Government Grants Manager na Twin Cities R!SE

Description

 ABOUT TWIN CITIES R!SE

Twin Cities R!SE is a nonprofit 501(c)3 whose mission is to transform the lives of those impacted by racial or socio-economic barriers through Personal Empowerment, career training, and meaningful employment. Our vision is a community where all individuals, especially people of color, have attained financial independence through employment success. 

Our 8-week career training programs provide participants with the skills needed to be successful on any job. Our training focuses on individual development, Personal Empowerment, Career Training, and the 21st Century Skills that today’s employers are looking for. Graduates of this program typically double or triple their annual income. Our career coaches help participants develop a career plan while providing them with the resources and placement connections needed to achieve their goals. 

Employers hire TCR graduates because they value that TCR graduates apply their Personal Empowerment skills leading to accountability, responsibility, conflict resolution, positive interaction, attendance and long-term change. They also know TCR graduates receive continued coaching services through the end of the first year of employment and that over 70% of TCR graduates stay at their job 1+ years, well above the general average.

Our Personal Empowerment Training curriculum that provides transformative Emotional Intelligence Training has been designed by The Empowerment Institute at Twin Cities R!SE. Not only do our TCR program participants benefit from this training, The Empowerment Institute partners with businesses, schools, universities, and nonprofits to help them create their own empowered cultures within these organizations.

JOB PURPOSE

The Government Grants Manager is a member of TCR’s development team and will play a key role in our fundraising and relationship building efforts to sustain and grow our impact in empowering and employing MN’s diverse workforce. This role will focus on city, county and state grants. The position would participate with leadership in assessing whether to pursue Federal grants in future years, with no imminent plans to do so. Key duties include: completing government grant proposals, maintaining grant records, and effectively utilizing Salesforce to track and report on funder relationships and fundraising goals.

DEPARTMENT: Development

LOCATION: Minneapolis

REPORT TO: Director of Development

POSITION STATUS: Part-time (30 hours/week)

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee government grants management including city, county, and state grant funding.
• Research, write, and submit compelling grant applications, LOIs, and other funding requests, discussing with leadership on which grants to pursue on a regular basis.
• Review grant guidelines, assess eligibility, and determine feasibility of prospective grants in collaboration with cross-functional delivery and operational teams.
• Maintain grant records and complete all reports as required on financial and programmatic outcomes and projections.
• Monitor grant compliance and adherence including collaboration with internal stakeholders on audit prep and monitoring.
• Monitor Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) workforce dashboard/TCR report card and maintain meaningful relationships with government officials and grant contacts.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure DEED grant-funded programs are executed efficiently, on schedule, and in compliance with all regulations.
• Act as a primary contact for government contacts through email, phone meetings and site visits.
• Attend informational, grants training and networking meetings and events put on by government entities.
• Create and implement a process to enter, access and report on grant data in Salesforce in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with finance and program staff on narratives, initiatives, budgets, and reporting.
• Write grant narratives in partnership with the Corporate and Foundation Relations Manager.
• Collaborate with the Marketing/Communications team to produce fundraising materials.
• Provide excellent customer service to all funders, prospective funders, and volunteers. 

SUPERVISIORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A. This position does not provide supervision to any staff. 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• $50,000 to $60,000 annual salary, depending on qualifications.
• Health, Dental, Vision, employer paid Life and AD&D, employer paid Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution, Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care FSA, Limited FSA, 403(b) Retirement Savings account with employer match. First Stop Health telemedicine, Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid-Time Off (19 days in first year), Floating Holiday, 10 paid company holidays.

Requirements

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of fundraising and grant writing experience, with an emphasis on government grants.
• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, Business, or a related field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Excellent time and project management skills. 
• Strong oral and written communications skills to convey the mission of TCR.
• Knowledge of principles, methods, and best practices in city, county, and state government grants management.
• Knowledge of grant proposal requirements and standards, as well as availability of city, county, and state government funding sources.
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to achieve results both individually and with others. 
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a team. 
• Ability to manage priorities to ensure work is completed in a timely and productive manner. 
• Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively in oral and written communication on an interpersonal or group level, including effective listening and relationship building skills. 
• Ability to work with a positive outlook in a changing environment, quickly adjusting key priorities in response to the ever-changing dynamics of the organization. 
• High degree of confidentiality, diplomacy, discretion, and tact. 
• Knowledge of and ability to use computer and other technical resources to effectively accomplish work. 
• Ability to effectively resolve a variety of problems and concerns within the scope of the organization’s policies, practices and procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to use a PC/laptop, requiring repetitive motion of fingers, hands, and wrists. 
• Required to occasionally move about in an office environment to access file cabinets, printers, etc., and remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Ability to move about in the community.
• Ability to lift light materials and equipment in the typical office environment (up to 15 pounds).
• Ability to be on video call for all meetings. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work schedule: Occasional evenings and/or weekends will be required (workweek will be adjusted accordingly).
• Travel requirements: Position will be expected to travel throughout the Twin Cities metro area to attend meetings and other events. 
• Must have access to a personal vehicle. Must have a valid, current driver’s license and proof of valid insurance.
• Location/structure of work: Position is hybrid; employee will be expected to work in the TCR office weekly. 

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted online, via the Careers page on the TCR website. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected]. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the employee in this position. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Twin Cities R!SE is committed to hiring and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that leverages the skills and talents of all employees in our organization, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, familial status, genetic information, or any other protected status. We encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds such as these to apply for this position.