Grants Writer
Grants Writer
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Job Description
Position Description
Working at Harris County Precinct 4:
You will be surrounded by team members who bring heart hustle and higher standards to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative dynamic and forward-looking.
What you will do at Harris County Precinct 4:
The Grant Writer plays a key role in identifying developing and writing grant proposals to support the joint efforts of Harris County Precinct 4 and Precinct4Forward. Reporting to and working closely with the Grants Manager this position will lead on writing approximately 30 grant applications per year and provide support for grant reporting compliance and funder communication as needed. The role involves cross-divisional collaboration with Precinct 4 departments and external coordination with Precinct4Forward and grants consultants.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Grant Research and Writing- Draft compelling accurate and timely grant applications (approximately 30 annually) to public agencies private foundations and corporations
- Identify new grant opportunities aligned with Precinct 4s strategic priorities
- Gather programmatic data budget details and performance metrics from Precinct 4 and Precinct4Forward staff to inform proposals
- Customize boilerplate content for different applications and funder interests
- Develop and coordinate supporting documents required for submissions
- Maintain accurate files for grant applications and submissions
- Assist the Grants Manager with periodic and final grant reports by compiling information collecting outcome data and drafting narrative responses
- Track and document grant deadlines submission requirements and deliverables using internal tools and systems
- Create internal reports supporting grant applications and awards data
- Under direction of Grants Manager coordinate with external grants consultants on proposal drafts and prospecting
- Attend internal meetings and cross-functional check-ins to stay up to date on programmatic developments relevant to grant applications
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
you need special services or accommodations please call or email
Requirements
Education:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) from an accredited college or university
Experience:
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in grant writing nonprofit development or public sector fundraising
- Experience managing multiple deadlines and juggling competing priorities
- Knowledge of Harris County funding landscape and/or experience in local government or nonprofit partnerships
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and cloud-based file systems
- Familiarity with budgeting and program evaluation basics
- Familiarity with public and private grantmaking institutions
- Strong writing editing and research skills with attention to accuracy structure and storytelling
- Comfort working collaboratively across teams and with outside partners
NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Experience:
- Experience with infrastructure and/or parks grants (preferred)
General Information
Position Type Salary and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time 40 hours per week
Location:
TBD
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- This position requires regular collaboration with government and nonprofit teams and occasional evening or weekend hours for events. The role is primarily office-based with some flexibility for remote work.
Featured Benefits:
Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical dental and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation sick-time and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.
HARRIS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER you need special services or accommodations please call or email
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Employment Type
Full-Time
