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Grant Writer

City of St. Joseph

St. Joseph, MO United States

How to Apply

URL: https://recruitingbypaycor.com/career/JobIntroduction.action?clientId=8a7883c67ce7e82c017cf0f909a40336&id=8a78839e9f443598019f6b2a4fe01cc6&source=&lang=en

Email: HumanResources@stjosephmo.gov

Job Description

Job Summary

The Grant Writer is responsible for identifying, researching, developing, writing, submitting, and monitoring grant opportunities that support the City's strategic priorities, capital improvement projects, public safety initiatives, infrastructure, parks and recreation, community development, and other municipal programs. This position works collaboratively with department directors and staff to secure external funding while ensuring compliance with grant requirements throughout the grant lifecycle. This position performs professional-level research, writing, project coordination, and grant administration duties and does not exercise supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Research and identify federal, state, local, and private grant opportunities aligned with City priorities.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive grants calendar.
• Coordinate grant development meetings with City departments.
• Prepare compelling grant proposals, applications, narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation.
• Gather statistical data, financial information, and program performance measures needed for grant applications.
• Collaborate with department directors, project managers, finance staff, and subject matter experts to develop competitive grant submissions.
• Monitor grant deadlines and ensure timely submission of applications.
• Maintain records of all grant applications, awards, reporting requirements, and funding outcomes.
• Assist departments with post-award grant administration, including reporting and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate grant reimbursement requests and required documentation.
• Review grant agreements and funding requirements.
• Track grant expenditures in coordination with Finance.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting grant funding.
• Prepare reports regarding grant activity for City leadership and governing bodies.
• Develop standardized grant writing templates and procedures.
• Maintain relationships with funding agencies and grant administrators.
• Attend workshops, webinars, and training related to grant funding opportunities.
• Assist with special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
  
  

For a full job description and to apply online, please visit the City of St. Joseph's Career Page at https://www.stjosephmo.gov/1017/Jobs.

Benefits

Please refer to the link below for the City of St. Joseph's Employee Benefits Summary. Any questions can be directed to the Human Resources Department at HumanResources@stjosephmo.gov.

Employee Benefits

Experience Level

AICP Level

Specialty

Salary Range

Experience Level

Mid I (1-4 years)

AICP Level

Not Required

Specialty

Policy, Research, or Advocacy

Salary Range

Starting pay $51,043.00

Contact Information

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Grant Writer

City of St. Joseph

St. Joseph, MO United States

How to Apply

URL: https://recruitingbypaycor.com/career/JobIntroduction.action?clientId=8a7883c67ce7e82c017cf0f909a40336&id=8a78839e9f443598019f6b2a4fe01cc6&source=&lang=en

Email: HumanResources@stjosephmo.gov

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Research and identify federal, state, local, and private grant opportunities aligned with City priorities.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive grants calendar.
• Coordinate grant development meetings with City departments.
• Prepare compelling grant proposals, applications, narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation.
• Gather statistical data, financial information, and program performance measures needed for grant applications.
• Collaborate with department directors, project managers, finance staff, and subject matter experts to develop competitive grant submissions.
• Monitor grant deadlines and ensure timely submission of applications.
• Maintain records of all grant applications, awards, reporting requirements, and funding outcomes.
• Assist departments with post-award grant administration, including reporting and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate grant reimbursement requests and required documentation.
• Review grant agreements and funding requirements.
• Track grant expenditures in coordination with Finance.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting grant funding.
• Prepare reports regarding grant activity for City leadership and governing bodies.
• Develop standardized grant writing templates and procedures.
• Maintain relationships with funding agencies and grant administrators.
• Attend workshops, webinars, and training related to grant funding opportunities.
• Assist with special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
  
  

For a full job description and to apply online, please visit the City of St. Joseph's Career Page at https://www.stjosephmo.gov/1017/Jobs.

Employee Benefits

Experience Level

AICP Level

Specialty

Salary Range

Experience Level

Mid I (1-4 years)

AICP Level

Not Required

Specialty

Policy, Research, or Advocacy

Salary Range

Starting pay $51,043.00

Contact Information

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Research and identify federal, state, local, and private grant opportunities aligned with City priorities.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive grants calendar.
• Coordinate grant development meetings with City departments.
• Prepare compelling grant proposals, applications, narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation.
• Gather statistical data, financial information, and program performance measures needed for grant applications.
• Collaborate with department directors, project managers, finance staff, and subject matter experts to develop competitive grant submissions.
• Monitor grant deadlines and ensure timely submission of applications.
• Maintain records of all grant applications, awards, reporting requirements, and funding outcomes.
• Assist departments with post-award grant administration, including reporting and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate grant reimbursement requests and required documentation.
• Review grant agreements and funding requirements.
• Track grant expenditures in coordination with Finance.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting grant funding.
• Prepare reports regarding grant activity for City leadership and governing bodies.
• Develop standardized grant writing templates and procedures.
• Maintain relationships with funding agencies and grant administrators.
• Attend workshops, webinars, and training related to grant funding opportunities.
• Assist with special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
  
  

For a full job description and to apply online, please visit the City of St. Joseph's Career Page at https://www.stjosephmo.gov/1017/Jobs.