant recipients, one-stop operators, subrecipient/contractor service providers
Ability to interpret and assess program operations for compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations and present assessment verbally and in writing
Ability to analyze service delivery systems and identify positive practices and opportunities for improvement
Ability to write and/or compile detailed narrative reports based on information from a variety of sources
Ability to work as a team member and support teammates to excel
Maintain confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information.
Maintain a professional demeanor when representing DWD on monitoring visits or in meetings
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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