Grant Intake Specialist at Volkert Inc

Mobile, Alabama, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Intake screening, Case management, Customer service, Administrative support, Documentation collection, Data entry, Communication, Organizational skills, Compliance, Grant programs, Public assistance programs, Salesforce, Attention to detail, QA/QC review

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Are we the road to your future? We are currently searching for an experienced Intake Specialist to support our Program Management Group located in Alabama. This is a hybrid/remote position with occasional travel as needed. The Intake Specialist is responsible for managing applicant intake, eligibility screening, and documentation collection for participants in the federally funded program. This role serves as the primary point of contact for applicants and ensures all files are complete and ready for QA/QC review. What you’ll be doing: * Serve as a primary point of contact for applicants and stakeholders * Conduct initial intake and eligibility screening * Collect, review, and organize required documentation * Enter and maintain accurate data in program systems * Communicate with applicants to resolve missing or incomplete information * Maintain organized, audit-ready files * Coordinate with QA/QC staff to ensure timely file review and approval * Provide general program support as needed What you need to have: * Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent experience) * 1–3 years of experience in intake, case management, customer service, or administrative support * Strong organizational and communication skills * Ability to manage multiple applicants/files simultaneously * Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines * Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR) Bonus points if you have: * Experience with grant programs, healthcare intake, or public assistance programs * Familiarity with data management systems (e.g., Salesforce or similar) * Experience in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment * Strong attention to detail and follow-through * Customer-focused mindset Why Volkert? Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. Key Benefits: * Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) * Medical, Dental, & Vision * 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching * Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays * Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance * Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability * Wellness incentives * Student Debt Retirement Match * Additional voluntary benefits The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert. “For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.” – Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services. Alabama #LI-SD1 #LI-Remote #LI-Hybrid

Responsibilities

The Intake Specialist manages applicant intake, eligibility screening, and documentation collection for federally funded programs. They serve as the primary point of contact for applicants and ensure all files are complete and ready for QA/QC review.