Grants Associate

About Arundel Community Development Services, Inc. (ACDS)

Arundel Community Development Services, Inc. (ACDS) is a private, nonprofit corporation established by Anne Arundel County to create and retain affordable housing opportunities, as well as to ensure the efficient delivery of community development services to those most in need. ACDS directly implements several homeownership and rental programs and acts as a developer, funding administrator, and project manager for a variety of affordable housing and community development initiatives alongside our many partners. ACDS has been providing services since 1993, and we are proud of our footprint we have made in Anne Arundel County the community.

Why Join Us?

ACDS recognizes the importance of diversity in the work place and flexibility work arrangements. Along with competitive pay, we offer excellent benefits (medical, dental, and vision plans, 100% employer Term Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, 403b Employer Contribution 12%) as well as 15 days PTO and tuition assistance/professional development plans.

What You'll Be Doing?

ACDS is seeking a experienced Grants Associate whose primary duties consist of assisting with grant management duties, establishing and maintaining files and databases, and following up with housing and community development grant sub-recipients to ensure grant requirements are met. Other responsibilities may include supporting meetings and organizing community planning events and assisting with the administration, development, and implementation of local, State and federal housing and community development programs and projects benefiting Anne Arundel County residents.

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts or a closely related field with relevant work experience and a minimum of 2-3 year’s relevant work experience in administration, grant management, or related field.

Skills/Knowledge

Strong organizational skills and effective time management skills to handle multiple projects and deliverables. Considerable interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. The successful candidate will be self-motivated with the ability to take initiative within assigned projects, detail-orientated, well-organized, and a reliable team player. Knowledge of MS Office, WordPress, Facebook, Canva and Mail Chimp or equivalent applications are desired. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required..

Schedule

Full-time 40 hours per week (employee must be available to work both in-office and remote)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00 - $61,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• grants: 2 years (Required)
• administration: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person