Grant Writer

COUNTY OF BUCKS

POSITION SUMMARY:

Prepares and reviews grant applications/awards in conformance with established criteria and compliance with provisions of laws and regulations; ensures on-going compliance with regulations and legal use of funds; confers with awarding agencies, grantees, contractors and sub-grantees on administrative procedures and billing. Responsible for the development of grants programs followed by monitoring, evaluating and reporting on grant activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares and reviews grant applications/awards for compliance with State and Federal requirements, feasibility and cost effectiveness.
• Maintains tracking system of grant revenues and expenditures.
• Researches, collects and analyzes grant data to identify trends and prepares reports for management.
• Identifies program deficiencies and makes recommendations for corrective action.
• Responds to inquiries regarding grant availability, requirements and application procedures.
• Notifies grant applicants/awardees of program procedures, deadlines and status.
• Provides technical assistance and advises grantees/awardees on interpretation of program regulations and guidelines.
• Identifies training needs and provides technical assistance and training for grant recipients in the following areas: interpreting regulations, rules and policies; developing proposals, operating plans and procedures; feasibility of program design; program limitations and requirements; and grant development and negotiation.
• Responsible for developing corrective actions for compliance or resolution to negative findings or poor performance.
• Assists by providing general program administrative support.
• Assists in development, planning and implementation of training.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Bachelor's Degree with five to ten years' experience in related field.
• Proficient in research, multi-tasking, technical writing and/or creative writing
• Experience developing grant contracts including identifying program requirements, goals, timetables and funding needs.
• Possess ability to work effectively and independently with highly confidential information, excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to express ideas clearly and concisely.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

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