Listing Summary

The City of Hinesville is accepting applications for a Grant Writer/Coordinator. This position is responsible for providing grant writing and coordination services for the Community Development Department.

MAJOR DUTIES: 

• Researches grant opportunities for City projects and submit funding proposals to granting agency for consideration.
• Maintains a current list of grant opportunities that include previous awards as well as those aligned with established City goals.
• Presents opportunities for new funding sources and innovative approaches for review.
• Researches specific requests for funding as received and compile findings for review. 
• Carefully reviews all opportunities to ensure eligibility and application requirements.
• Develops grant related budgets and requests or drafts letters of support.
• Prepares and submits grant applications in a timely manner on behalf of the City to request federal, state, or local assistance.
• Presents informational and action items to the Mayor and Council.

 

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

• Knowledge of federal and state grants, laws, and regulations as applied to human services, economic development, and housing.
• Knowledge of grant application process.
• Skill in interpreting contract language and federal and state program regulations.
   

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Communications, English, Professional Writing or a similar major and two years of experience as a grant writer, with successful awarding of both federal and state sponsored funding is required. Minimum starting salary is $50,948.27 plus excellent benefits. The position is open until filled.  

 

Please apply online at: https://ga-hinesville.civicplushrms.com/careers

 

THE CITY OF HINESVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER