Senior Grants Specialist / Federal Grant Writer / Grant Writing

Role Description

Looking for an experienced Federal Grant Writer to draft, edit, and review grant applications with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and adherence to guidelines. Must also have the ability to conduct thorough research to identify federal grant opportunities that align with the organization's objectives and initiatives.

If you are an independent, detail-oriented, and proactive professional with a successful track record in federal grant writing, we invite you to apply. Join our team and contribute to our mission by securing funding for impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in federal grant writing with demonstrated success in securing grant awards.
• Independent, detail-oriented, and proactive professional with a successful track record in federal grant writing and research.
• Strong analytical and deductive reasoning abilities, coupled with a proactive problem-solving mindset.
• Exceptional attention to detail, execution, and follow-through.
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of tasks, displaying a high level of independence.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in written and verbal communication, with a keen grasp of English grammar and formatting.
• Strong project management skills, multitasking abilities, and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Aptitude for automating workflows, documenting processes, and continuously improving procedures.
• Demonstrated sense of accountability and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Strong organizational skills and a meticulous approach to project management.
• Experience with multiple technology and software platforms, including, but not limited to:
• Microsoft 365 applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint
• Virtual meeting platforms (Teams, Zoom)
• Dropbox & Google Docs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in English or related field preferred but not required (advanced degrees preferred).
• Minimum 5-7 years of grant writing experience required, including writing and submitting funded Federal grants.
• GPC preferred, but not required.

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.
• Up to 80 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) each calendar year, accrued at 3.33 hours per pay period, for FT Employees.
• Up to 40 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) each calendar year, accrued at 1.67 hours per pay period, 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.