Closes: 12/1/2020
Grant Writer
Reports to: Planning & Development Director
Salary (Grade): Salary Negotiable
Status: Reg., Full-Time (Exempt)
Location: Planning and Development Office 112 Bluff St, Winnebago, NE
Job Purpose & Position Overview
This position will be a part of the Planning and Development Office team and be responsible for grant applications, proposal preparation and administrative duties to include: researching, identifying, developing and responding to public and private grant opportunities for most tribal programs.
Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Demonstrate the Winnebago Tribe’s core mission, vision and values
Research grant programs and plans and prepare applications
Research and write funding applications
Coordinate and lead the activities of a grant program that supports projects for Tribal programs
Conduct meetings to identify and prioritize project needs
Write or assist other program directors in writing grant applications
Edit and submit applications
Provide timely advice and information on funding opportunities, requirements and procedures
Troubleshoot conflict resolution with various agencies
Prepare all required reports as required by agencies
Serve as liaison to supervisors, directors, staff and funding agencies
Coordinate funding program activities
Responsible for fiscal requirements of projects
Makes decisions in matters of significance
Duties listed are only illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Required Qualifications/Skills:
Bachelor’s Degree and 2+ years in grant application and writing or combination of experience and education; knowledge of Winnebago Tribe grant programs preferred
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work flexible hours/shifts
Proficient use of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
Enthusiastic and dedicated to the challenges of helping other people
Professional in communications, appearance, relationships, and responsiveness
Self-starter with the ability to perform with little or no direct supervision
Ability to pass drug screen and background checks
Must have a valid US Driver’s license
Training Requirements:
Must be willing to pursue professional certification and/or training as directed
Physical Requirements:
Normal to medium office work which includes the ability to lift up to 10 – 50 lbs.
Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.
While performing daily duties, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear and comprehend.
Ability to drive company owned or personal vehicle.
Mental Requirements:
Reading, writing, calculating
Social interaction skills
Reasoning/Analysis
Works with minimal to no supervision
Language Requirements:
Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.
Certificates, Licenses & Registrations:
All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit an application at winnebagotribe.com, a resume, cover letter, and two (2) letters of recommendation are required. Applications submitted after the closing date or without proper documents will not be considered.
If claiming Native American or Veteran preference, please include pertinent documentation.
Call Human Resources at 402-878-2272 for further information.
As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference overNon-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.