Junior Grant Specialist

Kim Joyce & Associates LLC•Scottsdale, AZ

1d•$40,000 - $48,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Working in a team-based environment, Junior Grant Specialists are responsible for researching and completing grant applications and researching grant funder opportunities. This position includes functions including, but not limited to project management, basic prospect research, and proposal development. These tasks are completed using the KJA internal process.

Requirements

Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
Strong knowledge of computer programs, software, and online document sharing programs.
Strong desire to learn.
Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Strong knowledge of online grant application portals (foundation, corporate, and government).
Ability to communicate and discuss, in writing and verbally, in a clear, concise, well organized manner.
Critical thinking, stellar work ethic, and organizational skills are a must.
Become quickly proficient in Asana or other project management software and grant database management programs (GrantHub).
Experience with multiple technology and software platforms, including, but not limited to:
Microsoft 365 applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, SharePoint
Virtual meeting platforms (Teams, Zoom)
Google Docs
At least 1 year of experience in grant-seeking, grant research, and grant writing, and/or proof of completed grant writing courses.
Bachelor’s Degree in English or related field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Work with Grants Specialists, Senior Grants Specialists, and the Team Coordinator.
Complete grant applications as assigned.
Research grant funder opportunities.
Serve as a recorder and support client facilitators with weekly tasks to implement the client’s grant calendar.
Become quickly proficient in the technology used by the Company to report and track client information, manage projects and workflow, and all communication channels.
Meet expected standards of excellence, accuracy, and timeliness in all work produced.
Organize your work to ensure all required deadlines are met.

Benefits

Minimum of 40 hours of Paid Sick Time (PST), based on state of residency, frontloaded and available for use at the beginning of each calendar year. New employees starting during the year will receive a pro-rated amount of PST hours based on their start date.
Up to 80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) each calendar year, accrued at 3.33 hours per payperiod, for FT Employees.
Up to 40 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) each calendar year, accrued at 1.67 hours per payperiod, for PT Employees.
80 hours of Paid Vacation Time after one year of continuous employment, frontloaded on work anniversary date for FT employees. (PT = 20 hours.)
120 hours of Paid Vacation Time, frontloaded on the work anniversary date, after your 5th year of continuous employment for FT employees. (PT remains 20 hours.)
9 Paid Holidays each calendar year.
401K plan with matching up to 4% with immediate vesting. Eligible after 1 year and 1,000 hours.
$50,000 in Employer Paid Group Life and AD&D Insurance.
Employer paid Virtual On-Demand Counseling and Virtual Urgent Care through Recuro Health.
Group Health Insurance with multiple choices available. Employer pays a portion of premium. Open to all W2 employees who work 30+ hours per week. Option to open HSA when enrolled in compatible health plan.
Voluntary Group Dental & Vision Plans available.
Additional Voluntary Supplemental Plans available: Term Life Insurance, Whole Life Insurance with a Long-Term Care Rider, Accident Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Gap Insurance, Hospital Confinement Insurance, and Beyond Med health and wellness discount plan.
Professional Development opportunities. Company will pay for certifications and other continuing education.