Our employer is in search of a Grants Writer.
JOB SUMMARY :
Under the guidance of the City Manager this position is responsible for researching, writing, and securing, monitoring, Federal, State, Local and Foundation grant proposals for the City of Pahokee.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Research and identify funding prospects through private and public foundations, corporations, and government entities to generate revenue for City Programs and projects.
- Produce high quality letters of inquiry, grant proposals, grant applications, funder reports and briefing papers within designated time constraints.
- Communicate with program staff and work collaboratively to conceptualize new projects.
- Participate in meetings as necessary for grant matters, including grant site visits, presentations, and meetings with potential grant providers / funders.
- Identify funding opportunities and new program areas to match priorities, using research tools.
- Develop budget and financial report documents in collaboration with program and fiscal staff.
- Coordinate with Finance Department to account for all grant funds.
- Monitor and maintain government grant and contract documents. Ensure compliance and meet reporting requirements for existing grants.
- Support the relationship between the City of Pahokee and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; promote the City goals and priorities and comply with all City policies and procedures.
- Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; perform other duties as required or assigned.
EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, or related field.Five (5) years of experience in grant research, writing, and development, finance, or public administration. Equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.Demonstrated success in securing grants for projects and programs.KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS
City operations, policies and proceduresEffective oral and writing skills for grant developmentFederal, State, County and City laws, rules, regulations and ordinancesGrants administration principles and interworking of funding sources at all government levelsWorking knowledge of public relations and media development to promote City mission and visionAccounting and auditing principles relating to grants administrationMicrosoft Office Suite and working knowledge of the Internet and database applicationsAbility to manage multiple funding sources, projects and programsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county, state, and federal partnersAbility to multitask and work well under pressureADDITIONAL DETAILS
Seniority level : Mid-Senior levelEmployment type : Full-timeJob function : Management, Administrative, and Project ManagementIndustries : Government Administration#J-18808-Ljbffr