Grant Writer

The purpose of the position is to research, compile and write grant applications for State, Federal, and local funding opportunities, while understanding the limitations and needs of the County. Responsibility includes all pre-award functions and providing support for the post-award functions when needed.

The following statements describe the principal functions of this job and its scope of responsibility but shall not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including working in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

• Performs specialized work researching grant opportunities to support County programs and projects.
• Develops documentation to support efforts to obtain funding, prepares grants applications, and provides technical assistance throughout the pre-award phase.
• Prepares initial budgets for grant applications in cooperation with department personnel.
• Assists departments with grants implementation when necessary.
• Serves as the liaison between the County, funding sources, and other external agencies during the pre-award phase.
• Keeps County Departments apprised of applicable funding opportunities and makes recommendations to departments on whether or not to pursue funding opportunities.
• Work in conjunction with the Grants Manager, Grants Compliance Analyst and Grants & Revenue Manager as part of the County’s Grants Team.
• Participates as a member of the Grants Team to provides direction in the establishment of grant oversight and monitoring programs that provides support and guidance to department’s financial and program staffs in the management of grant programs to ensure controls and systems are in place to assure compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, policies, procedures, and contracts.
• Assists various departments to ensure the ability to implement prospective programs in the most efficient and effective method for proper data collection, accurate and timely reporting and to ensure delivery of required outcomes.
• Interprets and explains applicable grant and/or program regulations, requirements, and procedures. 
• Assists the Grant Team in providing periodic training to keep department staff current with requirements.
• Be able to provide periodic support for the Grants Compliance Analyst.
• Performs other reasonable related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or other management personnel.

Emergency Response 
County employees are required to report for work during a state of emergency and are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations which may include duties other than those specified in this job description. Employees may request an exemption from this requirement by submitting the appropriate exemption form, subject to review and approval.Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university is preferred or four (4) years of documented experience in grant writing experience may be acceptable.

• Two (2) years of grant writing experience. 

• Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter tailored to the position. Application materials must demonstrate clear, professional written communication skills.

Any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Licenses, Certifications or Registrations

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida and be insurable by current insurance carrier, or valid Florida Identification Card is acceptable only for positions not required to drive a county vehicle.

• Must have or be able to obtain certification within three (3) months of employment in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
  • IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)
  • IS-200.b: ICS for Single Resources & Initial Action Incidents
  • IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

Required Competencies

• Extensive knowledge of current government and grant budget principles, practices and accounting and reporting procedures, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of the functions, organization and administration of federal, state and local governmental organizations.
• Knowledge of grant statutes, regulations, rules and compliance requirements.
• Ability to analyze a variety of grant problems, to make sound recommendations as to their solutions and to prepare working procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to influence actions/behaviors by staff in other departments, agencies and consultants.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, user Departments, officials, and funding authorities and be able to work independently.
• Develop and conducts kick-off meetings.
• Ability to compose/prepare correspondence and create/generate reports.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Requires sitting most of the day.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 20 pounds.
• The job requires frequent bending, twisting, and occasional squatting, climbing, kneeling, and balancing.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, and typing.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Requirement

• Occasional to moderate travel may be required, sometimes involving personal vehicles or overnight stays for meetings, training, or to visit other office locations.

Pay Grade: 11
Salary Disclosure: Pay rates are based on policy, education, skill, experience level and internal equity.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Hernando County BOCC provides to veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

PLEASE REVIEW THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ON POSTING AND COMMUNICATE HOW YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME. MINIMUM REQUIEMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED.
All applications will be carefully reviewed to evaluate qualifications and overall suitability for the position. The relevance, scope, and length of related work experience, training, and education outlined in the application and resume will be considered during the screening process. Selected applicants will be contacted to participate in interviews. Candidates are encouraged to clearly document all pertinent experience, including relevant knowledge, skills, or abilities gained outside of traditional employment, in the additional information section of the application.

Hernando County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, gender, orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law.

Hernando County is a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to drug testing in accordance with Federal and Florida State Law. 

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must provide notification to the BOCC in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.