Job Details

The City of Worcester is an EEO/AA Employer. Preference is given to Worcester residents.

If You Wish To Apply For This Position, The Deadline Is Friday, September 20, 2024. Please Note The Following Application Options For This Position

Applicants are Encouraged to Apply Online
By Mailing to the Department of Human Resources, ATTN: PRINCIPAL GRANTS ACQUISITION, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608 (If applying via US Mail, please include a completed Application Questionnaire & VSID)

Title

PRINCIPAL GRANTS ACQUISITION

Department/Division

Budget

Apply Start Date

09/04/2024

Apply End Date

09/20/2024

Type

Full Time

Hours

40 Per Week

Wage

$66.204 - $86,616 annually

Description

PRINCIPAL GRANTS ACQUISITION

ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE

CITY OF WORCESTER

The City of Worcester is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Principal Grants Acquisition for the Budget Division within the Office of Administration and Finance. Under the direction of the Assistant Budget Director of Grants, the position is responsible for identifying grant opportunities for various City departments, work with City staff to develop well written grant proposals, maintain, and analyze data and information to include in grant proposals, and submit grant proposals on behalf of various City departments. The position will develop sub-recipient contracts, work with departments to complete, and submit required reports to granting agencies, and prepare various written reports to government bodies to inform them of specific grant opportunities.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Essential Elements

Research and identify various grant opportunities on behalf of City departments
Create and maintain model language and statistics to use in grant applications
Submit grant proposals to private, state, and federal agencies on behalf of the City
Coordinate the circulation and execution of grant documents
Review and edit grant and donation resolutions for City Council approval
Create and maintain a monthly newsletter of grant opportunities for distribution to City departments
Develop or review sub-recipient grant contracts on behalf of various City departments
Complete and submit, or assist various City departments with completing and submitting, required reports to granting agencies as appropriate
Attend and participate in staff, department, or other meetings and/or conferences
Make recommendations as to possible improvements in procedures or methods to enhance measurements and record-keeping and increase grant application and implementation effectiveness
Follow and adhere to department, city, state and other government or regulatory rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Perform other support/administrative or staff work activities as required

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of grant opportunities and grant solicitation processes
Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations governing state and federal grant funds
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Knowledge of grants administration
Ability to communicate effectively through verbal and written correspondence
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, take initiative, and set priorities for meeting internal and external deadlines
Ability to respond to changes in priorities based on workflow and deadlines
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with state, local and federal agencies
Ability to coordinate the circulation and execution of grant documents
Strong organization skills, with a focus on being detailed oriented
Strong interpersonal and communications skills necessary
Familiar with grant reports and documentation generation
Experience with developing and reviewing sub-recipient grant contracts
Strong technical writing skills, problem solving and analytical skills
Strong collaborative and communication skills
Strong time management skills
Demonstrated computer proficiency, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, communications, English, or related field; OR,
An equivalent combination of education, training, and five (5) years of experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the required duties of the position will be considered in lieu of the above-mentioned requirements.
Three (3) years of experience with grant writing
Excellent communications skills

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Business/Public Administration, Communications, English, or related field
Five (5) years of experience of grant writing
Two (2) years of experience grant writing in a municipal, government or non-profit environment
Two (2) years of experience with grants administration

SALARY RANGE: $66,204 - $86,616 annually, exempt, full-time, excellent benefits package.

To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter on or before FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2024, to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. Preference given to Worcester Residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall Human Resources, 508-799-1030, HR@worcesterma.gov.

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