What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grant Writer position at Board Office?
BASIC FUNCTION:
Asserts leadership in the development of grants written in order to supplement the normal income sources of the school district and provide funding for identified school district priorities.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
- Developing and submitting proposals for external funds for the district.
- Serving as liaison for school staffs requesting grant writing assistance.
- Collaborating with outside agencies to develop proposals for funding.
- Providing staff development for schools in the area of grant writing.
- Identifying and disseminating grant information to schools.
- Maintains regular attendance.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Grant writing skills
- Public speaking techniques
- Short and long-range planning techniques applicable to grant writing
- Record-keeping techniques
- Oral and written communication skills
- Research methods and report writing techniques
- Laws, rules, and regulations related to assigned program and activities
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
ABILITY TO:
- Budget management skills
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Prepare and deliver oral presentations
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
- Maintain records and prepare reports
- Compile and verify data and prepare reports
- Prioritize and schedule work
- Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements, and restrictions
- Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field
- Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
- Meet schedules and time lines
- Plan and organize work
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: bachelor's degree in writing, business, or a related field and three years professional experience in the education field and/or area of assignment.