Grant Writer

Schedule: Full-time

The Ohio Attorney General's Office is currently seeking a Grant Writer for a position in the Finance Section. This role is strategically integral in positioning the office to successfully obtain federal, state, and private grant funding and in reporting programmatic progress towards meeting grant objectives once awarded. This position will work a hybrid in-person/remote schedule, with an expectation of in office work 2-3 days/week alternating. There may be changes to this schedule based on training and operational needs. The headquarter location is at 30 E. Broad St Columbus, Ohio 43215. As a member of a three-person team, the grant writer performs the following duties:

Research and identify federal, state and foundation grant opportunities that align with the Attorney General Office’s (AGO) goals, programs, and strategic initiatives.

Collaborate with program staff and leadership to gather data, intended outcomes, and narratives for inclusion in grant applications.

Develop and write persuasive, compliant grant proposals, applications, and supporting documentation for competitive funding opportunities.

Coordinate with internal departments, program managers, and finance staff to gather required data, statistics, and programmatic information.

Prepare detailed budgets, narratives, and justifications in alignment with grant guidelines and the AGO’s internal policies and procedures.

Track and manage multiple grant application deadlines and submission processes to ensure timely and accurate delivery.

Complete modifications for each grant through our GAN/GAM process.

Maintain a detailed grants calendar, tracking deadlines, deliverables, and reporting requirements.

Ensure applications comply with all grant guidelines and requirements.

Maintain accurate records of proposals submitted, awarded, declined, and pending.

Maintain payroll tracking for grant-funded positions.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (including, but not limited to, Communications, Journalism, Finance/Accounting, Public Policy)

Four to five years of relevant work experience can substitute for a degree; previous grant experience preferred

Familiarity with grants management platforms is a plus

Required Skills in a Successful Candidate:

Clear and persuasive writing

Editing/proofreading

Project/proposal formatting and design

Budgeting knowledge

Strong organizational and project management abilities

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Professional communication competencies

Grant opportunity research skills

Deadline management

Data interpretation

Adaptability

Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in documentation

Candidates will be expected to provide a writing sample as part of the interview process.

Job Skills: Accounting and Finance, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Verbal and Written Communication