Grant Writer

Title: Grant Writer

Organization: Grant Management

Department: Grants Management

Location: Grants and Community Development

Rate of Pay: 45,015.05

Job Summary

The Grant Writer is responsible to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This position is responsible for compliance monitoring, project evaluation, preparing for audits, preparing project budgets, project plans, and reporting on progress and improvement of work for the Grants and Community Development Department. The position is also responsible for providing technical support, managing and assisting in supervising the daily operations of all grant programming to ensure its operation meets federal, state, and local standards and regulations. This position reports directly to the Assistant Director of Grants of the Grants and Community Development Department.

Competencies

Effective Communication
Time Management
Writing Skills
Research Skills
Ethical Practice
Detail-oriented
Customer Service
Problem Solving
Project Management
Analytical Skills

Key Functions/Knowledge/Skills

• Analyze and evaluate policies, practices, systems, and procedures of grant functions and associated support services that depend on grant funding to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
• Compete for or solicit funding from Federal, State or other sources by providing guidance to the department for all requests for proposals (RFP's) and developing grant applications to fund programs.
• Assist in responsibilities for day-to-day operations involving pre- and post- award grant functions and ensure compliance with appropriate Federal, State, and Local grant rules and regulations.
• Meet critical requirements and deadlines and coordinate submittal of required documents to grantors, including but not limited to grant writing functions such as project scopes, narratives, budgets, and timelines.
• Represents the City and the department by acting as a liaison between the external partners, and funders to ensure that grant applications and awards satisfy all legal, liability, and capacity considerations.
• Always maintain grant documentation for audits and store as required by regulations of governing agencies.
• Update and maintain the grant management database to incorporate new and awarded, ongoing projects.
• Prepare routine and recurring reports such as reimbursement and progress reports, and special reports as required.
• Study and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs and financial needs of the organization.
• Research grant opportunities from government and non-government agencies.
• Maintain positive relationships with fund providers and other stakeholders.
• Performs related tasks as necessary.

Minimum Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree plus one year of experience, or high school graduation or GED plus five years of experience.

Special Certifications & Licenses

Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Independence & Judgement

Receives instructions as to work results to be attained; responsible for recognizing moderately complex problems and taking responsibility for resolving them; refers very complex problems to supervisor; otherwise just reports on problem and solution after the fact; results monitored for soundness and judgment.

Initiative & Ingenuity

General guidelines: occasionally requires interpretation of available options to apply to non-standard situations; day-to-day work drives priorities.

Supervisory & Responsibility

Does not supervise.

Financial Responsibility

Does not deal with money.

Level & Frequency of Outside Contact

Frequent contact with the public or other organizations; interactions may require obtaining cooperation of people; courtesy and tact are required when dealing with moderately difficult or sensitive issues.

Physical Demands

Office job with little or occasional light physical effort.

Responsibility for Equipment & Property

Responsible for use of equipment/property such as office equipment, supplies, etc., which are used in office.

Working Conditions

Office job, no adverse conditions.

Other Requirements

The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol examination and a Background Check.

ADA Requirements

The City of Brownsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

Benefits

The City of Brownsville offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support its employees' well-being and future. Employees participate in a robust retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.

The City provides exceptional health benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families, along with vision coverage for employees enrolled in health insurance through MetLife. Employees and their dependents can also access care at Frontier Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan. Additionally, pet insurance is available as a voluntary benefit.

Employees have access to deferred compensation plans through Equitable and supplemental insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life. Full-time employees accrue 10 sick days and 15 vacation days annually.
The City offers parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees, longevity pay, and 100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually. Furthermore, Brownsville observes 14 holidays per year, plus two floating holidays, giving employees a balanced and rewarding work-life experience.

Starting in fiscal year 2025, employees will have access to flexible scheduling options as part of our commitment to work-life balance.

EEOC Statements

The City of Brownsville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.