Job Information
The Salvation Army Grant Writer in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Description
Job Title: Grant Writer
FLSA Status: Full Time - exemptReports to: Community Relations Directors and Corps Offices
Schedule: 40hr/week
Rate of Pay: $62,400-$70,720 annually
Closing Date: 1/6/2024
Benefits: Standard; Full-Time, Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following:
Health, vision, dental, life as well as voluntary life and disability insurance
Sick leave benefit – 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire)
Vacation benefit – 20 vacation days per year, accrued at the rate of .0769 hours for each hour worked (accrual begins at hire but may not be used until the completion of six months of employment)
One floating day off for use (accrued immediately, and again annually, but may not be used until the completion of the initial three-month introductory period of employment)
Pension Plan (after one year of continuous service)
Voluntary Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan (403(b)plan)
Function:
Working in the Development team of El Paso County and Divisional Headquarters the Grant Writer will write all grants we currently receive on a regular basis ensuring that we are up to date. The Grant Writer will work with the finance team for the budgets they submit and with department heads for the program narratives, outcomes, and other supporting information.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Research and identify funding opportunities from public and private foundations, corporate foundations, and governmental agencies.
Review all Government grant opportunities with the Executive team or CRD to determine how we would proceed.
Fill out all interim grant submission request forms through TSAMM and grant portal as needed.
Collaborate with Divisional Headquarters (DHQ) on grants.
Be the primary grant writer for the El Paso County Corps.
Develop and maintain a divisional database/calendar for grant submissions and reports.
Prepare grant contracts and agreements for CFC approval through TSAMM.
Develop grant progress and final reports with the assistance of finance.
Ensure that reports are generated on a timely basis for all grants received throughout the corps.
Develop professional/working relationships with grantors.
Attend networking events and visit other foundations with the CRD or County Coordinators.
Attend Foundation, grant writing, and other fundraising workshops both internal and external.
Head up the ‘Staff Grant Writing Team” to develop approved staff members for grant writing for up to $10,000.
Other duties as assigned.
Work to achieve the attached grant writing financial goals [see attached].
Attend all staff meetings as assigned.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, Skills, Qualifications
Education/Experience :
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or similar field
3 + Years of experience in successful grant writing.
Skills
Work independently with little or no supervision.
Maintain a high level of confidentiality
Follow all policies and procedures
Ability to access and produce information from a computer
Participate in training as required
Facilitate life skill courses
Ability to network and make appropriate referrals
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work with people from diverse populations
Ability to read and write in the English language
Ability to file, do data entry and have basic clerical skills
Ability to handle high levels of stress effectively in a busy environment
Ability to multitask and possess strong interpersonal skills
Microsoft Word , Outlook, and Excel knowledge required
Working knowledge of integrated database applications and ability to use new software programs with basic training.
Ability to learn new software
Must be minimally 21 years of age and possessing a valid in-state Driver's License
Background Check
Continued employment will be contingent upon a biennial (every two years) background check that is processed in accordance with The Salvation Army’s policies.
Physical Requirements
Ability to maneuver.
Ability to remain in a stationary position
Ability to squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis.
Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead.
Ability to operate telephone.
Ability to lift 25 pounds.
Ability to access and produce information from the computer.
Ability to understand written information.
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship.
The Salvation Army Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, and international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is the preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Qualifications
Education
Required
- Bachelors or better
Experience
Required
- 3 years: Grant writing.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
