Grant Writer

City of Weslaco • Weslaco, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Grant Writer is responsible for researching, preparing, and submitting grant proposals that align with the City Commission's strategic vision goals. This position reports directly to City Manager's Office. Essential Job Functions Identifies new discretionary grant opportunities and works collaboratively with City Departments in the formulation and submission of grant proposals. Administers and manages grants throughout the entire grants lifecycle, from the pre-award to the post-award phase. Conducts thorough research to identify potential funding sources in support of the City's strategic vision goals. Plans and develops written grant proposals and supporting documentation identifying needs, objectives, methodologies, personnel, budget, monitoring capacity, and evaluation criteria, as required by grantor agencies. Monitors approved grants and grant activities, tracks program progress, and expenditures, and ensures compliance with applicable rules and regulations of grantor agencies. Develops needs assessment of existing problems or shortfalls within a given area or municipal function. Develops extensive library of potential grant sources in each area of municipal operations. Maintain regular and prompt attendance, physically present to work. Performs other similar or related duties as assigned by City Manager. Employee may be required to work beyond normal business hours at night and/or on weekends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university.
• High School diploma; or equivalent (GED).
• Up to three (3) to five (5) years of related work experience.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver License and be insurable.
• Applicant must pass pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen at City's expense.
• Must successfully complete Emergency Management and Incident Command Training within first three months of hire date.
• Knowledge of grant writing and management, both pre-award and post-award phases.
• Knowledge of goals, objectives, and operations of City of Weslaco.
• Knowledge of municipal financial practices regarding revenues and purchasing.
• Knowledge of excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to write accurate and compelling grant proposals.
• Ability to multitask and perform under deadlines and changing schedules.
• Ability to perform work with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city officials, staff, and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identifies new discretionary grant opportunities and works collaboratively with City Departments in the formulation and submission of grant proposals.
• Administers and manages grants throughout the entire grants lifecycle, from the pre-award to the post-award phase.
• Conducts thorough research to identify potential funding sources in support of the City's strategic vision goals.
• Plans and develops written grant proposals and supporting documentation identifying needs, objectives, methodologies, personnel, budget, monitoring capacity, and evaluation criteria, as required by grantor agencies.
• Monitors approved grants and grant activities, tracks program progress, and expenditures, and ensures compliance with applicable rules and regulations of grantor agencies.
• Develops needs assessment of existing problems or shortfalls within a given area or municipal function.
• Develops extensive library of potential grant sources in each area of municipal operations.
• Maintain regular and prompt attendance, physically present to work.
• Performs other similar or related duties as assigned by City Manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level