City of Hampton, VA
Grant Writer
City of Hampton, VA, Hampton, Virginia, United States, 23661
Salary :
$62,646.00 - $68,911.00 Annually
Location :
Hampton, VA
Job Type:
Full-Time Permanent
Job Number:
08221
Department:
POLICE
Opening Date:
08/09/2024
Closing Date:
9/1/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Function
The City of Hampton is seeking a skilled and experienced Grant Writer to join our team. This position is responsible for identifying, applying for, and securing local, state, federal, corporate, and foundation grants to support the City's programs and initiatives. The Grant Writer will manage and oversee the entire grant application process, from initial research to final approval and contract management.
Key Responsibilities
Plans the grant application, approval and contract processes for the Police Division, E911, and HART (Hampton Animal Response Team.)Performs administrative functions related to grant implementation and contracts.Researches legislative announcements, publications, registers, directives, and other research methodologies to identify available grant opportunities.Reviews grant conditions and grant awards, ensuring that all grant requirements are addressed prior to grant acceptance.Researches and interprets the Code for Federal Regulations, OMB Circulars, federal handbooks, and foundation requirements for applicability to Division's grant programs.Develops, formulates and implements grant related policies, guidelines and procedures to ensure program compliance.Develops reporting systems to assure the Division's ability to meet grant reporting requirements.Performs programmatic and grant effectiveness performance assessments.Performs other related duties as requiredMinimum Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's Degree in English or related field. Minimum of three (3) years' experience in preparation of federal and state grant proposals. Experience with a government agency is preferred.Demonstrated excellence in writing and editing.Highly organized and detail oriented, with strong analytical skills.Ability to work as a member of a team and independently.Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.Additional Requirements
Requires effective communication with internal and external customers.May require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include evenings and weekends.The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
Benefits Overview
The following plans are available the first of the month following one full calendar month of employment:-Health insurance-Dental insurance-Vision insurance-Reimbursement accountsHealth insurance offered through Optima Health (1-800-229-1199). For more information on the provider network and pharmacies, see theThe vision plan is offered through EyeMed Vision Care. For more information, see theThree dental plans are offered through Delta Dental (Delta Care, Delta Dental PPO, and Delta Dental PPO Plus) 1-800-237-6060. For more information, see the
Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
The eleven paid holidays each year include:New Year's DayMartin Luther King, Jr. DayPresident's DayMemorial DayJuneteenth DayIndependence DayLabor DayVeterans' DayThanksgiving DayChristmas DayEmployee's birthday
A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the
Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.
Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see theTraining and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or
Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.
Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.
01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education in English or a related field?
High school graduate or GED completedSome CollegeAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree or higher
02
Which of the following best describes your experience in preparation of federal and state grant proposals?
No experienceLess than a year of experience1-2 years of experience3-4 years of experience5 or more years of experience
03
Has your related previous work experience been with a government agency?
YesNo
04
I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
YesNo
05
I understand that this position is exempt.
YesNo
06
I understand that this position may require working beyond a standard 40 hour work week to include evenings and weekends.
YesNo
07
to download the 11-page background questionnaire . I understand I must hand deliver or email to recruiting@hampton.gov the questionnaire to the Recruiting Unit located at 300 Butler Farm Rd. Hampton, VA 23666 when I report to attend the information assembly. Applicants must complete waiver forms to proceed to the next phase of the process. The waiver forms will be distributed to the applicants on the day they turn in the questionnaires. Please contact Recruiting with questions at 757- 915-6780. Afterwards, you may use your back browser button to return to this page.
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$62,646.00 - $68,911.00 Annually
Location :
Hampton, VA
Job Type:
Full-Time Permanent
Job Number:
08221
Department:
POLICE
Opening Date:
08/09/2024
Closing Date:
9/1/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Function
The City of Hampton is seeking a skilled and experienced Grant Writer to join our team. This position is responsible for identifying, applying for, and securing local, state, federal, corporate, and foundation grants to support the City's programs and initiatives. The Grant Writer will manage and oversee the entire grant application process, from initial research to final approval and contract management.
Key Responsibilities
Plans the grant application, approval and contract processes for the Police Division, E911, and HART (Hampton Animal Response Team.)Performs administrative functions related to grant implementation and contracts.Researches legislative announcements, publications, registers, directives, and other research methodologies to identify available grant opportunities.Reviews grant conditions and grant awards, ensuring that all grant requirements are addressed prior to grant acceptance.Researches and interprets the Code for Federal Regulations, OMB Circulars, federal handbooks, and foundation requirements for applicability to Division's grant programs.Develops, formulates and implements grant related policies, guidelines and procedures to ensure program compliance.Develops reporting systems to assure the Division's ability to meet grant reporting requirements.Performs programmatic and grant effectiveness performance assessments.Performs other related duties as requiredMinimum Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's Degree in English or related field. Minimum of three (3) years' experience in preparation of federal and state grant proposals. Experience with a government agency is preferred.Demonstrated excellence in writing and editing.Highly organized and detail oriented, with strong analytical skills.Ability to work as a member of a team and independently.Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.Additional Requirements
Requires effective communication with internal and external customers.May require working beyond a standard 40-hour work week to include evenings and weekends.The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
Benefits Overview
The following plans are available the first of the month following one full calendar month of employment:-Health insurance-Dental insurance-Vision insurance-Reimbursement accountsHealth insurance offered through Optima Health (1-800-229-1199). For more information on the provider network and pharmacies, see theThe vision plan is offered through EyeMed Vision Care. For more information, see theThree dental plans are offered through Delta Dental (Delta Care, Delta Dental PPO, and Delta Dental PPO Plus) 1-800-237-6060. For more information, see the
Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
The eleven paid holidays each year include:New Year's DayMartin Luther King, Jr. DayPresident's DayMemorial DayJuneteenth DayIndependence DayLabor DayVeterans' DayThanksgiving DayChristmas DayEmployee's birthday
A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the
Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.
Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see theTraining and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or
Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.
Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.
01
Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education in English or a related field?
High school graduate or GED completedSome CollegeAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree or higher
02
Which of the following best describes your experience in preparation of federal and state grant proposals?
No experienceLess than a year of experience1-2 years of experience3-4 years of experience5 or more years of experience
03
Has your related previous work experience been with a government agency?
YesNo
04
I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
YesNo
05
I understand that this position is exempt.
YesNo
06
I understand that this position may require working beyond a standard 40 hour work week to include evenings and weekends.
YesNo
07
to download the 11-page background questionnaire . I understand I must hand deliver or email to recruiting@hampton.gov the questionnaire to the Recruiting Unit located at 300 Butler Farm Rd. Hampton, VA 23666 when I report to attend the information assembly. Applicants must complete waiver forms to proceed to the next phase of the process. The waiver forms will be distributed to the applicants on the day they turn in the questionnaires. Please contact Recruiting with questions at 757- 915-6780. Afterwards, you may use your back browser button to return to this page.
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