Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!
GRANT SPECIALIST / DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
PARKS DEPARTMENT
The Kenosha County Parks Division is seeking a full time Grant Specialist / Development Coordinator who will be responsible for researching, applying to, and managing all grants on behalf of Kenosha County Parks. This individual will be engaged in marketing parks amenities, managing the parks special event team, managing/developing all parks events, and developing recreational programming activities.
Kenosha County is committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.
2024 Hiring Range: $27.00 – $30.68 per hour
WORK SCHEDULE

• Normal work hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Occasional nights and weekends to manage special events and programs
• Must be able to work overtime when needed to cover special events

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform prospect research on governments, foundations, and corporations to evaluate grant prospects
• Comply with all grant reporting as required by donors
• Provide stewardship to current donors
• Maintain current records in database, including grant tracking and reporting
• Track statistics relevant to development and provide department with written materials necessary for donor stewardship (visitor number and diversity, educational program attendance, etc.)
• Assist with other fundraising projects as requested
• Serve as County Parks’ liaison to other community organizations such as business partners, recreation leagues, nonprofit organizations, local universities, etc.
• Coordinate projects through a systematic project management approach: conception, budgeting, scheduling, monitoring, completion, and evaluation
• Recruit, supervise, and monitor seasonal employees and internship programs
• Develop marketing strategies and community outreach initiatives for special events and programs
• Work well in a team environment, handle multiple assignments, and meet deadlines
• Direct employees and interns by offering constructive feedback and giving clear direction on program goals
• Lead projects and programs; monitor and meet project and program goals
• Update websites and social media accounts to keep information current and accurate
• Create graphics used to market and advertise park events and activities
• Plan, budget, fundraise, advertise, and coordinate special events and recreational programming activities

SUCCESS FACTORS

• Knowledge of fundraising and grant opportunity sources
• Knowledge of research techniques
• Knowledge of federal and state funding sources available for economic development
• Knowledge of grant and proposal writing techniques
• Skill in written and verbal communication
• Skill in proposal writing and institutional donors
• Skill in public speaking
• Skill in employee development
• Skill in judgment and tact in maintaining effective relationships with the public and various agencies; community relations
• Ability to write clear, structured, articulate, and persuasive proposals with strong editing skills and attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to contribute in team environments
• Ability to research and plan, mobilize resources, and monitor projects
• Ability to work respectfully in a diverse and inclusive environment

JOB REQUIREMENTS, EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Post high school education with specialization in grant writing, business, communications, public relations, park and recreation, or related field
• Minimum of two years’ experience with grant writing and/or governmental relations
• Experience with non-profit fundraising
• Experience working in deadline-driven environment
• Master’s Degree preferred
• Must possess valid driver’s license

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work involves stooping, kneeling, crouching, twisting, turning, reaching, and bending at the waist
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Indoor and outdoor work environment with exposure to weather extremes

BENEFITS

• Health, dental and vision insurance effective first of month following 30 days of employment with the ability to reduce premium contribution through participation in a wellness program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan: Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System which includes county-paid life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Voluntary Pet Insurance

SELECTION PROCESS

• Application Review - Qualifying
• Oral Interview - Qualifying
• Background Check - Qualifying
• Physical Examination/Drug Screen - Qualifying

If you require accommodations at any point in the selection process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in advance for arrangements.
Applications must be submitted no later than Wednesday, June 19, 2024.
To learn more about Kenosha County Parks, please visit: https://www.kenoshacounty.org/600/Parks
Kenosha County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating employer. Your participation is required, which includes an employee contribution.
The pay grade for this position is NE10 (Min. $27.00 – Max. $34.36).
This position is located in Kenosha County, a growing community along the shores of Lake Michigan and less than an hour away from Milwaukee and Chicago. To see why Kenosha County is a great place to live, work, and play, visit: https://www.visitkenosha.com/
Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!
Kenosha County is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.