Grants Writer

City of Spokane • City of Spokane, WA

7d • Remote

About The Position

Writes, organizes, and submits applications for federal, state, local, and private grants awards to fund complex and varying Citywide projects and programs. Researches and identifies federal, state, local, and private funding sources that align with the goals and priorities of City projects and programs through databases, publications, and websites. Drafts and submits letters of intent and full grant proposals. Collects required components of grant applications, coordinates contributions of information or documents from stakeholders, and completes necessary forms. Reviews grant funding requirements with stakeholders prior to acceptance and advises stakeholders on compliance issues as grant funds are used. Advises and coordinates with City personnel on the award acceptance and budgeting processes. Develops and maintains process workflow for City personnel to request grant writing and research assistance. Maintains records of fund opportunities, applications submitted and accepted and commonly used data and verbiage for submissions or briefings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in English, business administration, or communications.
• Two years in grant writing with a record of successful completion of federal and non-federal grant application processes.
• Must possess valid state or federal photo identification, to be immediately maintained throughout employment.
• Valid state or federal photo identification is required to access federal grants portals.

Nice To Haves

• We may accept different combinations of education and experience.
• We welcome job seekers with relevant backgrounds to apply.

Responsibilities

• Writes, organizes, and submits applications for federal, state, local, and private grants awards to fund complex and varying Citywide projects and programs.
• Researches and identifies federal, state, local, and private funding sources that align with the goals and priorities of City projects and programs through databases, publications, and websites.
• Drafts and submits letters of intent and full grant proposals.
• Collects required components of grant applications, coordinates contributions of information or documents from stakeholders, and completes necessary forms.
• Reviews grant funding requirements with stakeholders prior to acceptance and advises stakeholders on compliance issues as grant funds are used.
• Advises and coordinates with City personnel on the award acceptance and budgeting processes.
• Develops and maintains process workflow for City personnel to request grant writing and research assistance.
• Maintains records of fund opportunities, applications submitted and accepted and commonly used data and verbiage for submissions or briefings.

What This Job Offers

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