Grant Development Specialist

SmithGroup • Ann Arbor, MI

404d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Grant Development Specialist at SmithGroup will play a crucial role in enhancing the firm's ability to secure funding through grants. This position involves collaborating with various project teams to develop a comprehensive grants strategy, conducting research to identify funding opportunities, and managing the grant submission process. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in grant writing and a passion for supporting innovative design solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional or academic experience in grant writing.
• Proven track record of successful grant pursuits.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills with proficiency in grant proposal management, project management, and experience with grant databases.
• Outstanding teamwork and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Work with project teams across SmithGroup's diverse disciplines, offices, and markets to position the firm to successfully pursue grant opportunities.
• Collaborate as an integral member of the Research Operations team to develop a long-term grants strategy.
• Collaborate on the design and development of a grant tracking tool to inform workflows and decision making for pursuing grant opportunities.
• Conduct systematic research to identify and understand new funding opportunities across foundations, government agencies, and other funding entities.
• Work closely with proposal teams to communicate and coordinate a strategic and effective submission process, from initial drafts to final submission.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships, acting as a liaison between funding agencies and project teams.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Hybrid work environment
• 401(k)
• Parental leave
• Wellbeing resources
• PTO immediately available to new hires
• 15 extra Fridays off on top of holidays
• One-on-one career coaching
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree