Grants Specialist

Key Responsibilities Grant Research & Opportunity Identification

• Monitor federal, state, and private funding opportunities relevant to municipal operations, infrastructure, public safety, community development, sustainability, and other local priorities.
• Conduct proactive research to match municipal needs with available funding sources.
• Maintain a pipeline of upcoming grant opportunities and deadlines.
• Lead the development of grant proposals, including narrative writing, budget preparation, and required documentation.
• Collaborate with municipal departments to gather data, define project scopes, and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Ensure all applications meet eligibility requirements and comply with funder guidelines.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for funders throughout the grant lifecycle.
• Oversee post‑award requirements, including contract execution, budget tracking, procurement compliance, and documentation.
• Maintain accurate and organized grant files for audit readiness.

• Prepare and submit required progress reports, financial reports, reimbursement requests, and closeout documentation.
• Track project performance metrics and outcomes to demonstrate impact and support future applications.

• Proven experience in grant writing, preferably for government or nonprofit organizations.
• Strong understanding of U.S. federal and state grant systems (e.g., FEMA, DOT, EPA, USDA, CDBG, SAM.gov, Grants.gov).
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Experience with grant budgeting and basic financial tracking.

• Experience working directly with municipalities or public-sector agencies.
• Knowledge of municipal budgeting, procurement, and project management processes.
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, communications, planning, or a related field.

McMahon Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer