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PARD & Undiscovered Grants Coordinator

South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/26/2026
Job Responsibilities

The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism administers several grant programs ranging from development of public recreational opportunities throughout the state to marketing support for qualified nonprofit organizations.

Job Purpose And Duties

Administers the Parks and Recreation Development (PARD) and Undiscovered SC grant programs and is responsible for the administration of these programs and works with project sponsors/grantees to ensure compliance with program guidelines. Serves as a team member in the administration of the LWCF and RTP grants.

  • Manages the daily operations of the PARD grant program. Initiates policies and procedures to expedite the obligation and expenditure of the Parks and Recreation Development (PARD) grant funds.
  • Develop and maintain effective relationships with the local governments and organizations that use PARD for parks and recreation development.
  • Coordinates and conducts PARD and Undiscovered final inspections and related required follow-up with project sponsors.
  • Manage the Undiscovered SC program. Oversee the grant application process, timeline for awards and work with staff to ensure guidelines/direction of the program meets the goal of the executive management team.
  • Manage the Agency's programmatic requirements for the PARD and Undiscovered SC grant programs. Ensure compliance with all state and agency regulations. Ensures documentation files are maintained in proper order.
  • Assists as team member in the administration of LWCF and RTP.
  • Practice and promote teamwork within the work unit, throughout the agency, and with external stakeholders. Adhere to the agency's Professional Standards & Interdepartmental Relations Protocol and complete required administrative and operational responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Bachelors degree in Recreation, Planning, Business Administration, Public Administration or related fields or five years in recreation facility development, grants administration and experience in comprehensive community planning for public recreation.

Additional Requirements

  • Ability to work at the local level.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license. Travel in and out of state.
  • Skills in communication, both written and verbal, grant management and administration, and excellent computer skills in Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access.

Additional Comments

Actual Job Location: Recreation, Grants & Research

Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours weekly. This position is located onsite and is not a remote position.

The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

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