Grants Specialist

POSITION TITLE:     Grants Specialist  

CLASSIFICATION:   Administration, regular, full time, non-exempt  

SUPERVISOR:         CEO  

SALARY:                 $30 - $36 Per Hour DOE 

About The NATIVE Project:
The NATIVE project is a non-profit healthcare organization dedicated to serving the greater Spokane community by providing high-quality medical, behavioral health, pharmacy, dental, prevention, and social services. Established through a collaborative effort, we strive to improve the health and well-being of our communities by addressing cultural, historical, and social determinants of health.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Grant Specialist will organize data, interpret findings, and produce grant-reporting efforts for various grants that meet the organization’s needs, coordinating the grant reporting and compliance process from beginning to end. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• None. 

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Researches various types of grants available and the criteria to qualify for each. 
• Discusses available sources of funding with administrative program directors and executives.   

• Compiles necessary information for the application process through collaboration with other employees, database research, and other fact-finding actions and meetings. 
• Drafts and prepare grant applications according to application requirements. 
• Ensures grant is submitted on time and within application parameters. 
• Completes all documents, forms, or reports required by the grant.   
• Coordinates the monitoring and evaluation of programs and projects that are funded by grants.  

• Develops and maintains master files on grants and paperwork connected to programs funded by grants.  
• Performs other related duties as assigned.  

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:  

• Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal funding sources and the ability to locate potential sources for funding.   

• Thorough understanding of grant funding policies and procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  
• Thorough understanding of effective grant writing techniques. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.   
• Extremely organized and meticulous with details. 

• Excellent project management skills and ability to prioritize work and resources. 
• Ability to meet deadlines. 
• Ability to interpret financial data and prepare budgets and financial grant reports. 
• Ability to be discreet with personal information that may be needed for some grants such as employee salaries or upcoming projects. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required or a minimum of 5 years of relevant grant specialist experience.  
• At least three years of experience in grant writing is highly preferred.   

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.  

EEO STATEMENT 

• The NATIVE Project provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The NATIVE Project complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Under Title VII of EEOC, Indian Preference will be given to applicants who meet all minimum qualifications.