Grant Writer/Technical Writer Job at Keller Associates in Pocatello

We are on the lookout for individuals who thrive in the collaborative spirit of engineering, where their efforts are appreciated, and excellence is recognized. Join our dynamic team where you can play a crucial role in creating a meaningful and long-lasting influence on the communities we serve.

Apply now for our Grant Writer/Technical Writer opportunity based in any of our 10 locations in WA, OR, ID, UT, or NV.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Grant Writer/Technical Writer to join our team. The candidate will be responsible for researching, drafting, and submitting grant proposals to secure funding for our organization's projects and initiatives and providing technical writing support to other staff for miscellaneous projects in civil engineering, surveying and construction fields. This role requires excellent writing, research, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with various departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and identify grant opportunities from government and non-government agencies.
• Study and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs, and financial needs of the organization.
• Draft grant proposals and supporting documents based on the funding requirements of the organization.
• Draft technical documents in coordination with engineering staff including reports, technical memorandums, procedural manuals and project proposals.
• Respond to internal and external queries on drafted and submitted proposals.
• Maintain positive relationships with fund providers and other stakeholders.
• Maintain records and submit reports related to grant opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Experience as a Grant Writer, Technical Writer, Proposal Writer or similar role.
• Excellent writing, editing, and research skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and grant management software.
• Understanding of grant application processes and funding sources.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the Engineering and construction fields or similar experience.
• Experience in the non-profit sector is a plus.
• Familiarity with the specific funding needs and opportunities in the civil engineering industry.

Benefits:

• Paid employee health, dental, and vision insurance
• Partially paid health, dental, and vision insurance for dependents
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health reimbursement arrangement (HRA)
• 401k match program & access to asset management services
• Year-end bonus
• Costco membership
• Paid time off (PTO) and PTO sell back program
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid day of community service
  

We are a mid-sized consulting firm providing water, wastewater, civil, transportation, and structural engineering services throughout the West including Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Nevada, and Utah. We provide client-focused solutions in surface water, water and wastewater engineering, as well as transportation planning, roadway, bridges and vertical structures, site civil design, construction management, electrical, controls, and surveying. Our clients include federal, state, and local agencies as well as small and medium sized cities. Our work is never boring and always influences the communities we serve. We take joy in everything we do from work to play our staff finds ways to be more human and balanced.

Please review the Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability form foundhereto answer the questions provided at the bottom of the application process.

Keller Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.