Grant Writer

Salary :

$68,281.45 - $90,472.93 Annually

Location : Marietta, GA

Marietta, GA

Job Type : Full-Time

Full-Time

Job Number : 03616

03616

Department : Finance

Finance

Opening Date : 08 / 29 / 2024

08 / 29 / 2024

Closing Date :

9 / 30 / 2024 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Grade Code : Position Information

Position Information

This position is located in Cobb County Finance Department.

The purpose of this classification is to assist County departments in identifying and securing state and federal grants and to ensure compliance with all grant requirements.Essential Functions

Assist with the development and amendment of written Countywide procedures and guidance on internal grant administration;

create and implement a standard tracking, monitoring, and reporting system for departmental grants administration; develop reports on Countywide oversight and monitoring for internal grant administration.

Maintain a Countywide repository for grants administration; implement education / training for departments on the repository and other topics related to the grant administration process.

• Monitor financial status of County grant award; prepares and submits requests for reimbursements; monitors budget expenditures for grant compliance;
• maintains accurate and complete grant files; and performs grant related special projects and periodic program monitoring;

coordinate with other departments on grant close-out procedures.Monitors program activities to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal grant programs : attends a variety of meetings to discuss activities, recommend solutions to problems with grant programs, progress towards goals and objectives, etc.

conducts on-site visits; prepares and submits field notes; reviews and monitors activity and progress reports; and initiates corrective action plans.

to address observations. Works with Federal grants programs including CDBG, JAG, HOME and WIOA.

• Reviews and scores grant applications for local, state, and federal programs : receives, reviews and scores grant applications based on established criteria;
• submits scores; participates on review committees; makes funding recommendations; develops, revises, and updates grant application policies and procedures and instruction manual;

and attends workshops on grant processes.Communicates with Purchasing to ensure compliance with County and regulatory policies and procedures as outlined by local, state, and federal law.

Conducts research and analysis (white papers) on topics related to community development and economic development.

• Assists County staff and elected officials in preparation of grant applications and proposals : prepares grant applications in accordance regulations, policies, and procedures;
• interprets, explains, applies, and ensures compliance with guidelines of granting agents and with all applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures;

initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations; submits grant applications, and quarterly and annual progress reports.

• Identifies and solicits grants from government sources to support the various programs of the County : researches various sources to identify grant funding opportunities;
• determines availability of grant funding; secures and reviews funding source documents; researches specific goals, purposes, conditions, restrictions, and qualifications for eligibility of each grant opportunity;

gathers cost estimates to develop proposed budgets; and evaluates potential success of funding opportunities; and determines or recommends whether to apply for various grant programs.

Coordinates agenda preparation and review : receives, reviews, writes, and edits agenda items to be presented to the Board of Commissioners (BOC);

verifies accuracy and completeness of proposed agenda items; and reviews and submits items to appropriate personnel for approval and inclusion in BOC agenda.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field required; supplemented by three years of experience in grant development and administration;

or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Licenses and Certifications

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.Physical Abilities

Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and / or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds).

Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement

Cobb County is an equal opportunity employer. Cobb County Government does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.

Visit Cobb County's

Employee Benefits

page to learn more.

I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application.

Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

YesNo

I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position.

Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application and / or in a supplemental question response, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

YesNo

Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?

YesNo

Educational Background : Mark the highest level of education you have completed.

High School Diploma or GEDSome CollegeAssociate DegreeBachelor's DegreeAdvanced DegreeNone of the above

If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N / A if this does not apply.

Do you have a current and valid driver's license?

YesNo

How many years of experience do you have in grant development and administration?

No experienceLess than three years of experienceThree to five years of experienceMore than five years of experience

Please describe your experience in grant development and administration. Enter N / A if this does not apply. "See resume" will not be accepted.

Do you have a current Grant Professional Certification?

YesNo

If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements : a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check and a credit check.

Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?

YesNo

Required Question