Grants Writer
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Job Location:
Saint Paul, MN - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 59474 - 66000
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children youth and families people with disabilities older adults and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge energize and reward employees. Consider joining us!
Pay for this role may range from $59474-$66000.
Job Summary:
The Grants Writer will function as an integral part of the Grants Services team for Lutheran Social Service of MN. This person will secure grants from diverse sources both private and public that provide vital financial support for LSS programs and services statewide. The Grants Writer will also provide leadership project management technical assistance and coordination to collaborate with LSS Managers and Directors to develop successful high quality grant proposals. Provide ongoing training to LSS program staff on prospect research grant writing and proposal development strategies for both short- and long-term program needs.
What we offer you:
- All employees have access to childcareassistance discounts on events and services an employeeassistanceprogram financial counselling a wellness program and UKG Wallet which allows you to access your payroll dollars before payday!
- Employees working 30 hours a week have access to medical dental life vision 403(b)planwith a match and other ancillary plans.
- Generous PTO plan that includes paid holidays andfloatdays.
- Paid training during your orientation and throughout your employment.
- Opportunities to grow your career at LSS within our 24 different services.
- A diverse workplace with an outstanding reputation for putting the people served and employees first.
- An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive Positive Healthy and Fun!
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Bachelors Degre or equivalent experience required
- Experience in social services/human services grant writing is preferred but not required
- Experience in reading RFPs prospect research and relationship-building is a bonus
- Excellent persuasive writing grammar research proofreading and copy-editing skills required
- Strong computer proficiency with excellent command of Microsoft Office; Raisers Edge database experience preferred and other technologies as required
- Ability to work and prioritize independently according to a demanding fast-paced deadline-driven production schedule. Must have excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Excellent oral written interpersonal and persuasive communications skills
- Skilled in managing multiple and varied projects simultaneously
- Excellent attention to detail in crafting grant narratives budgets attachments and other grant documents
- Excellent initiative taker and problem solving skills
About Company
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota expresses the love of Christ for all people through service that inspires hope, changes lives, and builds community.
