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Strasburg School District 31J

Grant Writer- Temporary as needed

Strasburg School District 31J, Strasburg, Colorado, United States, 80136


Job Title:

Grant Writer- Temporary; as neededReports to:

SuperintendentEvaluated by:

Superintendent

Job Goal

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Grant writer's?objective is to research, draft, and submit proposals that will allow the school district to receive grant funding based on the district's financial needs. Craft proposals & seek funds from donors as well as state and federal agencies.

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Essential Requirements

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To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to execute each requirement satisfactorily. The requirements list below are a representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for the position.Demonstrate aptitude or competence for assignmentAdvanced knowledge of grant or technical writing & application processMaintain communication with district level personnelAbility to research, collect data, write proposals and submit applicationsExcellent written communication skillsAttention to detail with regards to drafting, writing, editing & proofreadingAbility to take conceptual ideas and apply critical thinking to applicable & available opportunitiesAbility to apply intricate levels of grant requirement components into written applicationsKnowledge & experience of basic software systems such as Outlook, Word, Excel etc.Essential Duties & Responsibilities

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Identify, define and develop funding sources to support existing and planned program activitiesLead the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to federal, state, and private funding agenciesStrive to receive funding from different organizations and individuals by researching, drafting, and submitting proposals & applicationsResponsible for discovering grant opportunities and building and maintaining relationships with funders, donors, and others within the communityWork closely with district personnel to ensure districts financial needs are being met with specific grant funds prior to application submissionAcknowledge & understand districts goals, objectives, programs & financial needs and how they relate to available grantsRespond to internal & external queries on drafted and submitted proposalsMaintain records and submit reports related to grantsAbility to study & understand programs and funding requirements of the organizationQualifications / Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Bonding, and or Testing Required

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Associate's degree in English, communications, writing or related area or equivalent experienceMinimum of 3 years grant writing experience

Physical Demands

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Standing, walking & sitting. Continuous hand dexterity. Occasional reach with hands and arms. The work requires constant seeing, hearing, and talking.

Work Environment:

Work is performed remotely.

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Days / Terms of Employment

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As needed. Hours necessary will vary on number of grants & complexity of grants.