Private Grant Coordinator en Communities In Schools of Nevada

IT TAKES A COMMUNITY.

Our Story, Our Mission

Since its founding in 2004, Communities In Schools of Nevada has been driven by the belief that every child has unlimited potential but may not have access to equal opportunities to succeed. Our four regional affiliates work across four rural and urban school districts to provide over 99,999 Nevada students at 110 high poverty schools a one-on-one relationship with a caring adult and a safe place to learn and grow to break down whatever barriers may exist in their lives. With more than 120 + community partners, we coordinate resources and services — literally bringing Community into our Schools — to do whatever it takes in supporting the students we serve. CIS of Nevada is one of 29 state offices in a national network with 48 years of experience implementing our evidence-based solution for 1.7 million students. In 2023-2024, CIS of Nevada case managed students celebrated a K-12 promotion rate of 99% and our statewide high school graduation rate of 97%.

Job Purpose/Summary

The Private Grant Coordinator will be responsible for the research, writing, submission, and post-award management of grant awards under $50,000. This position will also provide reporting support and program support for special grant initiatives including documentation management and special reporting requirements.  

Duties and Responsibilities  

Grant Writing

• Write high-quality grant proposal narratives, applications, and supporting documents for grants under $50,000.
• Manage the proposal submission process to ensure timely submission of all required materials.
• Create and maintain calendar of annual grant reporting requirements and regulations, ensuring compliance through communication with related teams and individuals. 
• Coordinate, track and document the progress of submitted proposals. 

Grant Management

• Manage portfolio of grants $50,000 and under, with a total annual budget goal of $1 million for the private grant position. 
• Provide significant support with producing a variety of programmatic and fiscal grant reports, ensuring that all reports are complete, accurate and delivered in a timely manner. 
• Provide program level support for private grants including clearly communicating timelines, requirements, spend-down plans and overall grant management needs. This will also include training and technical assistance for site coordinators and program monitoring.

Grant Prospecting 

• Research and maintain a prospect list and grants submission calendar for grants $50,000 and under. 
• Support in prospect research to identify, cultivate and solicit new grants. Assist with researching grant-making organizations research and fit analysis to identify likely funding sources for specific projects and programs. 
• Demonstrate impeccable verbal and written communication skills across a wide audience of stakeholders. 

Other

• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications and Competencies

Qualifications include:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent, required. Bachelor’s degree preferred, a combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position will be considered.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience with grant writing, grant management, or related field required.
• A high level of computer literacy required including familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel. 
• Proficiency in Canva, Planner, Box, and/or NetSuite, preferred. 
• Proven track record of achieving revenue targets and/or a quota.

Competencies include:

• Candidates must possess an ability to work well under pressure and the ability to seek and synthesize information and communicate in a compelling and succinct form. 
• Excellent research, organizational, and communications skills with demonstrated ability to write clearly and persuasively.
• Ability to communicate and follow effectively in both written and verbal form.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Adaptability, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and juggle multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
• Sensitivity to needs of youth and diverse ethnic populations.

 Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work environment is indoors and climate controlled. May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• Moderate noise levels as found in a business office and classroom setting.
• Occasional travel required.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check, possible fingerprinting, and drug screen.
• Use of own automobile.

*Please include a cover letter with the resume to be considered for the Private Grants Coordinator position.