Community Funding Specialist

Title: 135 - Community Funding Specialist

Organization: 135 - Grant Management

Department: 135 - Grants Management

Location:
Grants and Community Development

Rate of Pay: $45,015.05

The Community Funding Specialist is responsible for collaborating with local non‑profit organizations, and City departments to identify funding opportunities and support them in developing and submitting grant proposals. This position will also ensure understanding and compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations throughout the grant lifecycle—from pre‑award application to post‑award reporting and closeout. This position oversees compliance monitoring, project evaluation, audit preparation, and progress reporting to support the effective management of grant‑funded projects for the City of Brownsville.

The specialist will work closely with project leads, grant writers, and the Finance Department to maintain proper documentation, ensure accurate reporting, and uphold adherence to funding requirements. This position reports directly to the Assistant Director of Grants within the Grants and Community Development Department.

• Effective Communication
• Time Management
• Writing Skills
• Research Skills
• Regulatory Knowledge
• Risk Management
• Ethical Practice
• Detail‑oriented
• Customer Service
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Analytical Skills

• Develop and write compelling grant applications and proposals for non‑profit initiatives, including narratives, budgets, and required attachments.
• Collaborate closely with non‑profit organizations and City departments to develop and write grant applications on their behalf, ensuring alignment with funder requirements, organizational goals, and programmatic needs.
• Monitor, track, and ensure compliance with all grant requirements, conditions, and deadlines across pre‑ and post‑award phases.
• Research and identify funding opportunities aligned with the organization’s mission and programmatic goals.
• Coordinate with program staff and leadership to gather information necessary for accurate and persuasive grant submissions.
• Ensure proposals meet all compliance criteria, including eligibility, program alignment, and documentation requirements.
• Collaborating with project leads to gather performance data and ensure funded activities align with grant objectives and funder expectations.
• Work with the Financial Services Department to ensure accurate budgeting, invoicing, and financial tracking in accordance with grant guidelines.
• Maintain comprehensive grant records, including applications, agreements, amendments, financial documentation, and reporting materials.
• Prepare and submit timely grant reports (monthly, quarterly, and annual) to funding agencies, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Oversee grant closeout procedures, including final reporting, outcome documentation, and financial reconciliation.
• Support grant‑related audits and site visits, ensuring readiness and full documentation compliance.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on grant compliance policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
• Monitor and communicate changes in federal, state, and local regulations affecting grants, advising internal stakeholders as needed.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with funders, partners, and key stakeholders to support future funding opportunities.
• Perform other grant‑related duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success and sustainability of non‑profit funding efforts.

Preferred bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, English, Political Science, Communications, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field and at least one‑two years of relevant experience in grant writing, grant compliance, or non‑profit program support; or high school diploma or GED and at least five years of progressively responsible experience in grant writing, compliance, or working with non‑profit organizations on funded initiatives.

Valid Texas Driver’s License.

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