Grants Specialist na City of Roswell

City of Roswell, Georgia

JOB DESCRIPTION
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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Grants Coordinator

Department: Public Sector
FLSA Status: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for managing and coordinating the grant application process, researching and identifying available funding opportunities, developing grant proposals, and working closely with a private grant writing firm. The coordinator collaborates with different departments within the organization to ensure proposals align with the organization's goals and objectives. The coordinator will work the CFO and the Office of the Mayor to ensure strategic alignment between grant solicitation and city strategic priorities.

As a Grants Coordinator, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate grant records, monitoring and reporting the grant status, and ensuring compliance with federal and state guidelines. federal and state  and guidelines. You will work with program managers to develop budgets and track grant expenditures. Your communication skills will be essential for maintaining relationships with funding agencies and stakeholders.

A successful Grants Coordinator should possess strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail, an analytical mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively are also essential for this position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Research and identify potential grants for the organization

• Develop and write grant proposals that align with the organization's mission and goals

• Work with team members to gather necessary information, data, and budgets for grant proposals

• Work in partnership with outside federal grant writers to leverage funding opportunities and lobby federal grants as necessary

• Work in partnership with state-based private grant writing firm, including lobbying activities as necessary

• Submit grant applications in a timely manner and track progress of applications

• Communicate with grant providers and follow up on grant proposals

• Develop and maintain relationships with grant providers and other funding organizations

• Work with the executive finance team to manage grant budgets and ensure compliance with grant requirements

• Maintain accurate records of grants and assist with grant reporting requirements

• Responsible for working with departments and finance team on grant audits

• Keep up-to-date with changing grant guidelines and regulations

• Work with Senior Leadership to organize an annual grant priority strategy session

• Assist with other fundraising efforts and events as needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:
A bachelor's degree in a related field like finance, public administration, or business is required. Additional certifications or training in grant management, project management, or budgeting can also be helpful. On the experience side, you should have at least 2-4 years of experience in grants management, budget management, or project management. Experience with Community Development Block Grant process is a significant plus. Experience with government agencies or non-profit organizations is a plus.

Licenses or Certifications:
None

Special Requirements:
None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Research and identification of grants

• Proposal writing and grant application process knowledge

• Ability to track, monitor, and report on grants

• Knowledge of compliance with federal and state guidelines

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication skills for maintaining relationships with funding agencies and stakeholders

• Ability to collaborate across departments and with external firms

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is sedentary to light which requires the ability to exert light physical effort, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station. Tasks also require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

The City has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

The City of Roswell, Georgia commits to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees, complying with local, state and federal laws. The City’s policy is to employ qualified persons without discrimination regarding race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, country of national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political affiliation, ethnicity, or status in any other group protected by federal/state/local law.