Grant Writer

Job Description

WAGE: $30.32 - DOE/DOQ

DEPARTMENT: Weber-Morgan Health Department

PERSONNEL STATUS: Full Time Grant Funded

BENEFITS: Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, 401k match, Sick/Vacation, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness

Position is limited funding / limited time, subject to Weber-Morgan Health department grant funding.

Continued employment is not guaranteed after the current funding time period.

JOB OVERVIEW:

Under the general guidance and direction of the Health Officer/Executive Director or their designee, this position is responsible for researching, writing, and managing grant proposals to secure funding for health programs and initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in writing, a passion for public health, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders to enhance community health outcomes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Identify potential funding sources, including government agencies, private foundations, and corporate sponsors.

Stay informed about new funding opportunities and trends in public health.

Write, edit, and submit grant proposals, ensuring they are clear, compelling, and aligned with the goals and requirements of the funding organizations.

Develop detailed budgets and supporting documents as needed.

Track and manage grant deadlines, reporting requirements, and compliance issues.

Coordinate with department or program staff to gather necessary information for reports and ensure timely submission.

Work closely with department leadership, program managers, and other staff to gather information, understand program needs, and align grant proposals with departmental goals.

Develop and implement systems for tracking grant-funded projects and evaluating their outcomes.

Prepare and present progress reports to funding organizations and internal stakeholders.

Maintain organized records of grant proposals, contracts, and communications.

Prepare detailed reports on grant activities and outcomes for internal review and external stakeholders.

Utilize historical data from previous grant proposals to improve future outcomes.

Provide training and support to staff on grant writing best practices and funding strategies.

Assist in developing strategies to diversify funding sources and enhance grant-seeking capabilities.

Other duties as assigned.

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this class.

Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in English, Communications, Public Health, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.

Master's Degree preferred.

Certification in grant writing is a plus.

Experience: At least two (2) years in grant writing or a related field, and a proven...