Grant Writer

Salary : $62,636.00 Annually

Location : Augusta, GA

Job Type : Full Time Permanent

Job Number : 201203729

Department : ADMINISTRATOR

Opening Date : 01 / 16 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

DESCRIPTION

The principal function is to perform professional work involving grant writing, coordination and administration; sourcing funding for municipal programs and projects; and managing proposal preparation. Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with Augusta, GA policies and procedures, and federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Reports to the Administrator or other designated person and works with a variety of Augusta, Georgia employees involved in the grant acquisition process.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for finding funding opportunities for Augusta, Georgia. Writes and edits grant applications; Plans, organizes, researches, and manages grants administration for Augusta, Georgia; Monitors and evaluates information to determine compliance with prescribed standards and guidelines;
• Collects, analyzes, and reports data on the performance of program activities.
• Identifies future Augusta, Georgia program needs and identifies grant fundable opportunities to meet those needs; Researches grant-funding sources such as Federal, State and private entities;
• Develops and maintains Grants Manual Standard Operating Procedures Manual for the organization.
• Resolves procedural, operational, and other grant-related problems by working with departments and granting agencies to facilitate solutions;
• Works closely with user departments to ensure a proper handoff when funds have been approved for award and allocated; Provides technical assistance and guidance to all departments in grant preparation and submission if needed;
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Position Specific Responsibilities

Education : Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, business administration or related field.

Experience : Three (3) years of responsible experience in grant administration with at least one year occurring within a municipal setting preferred; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

OTHER

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES

Augusta-Richmond County's comprehensive benefit package includes :

Vacation

Holiday

Sick

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Pension

For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, please visit our website below :

The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to conclude if you meet the minimum qualifications and requirements for this position. Responses relating to your specific work experience and education MUST clearly reflect the requirements shown in the areas for work history and education on your application. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. Additional information may not be accepted after your application has been submitted. Do you accept these terms?

Are you a current employee of Augusta Richmond County?

To be eligible to apply for a posted position, a current employee must have performed competently for at least six (6) months in his / her current position. If you are a current employee of Augusta Richmond County, have you been in your current position at least six months?

If you are a current Augusta Richmond County employee, have you received a written reprimand, disciplinary probation, or suspension in the last twelve (12) months? (Informal warnings excluded)

Which of the following best describes your level of education? (Please note : Upon job offer, you will be required to provide proof of education. Be sure to have the appropriate documents readily available.)

Which of the following best describes your level of responsible experience in grant administration? (Please be sure work is evident on your application.)

Which of the following best describes your level of responsible grant administration experience within a municipal setting?

Required Question

Salary : $62,636