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Alamo Area Council of Governments

Grant Writer Job at Alamo Area Council of Governments in San Antonio

Alamo Area Council of Governments, San Antonio, TX, United States, 78208


Content Summary: Grant Writer at San Antonio, for Alamo Area Council of Governments Primary Responsibilities

This is a responsible, non-supervisory position that develops, coordinates and prepares grant applications; Implements and administers grants awarded; Researches and identifies funding sources to support existing and planned program activities; Coordinates preparation of letters of intent, proposals, grant applications and other related documents for federal, state, corporate and private foundations grant programs; Supports compliance timelines and deadlines; Provides support for grant compliance report preparation; Prepares grant close-out documents; Develops and maintains a database of funding opportunities; Maintains a proactive relationship with member governments to develop project narratives and budgets for grant applications and compliance; Maintains proactive relationship with funding agencies and other duties as required.

Tasks Performed

Writes grant proposals, prepares supporting budgets and related documents for grant applications; Researches and identifies grants; Develops and maintains a database of funding opportunities; Provides support for grant compliance reports including program/grant status and fiscal reports; Works with member governments to develop project narratives and budgets for grant applications; Develops and submits compliance reports; Seeks continuation of grant funding; Creates and maintains grant fund development and application database/files; Initiates and coordinates cross-functional workgroups composed of internal and external stakeholders to develop project workplans and budgets for grant applications; Provides technical assistance and briefings to staff and member governments to improve knowledge and skill in grant writing.

Essential Functions

Performs routine grant development, administration and compliance work; Prepares grant application documents and budgets; Coordinates and prepares compliance reports and grant close-out documents; Researches and identifies sources of external funds; Interprets policies, rules and regulation; Develops and maintains database of funding opportunities; Develops and maintains proactive relationship with funding agencies and member governments staff; Provides guidance to internal and external stakeholders regarding grant administration, compliance, policies and procedures; Initiates and coordinates cross-functional work groups composed of internal and external stakeholders to develop grant project work plans, budgets, and applications; Monitors the implementation, management, evaluation and close-out of grants; Performs other duties as assigned.