Position Type: Full-time 40 hrs./week; Non-exempt

Salary: Starting at $35.75/hr.- $39.77/hr. (D.O.E.)

Work Location: Seattle WA

Catholic Charities Foundation (CCF) is the fundraising arm of Catholic Community Services of Western Washington. Every year we raise millions of dollars through our fundraising and donor cultivation. These donations power the programs of CCS/AHA throughout Western Washington.

How YOU can make a difference

The Grant Writer is responsible for raising $in new private foundation and corporate funding. You will partner with the CCSWW Grants Team and cross-departmental staff to research write and manage proposals that support vulnerable populations. You must be an independent problem-solver capable of data-driven storytelling visually impactful proposal design and meeting firm deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Grant Administration: Manage the grants calendar track deadlines and process correspondence (acknowledgments queries cover letters).
• Research & Writing: Identify new funding prospects and draft compelling proposals LOIs and interim/final reports.
• Data Visualization: Create visually persuasive graphs charts and budgets within proposals using Microsoft Excel.
• Documentation: Maintain grant files and track funder relationships in Raisers Edge NXT.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree and 2 years of grant writing and project management experience.
• Proven track record in fund development from foundation and corporate grant development (preferred).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel (creating budgets charts and data analysis).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a strong eye for detail.
• Experience with Blackbauds Raisers Edge NXT database (preferred).
• Passion for community impact and the ability to thrive under pressure.

Benefits & Compensation

This is a Full-time 40-hour position starting at $35.75 - $39.77/hr. (D.O.E) witha competitive benefits package:

• Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 15 days of accrued PTO annually
• 12 days of paid holidays plus one (1) personal holiday
• Paid accrued sick time
• CCS/AHA 403(b) Employee Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

If you are looking for meaningful work make a tangible difference and drive positive change find out more at: Job Description: available upon hire.

Note to Internal Candidates: HR reviews internal compensation and determines any increase based on their experience and also agency internal equity factors. Please let us know if you need special accommodations to apply or interview for this position.

Catholic Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Visit to learn more.