Alabama Department of Education
GRANT WRITER
Alabama Department of Education, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35275
JOB TITLE:
Grant Writer
REPORTS TO:
Senior Executive Director of School Innovation
WORK DAYS:
12 Months (240 Days)
SALARY:
Classified Schedule 14-04 ($63,563 - $82,570)
LOCATION:
Central Office
FLSA Status:
EXEMPT
X
NON-EXEMPT
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The position is responsible for securing new funding opportunities through the development of proposals and grant applications, which support Birmingham City Schools' mission and strategic plan. This role includes overseeing any grant applications and submissions in the district. The position will locate appropriate grants for ongoing, current, or future projects and present this information to the appropriate administration. This includes, but is not limited to, researching, identifying, developing, recommending, monitoring, and responding to public and private grant opportunities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Conduct research to identify new public and private funding opportunities and program areas to match district priorities; analyze sources to determine possible funding for specific projects and programs.
• Work with multiple departments in the district to identify funding gaps and needs that could be satisfied with grant funding.
• Gather information from appropriate departments to ensure conceptual understanding of a program for which funding is sought.
• Locate appropriate grants for ongoing, current or future projects while working collaboratively with multiple departments and key leaders in the district.
• Research, recommend and write proposals and funding applications as directed.
• Write reports as required by local, state and federal government, foundations, and other funding/granting agencies.
• Maintain grant information in the appropriate database(s). Complies with all grant-reporting deadlines as required by grant organizations.
• Serve as liaison to all funding agencies or organizations; maintain contact with funding organization during review of submitted proposal or grant application to provide additional support.
• Maintain timelines for proposals and report back to funding sources in an accurate and timely manner. Monitor progress of funded proposals to ensure procedures are being followed.
• Present grant findings and options to district leaders and department supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with School Board policies and procedures regarding grants.
• Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in business or other related field; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the noted knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Two years grant writing experience, with emphasis on federal and state grant writing preferred.
• Must possess the ability to collect, organize, analyze and interpret budget information, provide budgetary projections and prepare accurate reports.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written direction of a technical nature, work independently under minimal guidance.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school
administrators and staff.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.Experience managing and/or implementing grant funded initiatives.
*
SUCH ALTERNATIVES TO THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS AS THE BOARD MAY REQUIRE. *
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Completed Application (HireTrue)
• Resume (uploaded to application)
• Three (3) returned References (HireTrue)
*PLEASE ENSURE ALL INFORMATION IS CURRENT WITHIN A 6 MONTH PERIOD*
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.
REVISED:
July 2024
Please Note:
All candidates must submit to a background check (https://www.aps.gemalto.com/al/index_adeNew.htm ). Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by Alabama State Department of Education. The Birmingham Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Birmingham Board of Education is required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the
United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.
Grant Writer
REPORTS TO:
Senior Executive Director of School Innovation
WORK DAYS:
12 Months (240 Days)
SALARY:
Classified Schedule 14-04 ($63,563 - $82,570)
LOCATION:
Central Office
FLSA Status:
EXEMPT
X
NON-EXEMPT
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The position is responsible for securing new funding opportunities through the development of proposals and grant applications, which support Birmingham City Schools' mission and strategic plan. This role includes overseeing any grant applications and submissions in the district. The position will locate appropriate grants for ongoing, current, or future projects and present this information to the appropriate administration. This includes, but is not limited to, researching, identifying, developing, recommending, monitoring, and responding to public and private grant opportunities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Conduct research to identify new public and private funding opportunities and program areas to match district priorities; analyze sources to determine possible funding for specific projects and programs.
• Work with multiple departments in the district to identify funding gaps and needs that could be satisfied with grant funding.
• Gather information from appropriate departments to ensure conceptual understanding of a program for which funding is sought.
• Locate appropriate grants for ongoing, current or future projects while working collaboratively with multiple departments and key leaders in the district.
• Research, recommend and write proposals and funding applications as directed.
• Write reports as required by local, state and federal government, foundations, and other funding/granting agencies.
• Maintain grant information in the appropriate database(s). Complies with all grant-reporting deadlines as required by grant organizations.
• Serve as liaison to all funding agencies or organizations; maintain contact with funding organization during review of submitted proposal or grant application to provide additional support.
• Maintain timelines for proposals and report back to funding sources in an accurate and timely manner. Monitor progress of funded proposals to ensure procedures are being followed.
• Present grant findings and options to district leaders and department supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with School Board policies and procedures regarding grants.
• Model nondiscriminatory practices in all activities.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in business or other related field; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the noted knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Two years grant writing experience, with emphasis on federal and state grant writing preferred.
• Must possess the ability to collect, organize, analyze and interpret budget information, provide budgetary projections and prepare accurate reports.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written direction of a technical nature, work independently under minimal guidance.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school
administrators and staff.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.Experience managing and/or implementing grant funded initiatives.
*
SUCH ALTERNATIVES TO THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS AS THE BOARD MAY REQUIRE. *
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Completed Application (HireTrue)
• Resume (uploaded to application)
• Three (3) returned References (HireTrue)
*PLEASE ENSURE ALL INFORMATION IS CURRENT WITHIN A 6 MONTH PERIOD*
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.
REVISED:
July 2024
Please Note:
All candidates must submit to a background check (https://www.aps.gemalto.com/al/index_adeNew.htm ). Employment is contingent upon candidate meeting suitability criteria as established by Alabama State Department of Education. The Birmingham Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Birmingham Board of Education is required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the
United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.