What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grant Writer position at College Track?
Grant Writer
As our Grant Writer, you will report to the Director of Grants Management within the Philanthropy Department. The Grant Writer will work in close partnership with the Education, Communication and Program Evaluation and Research Departments to create the grant proposals and reports that enable our program to serve thousands of scholars and alumni.
Interested? Keep reading.
College Track is a comprehensive college completion program that equips students confronting systemic barriers to earn a bachelor’s degree and a life of choice, opportunity, and power. We are a values-first organization, placing commitment, passion, joy, authenticity and excellence at the center of everything we do across our 12 sites.
You’ll know Grant Writer is the right fit for you if…
- You have a minimum of 3 years of grant writing experience (including both proposals and reports), with a proven track record of raising money from foundation, corporation, and government sources; experience writing for multiple regions is preferred
- You have exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal; highest priority is the ability to write clear, concise, structured, articulate, and persuasive proposals/reports
- You have an understanding of the budgeting process, with the ability to create compelling narratives based on the organization’s financial data
- You have experience working at a non-profit
- You have the ability to build rapport quickly via zoom and email
- You are great at articulating intricate programming concepts in a clear and accessible manner
- You are excited about working hybrid (in office requirement of 4 days/month) from one of our following regions
- Oakland, CA
- Sacramento, CA
- Los Angeles, CA
- Denver, CO
- New Orleans, LA
- D.C. Metro Area
As a passionate member of College Track’s team, you would be provided access to extensive benefits centered around three core areas of wellness: health care, work-life balance, and financial security. We believe time off is essential to success and provide up to 27 discretionary time off days (Sick and Vacation) in addition to 28 paid office closure and holiday days in your first year of employment. Learn more about benefits here (bit.ly/JpBs22) and learn more about the role by viewing the full job description here (bit.ly/3ZodYRD).
This position is exempt, with a full [L.A. Metro, Oakland, D.C.Metro] salary range of $72,845 - $98,555 [Sacramento, NOLA] salary range of $69,203 - $93, 627 [Denver Metro] salary range of $65,560-$88,700 with the exact salary depending on experience. New staff are rarely brought in at the top of the range to ensure internal equity while leaving room for salary growth during an employee’s time at College Track. We are committed to the growth and development of staff both through formal and informal opportunities.
How To Apply
We’d love to get to know you. To apply, fill out the application and upload your resume. A cover letter is required.
College Track is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. College Track does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression and strongly encourages all to apply.
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Salary : $65,560 - $88,700
