Grant Coordinator/Writer

Feather River Tribal Health, Inc. • Oroville, CA

2d • $35 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

The Grant Writer will identify, define, and develop funding sources to support existing and planned program activities as well as lead the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to federal, state, and private funding agencies. Coordinates the application process including planning, organization, preparation, writing and the administration of all the grants awarded to the agency. Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Executive Officer and grant project managers, interacts with partners and administrative staff to ensure the grant is compliant with regulatory funding agency, and policy requirements. Grant Coordinator will work with administrative staff and other department heads to find applicable grants, and in conjunction with administrative staff and department heads, will spearhead the application process. Monitors the grant objectives and goals of each FRTH grant to ensure compliance and reporting requirements are met in a timely manner. This position has a high level of independent judgment and must be able to multi-task.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Native American culture.
• Ability to develop and implement grants and other proposals.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to collect and analyze information, and to devise and develop statistical analyses and reports.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Database management skills.
• Ability to assist to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to conduct literature searches.
• Knowledge of budgeting and fiscal management principles and procedures.
• Demonstrate awareness, sensitivity and appreciation of Native American culture, traditions, customs and socioeconomic needs.
• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 5 years of experience working with grants, compliance and reporting requirements, and by experience that can be demonstrated to be applicable to the duties listed in the job description

Nice To Haves

• Experience with accounting principles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Executive Officer, the Grant Coordinator coordinates the planning and implementation of grant activities for each of the grants awarded to FRTH.
• Researches and identifies new government, corporate, foundation and private funding prospects to match Agency priorities.
• Helps grant project managers by assisting with implementation of grant requirements.
• Prepares and compiles grant submission information in conjunction with FRTH staff and grant partners, ensuring that the grant proposals and reports are formatted, reported, and submitted in accordance with granting agency requirements.
• Advises and/or assists as appropriate in the design, formatting and preparation of grant documentation, to include creation of computerized statistical summaries and/or graphics for grant and financial reporting.
• Develops and maintains specialized databases and systems for recording and tracking grant information and related statistical information; creates and distributes standard and special reports, studies, summaries, and analyses, as required.
• Develops and maintains a library of reference documentation, including such information as funding agency requirements and forms, partner profiles and curriculum vitae, abstracts and reference literature, and other pertinent material.
• Monitors and coordinates the administration of the FRTH grants to ensure that budgeting and administrative policies, procedures, and agency requirements are being followed; manages administrative issues and/or budget changes occurring during the awarded granting period.
• Maintains library of grant funding policies, regulations, and procedures related to each grant; disseminates and/or presents changes to project managers and participates in the implementation of changes required by the grants.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the Fiscal Department.
• At the time of hire, each employee will meet with their supervisor to set measurable goals and objectives that are a requirement for the position. These measurables will be monitored by the supervisor and reviewed during the introductory period. They will also be utilized in the annual performance evaluation. The measurables may change from year to year. The supervisor is responsible to notify the employee of any new measurables at the time of the performance review.
• Perform such duties and special projects as determined by the agency as required to carry out project’s goals and objectives.
• Learn and implement electronic health records functions as they continue to evolve related to grants.
• Attend staff trainings and meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Contributes to a safe educational and working environment by participating in all drills and training and being prepared to take action should a health or safety emergency occur.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Employer-paid medical coverage starting the month after hire for all tiers — Self, Self + One, and Self + Family
• Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid for employee-only coverage; additional family coverage available at a competitive rate
• 401(k) Plan: Available immediately upon hire with a 4% employer match
• Life Insurance: $20,000 employer-paid policy for full-time employees, with options to purchase additional coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation begins accruing on your first day — up to 80 hours annually
• Loan Repayment Assistance Available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED