GRANT WRITER - FINANCE DEPARTMENT

About City of Brockton: For nearly 200 years Brockton has retained its distinctive character as a complete community, and benefits from its role in the regional economy.

It has excellent transportation access that links employment, employees, education, and services.

While other communities in the Greater Boston area have become very expensive places to live or to conduct business, Brockton provides a high-quality alternative that is relatively affordable to all.

Brockton provides the benefits that arise from a culturally diverse population and the diversity of its employment base.

This is a complete city - with its diverse places to work, study, shop, and live.

The neighborhoods are compact, walkable, and endowed with a solid stock of housing.

It has a remarkably varied and extensive network of open spaces, cultural and civic institutions.

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Job Description: SALARY: $79,172 - $86,513 annually Commensurate with experience Step Salary System to be awarded annually on the anniversary date of hire and would typically start at Step I.

Please note, the salary range indicated is firm.

Position is governed by the City of Brockton Ordinances and is not eligible for remote work.

REPORTS TO: Works under the supervision of the Chief Financial Officer and the Budget Director SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Grant Writer is responsible for identifying and securing grant funding opportunities, preparing and submitting grant proposals, managing awarded grants throughout their lifecycle, and ensuring financial oversight and compliance.

This includes tracking expenditures, assisting with budget development and amendments, and supporting accurate and timely financial reporting to internal stakeholders and external funders.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Researches and identifies potential grant funding opportunities aligned with the City's mission and departmental goals.

* Collaborates with City departments to assess funding needs and assist in aligning grant strategies with strategic priorities.

* Writes, edits, and submits grant proposals, ensuring timely and complete submissions that meet all application requirements.

* Manages awarded grants by monitoring performance and deliverables, ensuring compliance with grant terms and conditions.

* Prepares and maintains detailed financial records and documentation to support budgeting, spending, and audit-readiness for all active grants.

* Tracks grant expenditures and assists departments with budget reconciliation and forecasting.

* Supports the preparation and submission of financial and performance reports to granting agencies in accordance with required deadlines.

* Develops and maintains relationships with funding agencies, external partners, and internal stakeholders.

* Provides technical assistance and guidance to City departments regarding grant procedures, allowable costs, and reporting requirements.

* Maintains organized digital and physical grant files in accordance with City policies and recordkeeping best practices.

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AT HIRE: Bachelor's degree in Language Arts, English or a related field and 2-3 years of grant writing experience or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job is required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: * Strong knowledge of federal, state, and private grant funding sources and grant compliance requirements.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel for budgeting and financial tracking.

* Ability to prepare, analyze, and interpret budgets and financial reports.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

* Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

* Knowledge of or experience with grants management software and financial systems (preferred but not required). * Demonstrates commitment to working with diverse populations and furthering diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Additional Information: Comprehensive Benefits When you embark on a career with the City of Brockton, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.

We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The City of Brockton provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition, or membership in any other protected class or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

The City of Brockton complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations in which the City operates.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator, Eisha George, Manager of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, at . As a condition of employment, the City of Brockton will conduct a comprehensive background check review which includes a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI), once an offer has been accepted.

Section 2-110 of the Revised Ordinances of the City of Brockton mandates that employees establish residency within the City within one year of hire.

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