Service-Oriented Grants Writer Wanted

Monroe County’s Grants office is seeking a motivated, people-oriented writer with a passion for serving the community. Our Grants Writer will prepare grant proposals for a wide variety of public service programs in the areas of social services, criminal justice, government service, and more. The Grants Writer is responsible for coordinating with a variety of departments and agencies to determine their needs, researching available grants, preparing and compiling data required for grant proposals and applications, and ensuring grant proposals are written, formatted, packaged, and submitted accurately and in accordance with granting agency requirements.

The ideal candidate will be computer savvy, especially as relates to MS Word and Excel, and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and a minimum of an Associate’s Degree (Bachelor’s preferred) in Communications, Community Planning, English, Public Administration, or another related field. Two years of grant writing experience is preferred, however, we are willing to train the right person. Recent college graduates are encouraged to apply.

Monroe County offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, a pension plan, and 14 holidays annually in addition to other benefits.

To complete an application and review a full job description, please visit https://www.monroecountypa.gov/departments/human-resources/resources/employment-opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.67 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Grant writing: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23