About This Role
This role involves researching, developing, writing, and submitting grant proposals to secure funding from various sources, including federal, state, local, and foundation. The position works closely with department directors and organizational leaders to identify funding opportunities, prepare competitive applications, and ensure compliance with grant requirements.
Responsibilities
- Research and identify grant funding opportunities that align with federal, state, regional, local, foundation, and private sector grants for the organization
- Develop, write, edit, and submit grant proposals, applications, letters of inquiry, and supporting documentation
- Monitor grant announcements, notices of funding opportunities, and legislative funding initiatives
- Coordinate with department heads and staff to gather information, budgets, statistics, and program data needed for grant submissions
- Evaluate grant opportunities and recommend funding strategies to City leadership
- Develop grant funding plans aligned with the City's strategic goals and capital improvement priorities
- Maintain a grants calendar and monitor application deadlines
- Track grant awards, reporting requirements, and compliance deadlines
- Prepare progress reports, reimbursement requests, and grant closeout documentation
- Assist with grant budget development and monitoring in coordination with finance staff
- Maintain records of grant applications, awards, and funding sources
- Develop and maintain relationships with grant-making agencies, foundations, and funding partners
- Attend meetings, workshops, and training sessions related to grant opportunities and administration
- Prepare reports and presentations regarding grant activities and funding outcomes
- Ensure compliance with all grant regulations, policies, and reporting requirements
- Educate the public on the city's initiatives for grant funding projects
- Attend training, seminars, and workshops as needed to maintain adequate job knowledge
- Perform other related duties as assigned and complete special projects as directed
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, Finance, Political Science, or a related field
- Three (3) years of experience in grant writing, grant administration, fundraising, public administration, or a related field
- Knowledge of grant research, proposal development, and grant administration practices
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local funding programs
- Strong technical and professional writing skills
- Ability to interpret grant guidelines, regulations, and funding requirements
