Loan/Grant Facilitator
About The Position
Farnsworth Group is seeking a Loan/Grant Facilitator to join their Civil Engineering Section. This section provides design services to municipalities for infrastructure projects related to water, wastewater, parks, streets, and sidewalk/trail improvements. The role will focus on leading the process of securing and administering the State Revolving Loan program for municipal projects. Additionally, the position will support the identification and application for grants relevant to local government units, public entities, and non-profit groups. Loans and grants may be pursued through Federal and State Governments, including agencies like IEPA, US Corp of Engineers, DCEO, IDOT, IDNR, and state and federal legislatures.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, nonprofit management, or related fields
- Must be an independent worker with excellent organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills with external clients and internal departments required
Nice To Haves
- Applicable experience related to administration of government funded grants and/or loans is preferred but not required
- Experience with the process for IEPA State Revolving Loan Program preferred
- Experience presenting grant applications in front of municipal boards and councils preferred
Responsibilities
- Administration and completion of loans/grants and IEPA State Revolving Loans
- Technical writing working with Engineers on the technical aspect of the application
- Client interaction to secure necessary information and approvals
- Compiling of technical and administrative documents for the application
- Working with Agencies and internal staff to submit timely, complete and competitive applications
- Assist in the monitoring of loan and grant status timelines
- Close out of loans/grants
- Documentation of the application process and lessons learned to be used for future grant opportunities to share with the team
- Screening projects to match needs with funding opportunities
Benefits
- 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Professional Development and Training
- Mentoring Program
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
- Pet Insurance Plan
- Hybrid Work Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
