Grant Writer jobs in Washington

Closing Date to Apply: June 26, 2024

Salary: $77,105.60- $118,770.08

Typically, selected candidates are hired at a salary rate between the minimum and midpoint of the range

Benefits: This link below will provide you with Grant PUD’s benefit that may be available if hired. Different employee types are eligible for different benefits.

Grant PUD — Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org)

Grant County PUD will administer a background check as part of the hiring process.

Position Summary

This position works closely with the Grant Program Manager to oversee developing and submitting public and private grant proposals, and ensuring projects transition smoothly from pre-award to post-award, including: identifying funding opportunities, conducting external research, and working collaboratively with internal and external personnel to develop and support projects and proposals that support the mission and goals of Grant PUD. This position demonstrates a high level of understanding and knowledge for federal loans and grant processes.

Responsibilities involve coordinating the Community Benefits Program and leading the writing and compliance tracking of all Community Benefits related plans, serving as the lead grant writer or writing liaison for all funding proposals.

Collaborates with District Financial Leaders and effectively assist in the development and coaching of Grants Analyst Staff.  The position requires expertise in private, state, and federal grant writing, excellent communication skills, and experience in needs assessment and budget development.

Works under the direction of the Grant Program Manager to identify and execute funding application and award management and closeout.

Essential Functions 

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

The Grant Writer will collaborate with the Grants Program Manager in the administration of all grant-related initiatives and activities, in coordination with other Grant PUD departments.  Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Pre-Award Responsibilities:

• Review potential grant opportunity details with the appropriate Department and Executives to determine if the opportunity fits and supports existing strategic program direction;
• Lead teams to write technical grant application content.
• Serve as the lead writer on all federal proposals and lead coordinator or writer on all private and state grant proposals; or fully support a contracted grant writer as their internal liaison.
• Guide staff in project development, including preparing documentation for internal review and approval processes;
• Assist the External Affairs Department build relationships with appropriate funding sources and serve as a primary point of contact with funders during the grant development process;
• Network with colleges, local unions, community organizations, business/industry partners and others to develop new partnerships that support Community Benefits Program goals.
• Develop or review all grant budgets, coordinating with External Funding Account as needed to ensure appropriate budget structure and employee classification/salary prior to submittal.
• Finalize and submit approved grant applications.

Award and Post-Award Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with Grants Analyst and Legal to ensure the timely review and completion of all grant agreements and award documents;
• Maintain grant submittal and award or rejection documentation in compliance with state and federal records retention policies;
• Coordinate with Grants Analyst and Facilitate a smooth transition from pre-award to post-award; including:
  1. Leading the initial project kick-off meeting with the grant project team, and appropriate Executive staff.
  2. Providing information and guidance as requested to Grant PUD staff involved in grant development and management;
  3. Assisting Grant Analyst with preparing all grant performance and financial reports; and
  4. Reviewing all grant performance and financial reports prior to submittal.

Other Responsibilities:

• Organize and track grant activity, including:
  1. Creating and maintaining records of all grants submitted;
  2. Preparing and submitting summary reports for grant administrators and Grant PUD administration; and
  3. Reviewing and assisting to maintain an up-to-date calendar to keep all applicable staff informed of upcoming grant deadlines.
• Attend training opportunities to remain proficient in grant development and award processes and stay informed of changing grant standards and proposal guidelines.
• Create and provide relevant grant trainings for Grant PUD staff.
• Assist the Grant Program Manager in updating and maintaining Grant PUD’s Grant Management Handbook and policies to ensure up-to-date information is available for and staff/
  • Participates in and facilitate work groups and
  • Provide interpretations and recommendations of External Funding requirements.
  • Assist in achieving accurate and reliable data and reports for budgeting and actual
  • Develops relationships across the enterprise to develop consistent data requests, reporting requirements and Develops professional and effective relationships at all levels of the organization.
  • Proactively participates in company-wide initiatives as requested.
  • Maintains a high level of confidentiality regarding personnel issues and sensitive operational
  • Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan, Grant PUD / IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations.
• Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Safety:

Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to:

1. Following all safety policies and
2. Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working
3. Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your
4. Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety
5. Ensures all safety-training is completed as requested as well as attending safety

Education and Experience

Required 

• Bachelor's degree from an institutionally accredited college or university;
• Experience in writing successful public or private grant applications; and
• Experience in project or program development and budgeting.
• Two (2) years of documented success in writing awarded federal grant proposals;

Preferred

• Master's degree from an institutionally accredited college or university;
• Experience in internet-based research skills and ability to synthesize research and data.

License and Certification 

Required

• A valid State driver’s

Preferred  

• Certificate in Grant Writing
• Project Management Professional Certification (PMP)

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Federal loans and grants processes and requirements.
• Skill in project management techniques and principals.
• Knowledge of SharePoint and Microsoft Project including the ability to create and interpret schedules.
• Strong Excell Skill and Skills in Microsoft 365 Suite.
• Ability to familiarize quickly with Grant PUD processes.
• Ability to deliver technical and non-technical presentations, and speak professionally and effectively before a wide range of audiences.
• Demonstrate a willingness to work with, and help others in completing job assignments, the ability to accept constructive criticism, and to cooperate with fellow employees and supervisors; demonstrate alignment with Grant PUD Values and Mission.
• Ability to monitor accuracy of own work; recognize and corrects errors; maintain accurate records; accomplish tasks thoroughly through concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small.
• Consistently focus on end results and find the most effective way to achieve goals and objectives; act on opportunities; take calculated risks; generate non-routine, non-traditional actions to overcome obstacles and achieve results.
• Cooperate and support change and new processes, acceptance and quality performance throughout change.
• Demonstrate and advocate an understanding of differences, open mindedness, compassion, sensitivity and interest in differing viewpoints given the diverse population.
• Accountable for own actions, decisions, errors, mistakes and/or failures to act when appropriate; accept responsibility when given, understand what duties employee is responsible for and can be counted upon to carry out those responsibilities.

Physical Requirements 

• Position may be eligible for hybrid work arrangement: ☒Yes ☐No

• Per Grant County PUD policy all employees are required to work at their designated headquarters at least two days per week.

• Majority of work is performed in a standard office
• Typical shift of employees in this position: ☒8 hours ☐9 hours ☐10 hours  ☐12 hours

For a full list of requirements, the applicant/incumbent should refer to the Physical Capacity Evaluation (PCE).

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas.