Grants Associate

Houston Volunteer Lawyers (HVL) mobilizes volunteer attorneys to provide free civil legal services to low-income individuals and families. This includes issues such as family law, estate planning, landlord/tenant disputes, tax, consumer issues, bankruptcy matters, guardianship, and criminal expunctions. HVL also provides a variety of support to self-represented litigants who are navigating the legal system without legal representation. HVL is committed to access to justice, equity, and client-centered service delivery. Position Summary HVL seeks a full-time Grant Associate to support the management of HVL’s government, foundation, and corporate funded grant portfolio. This includes ensuring grant compliance, analyzing data, researching and applying for new funding opportunities, and other duties that support an efficient and effective grants management operation. Maintaining the integrity of grant stewardship from acceptance through reporting is a critical component of HVL’s organizational structure and reputation. The Grants Associate will work under the supervision of the Director of Grants and Special Projects and will work closely with the Executive Director and Finance and Accounting Manager. Primary Responsibilities Track dates and reporting requirements crucial to grant applications and compliance. Assist with monitoring grant compliance and eligibility, particularly in LegalServer, HVL’s case management system. Maintain grant eligibility summaries that allow staff to quickly understand specific restrictions and requirements. Help prepare monthly reports for management, funders, and the Board of Directors. Assist in developing dashboards and visuals to showcase data and metrics. Research and identify potential funding opportunities. Draft grant proposals, narratives, success stories, or other required documentation for grant applications and reporting. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Proficiency across major software platforms, including Microsoft Office and Excel Strong verbal and written communication skills Client-centered approach to presenting narratives surrounding underserved communities and their limited access to justice High attention to detail and organization, particularly in data entry, documentation, and record keeping Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative and follow through independently Collaborative team player with strong time-management skills when managing various deadlines Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of PowerBI or other data analysis tools Basic understanding of grant funding, regulations, and compliance Familiarity with LegalServer Experience in a legal aid, nonprofit, or volunteer-driven organization Salary: starting at $50,000/year to increase commensurate with experience and qualifications. Health, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents (100% of employee premium paid by HVL) 401(k) defined contribution retirement plan Flexible work schedules with a hybrid in office/work from home model Houston Volunteer Lawyers is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. HVL does not discriminate against any person based on actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, ability, gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or other characteristics protected by law. Applicants committed to justice and equality from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and identities, and in particular those from underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr