Grant Writer
Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, Santa Barbara, CA, United States
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
The Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (CADA) is seeking a Grant Writer to join our dedicated team in Santa Barbara. This role plays a vital part in advancing our mission by identifying and securing funding opportunities that support our programs and services.
As a Grant Writer, you’ll craft compelling grant proposals, research funding prospects, and collaborate closely with our team to align grant opportunities with our organizational goals. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful initiatives addressing substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges in our community.
Join a well-established nonprofit organization that has been serving Santa Barbara County since 1949 and help us make a difference in the lives of youth, adults, and families.
This is a full-time position, 30 hours per week. This position is remote-eligible, allowing for a work-from-home arrangement if needed. However, the selected candidate must live within one hour of Santa Barbara due to periodic in-office obligations.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
Grant writing experience
Experience securing new funding opportunities; comprehensive knowledge of research, and the ability to distinguish and identify opportunities
Knowledge of grant application process, scoring criteria and funding cycles
Ability to work effectively under pressure, exceptional time management skills, and ability to meet deadlines
Excellent writing and verbal skills
Proficiency in research, interpreting, and analyzing diverse data
Excellent Computer skills (Microsoft Office Word, Access, PowerPoint and Excel), and database management skills
Motivated self-starter with the ability to work collaboratively and independently with purpose and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
Must reside within one hour of Santa Barbara, as some in-office attendance is required for meetings and presentations
Responsibilies:
Research and identify funding opportunities from government, corporate, foundation, and private sources
Write high-quality grant proposals, applications, and supporting documents
Ensure timely submission of proposals and grant reports to meet funding requirements
Maintain grant schedules, track submissions, and monitor reporting deadlines
Serve as the primary liaison with funding agencies and organizations
Collaborate with staff to draft letters of inquiry, concept papers, and proposals
Track and report the status of submitted proposals
Maintain and update a master file of pending grants and contracts
Stay informed on trends and updates in grant proposal standards and funding opportunities
Regularly meet with staff to discuss and align funding needs
Ensure compliance with organizational and state grant management policies
Advise staff on allowable expenditures for specific grants
Report grant progress and address issues to supervisors as needed
Maintain confidentiality regarding employee information
This is a full-time position, 30 hours per week, and is benefit eligible. This is a remote-eligible position, allowing for a work-from-home arrangement if needed. However, the selected candidate must live within one hour of Santa Barbara due to in-office obligations.
Compensation is dependent of the level of prior experience and qualifications, with a salary range of $35-$45 per hour, and a rate increase potential for bilingual (Spanish/English).
In compliance with the California Department of Health Care Services, staff require an up-to-date Tuberculosis test during the duration of employment.
If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact HR via email at hr@cadasb.org or via phone at (805) 722-1313 with any questions.
Flexible work from home options available.