Grant Writer

MOS Code:
None

A Bachelor's degree or higher in Business or Public Administration, English, Marketing or a related field, and two (2) years of experience writing, developing or administering contracts or grants, including preparation of grant applications, contracts or similar documents.

Valid Texas class "C" driver's license or equivalent from another state.

Under general supervision, research, track opportunities, develop and submit grant or similar funding requests to private and governmental sources for City projects and programs.

Participate in planning and developing grant proposals or similar funding requests to obtain additional funding. Involves: review literature dealing with funds available from private, local, state and federal sources to determine whether requirements for applying for funds are met; confer with personnel affected by proposed programs to establish objectives and develop plans to implement, outline how funds are to be used, discuss program requirements and explain procedures necessary to obtain funding;

create and implement opportunities to involve potential corporate and foundation donors; participate in cooperative projects between the department and other organizations; meet with representatives of funding sources to work out final details of proposal. Ensure deadlines are met in providing information to obtain funding. Develop yearly database to track proposals, prepare schedules for timely submittals and preparation. Attend city boards and commissions meetings and stakeholder or other community meetings as it pertains to funding opportunities.

Write grant proposals and participate in monitoring programs and projects. Involves:
Monitor grants for compliance with City policies, procedures, Strategic Plan, budget and accounting maintenance and requirements of grantee. Manage all aspects of data entry into state mandated grant management system. Participate in development and maintenance of financial database management system, and analyze information archived and processed to assure quality. Compile and analyze data related to proposed projects; submit applications to funding agencies or foundations upon approval of City Council;

observe and evaluate program activities and recommend changes as appropriate; prepare or assist department personnel to prepare periodic reports to comply with grant requirements; manage grant budgets; authorize and initiate payments for services in accordance with contract provisions; maintain accurate records related to grant funded programs.

Perform other duties as required. Involves: substituting, if assigned, for coworkers during temporary absences by performing specified duties and responsibilities sufficient to maintain continuity to normal operations; research and prepare promotional or other program material; keep abreast of current developments in the field.

Note:

This is an unclassified contract position.

Note:

Applicants with foreign diplomas, transcripts, and degrees must have all documents translated and evaluated by an agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department.