About This Role
Writing grants from prospect research to final report is the core of this role, allowing the program team to focus on students. In the first year, the Grant Writer will submit about 30 proposals and letters of inquiry.
Responsibilities
- Research, write, and submit proposals, letters of inquiry, and budgets to foundations, corporations, and government funders
- Turn program data and student stories into clear, competitive applications
- Build and run the grants calendar, pipeline tracker, and library of reusable content
- Write interim and final reports for every active grant, on time
- Work with program staff, the finance team, and the Executive Director on budgets, outcomes, and approvals
- Build relationships with funders through updates, check-ins, and site visits
- Prepare regular grants updates for leadership and the board
Requirements
- 2+ years of grant writing experience with funded proposals (samples required)
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Experience building grant budgets
- Excellent organization and the ability to manage several deadlines at once
- Comfort with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office and spreadsheets
- Commitment to opening skilled-trade careers to women, Latinas, youth, and underrepresented communities
Nice to have:
- Workforce development, youth, or skilled-trades experience
- Government grants
- Bilingual Spanish and English
- Knowledge of Indiana funders
- Experience with tools like Candid, Instrumentl, or Salesforce
Benefits
- Flexible PTO
- Nine paid holidays
- Professional development support
- Additional benefits will be discussed during the interview process
Important Details
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, with occasional evenings for events and funder visits
- Work format: first 90 days on-site, then three days in the office and two remote focus days
- Workplace: mostly office and computer work, with time in an active welding shop (closed-toe shoes required; safety glasses in the shop)
Application Process
- Send your resume, a cover letter, and two writing samples (at least one funded grant proposal)
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the role is filled