GRANTS COORDINATOR/WRITER

About the role

This classification researches, identifies, and applies for grant opportunities for the City of South Fulton and supports post-award grant management. The position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify grant opportunities that align with the City’s strategic initiatives.
• Review and interpret grant guidelines, regulations, and notice of funding opportunities for federal, state, local, and private grant solicitations.
• Perform research and analysis to generate reports, budgets, and cost estimates.
• Prepare grant proposals, budgets, and supporting documentation in coordination with City departments.
• Develop grant schedules to ensure the timely submission of grant applications.
• Submit grant proposals to funding agencies.
• Coordinate and participate in meetings for grant and department initiatives.
• Maintain the City’s grant tracking and management database.
• Prepare reports, memos, letters, and other written correspondence.
• Develop and maintain relationships with City officials and departments, partners, intergovernmental agencies, and funding agencies.
• Collaborate with project managers and departments to ensure effective implementation of grant-funded projects.
• Ensure compliance with grant guidelines and federal, state, and local requirements, as applicable.
• Support programmatic and financial grant reporting requirements.
• Audit grant files for compliance and address findings.
• Attend workshops and trainings to stay abreast of grant regulations and best practices.
• Perform special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, Business, Public Administration, or related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in writing and administering federal grants or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to write clear, structured, articulate, and persuasive proposals.
• Knowledge of APA Style Writing Guidelines.
• Strong editing skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Proven experience in grant coordination, grant proposal writing, or a related field.
• Knowledge and familiarity with research techniques for grant prospect research.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Ability to listen and develop information into grant proposals.
• Ability to multitask, maintain composure, productivity, and simultaneously meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of grant funding sources and the grant application process.
• Ability to listen to concepts presented in meetings and translate those concepts into written proposals and reports.
• Ability to operate office equipment such as copier, fax machine, telephone, computer, and printers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Physical Demands

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays to meet the business needs of the city).