Grants Writer

General Summary: The Grants Writer will procure private and public funding to support general operations and specific programs of The Maryland Zoo. 

Essential Functions:

Primary Function:

●        Ensure that all grants are accurate, completed in their entirety, are well-written, and address the needs and priorities of Zoo staff and trustees;

●        Write and submit grant applications and all narrative/financial reporting as per grant agreements;

●        Research, identify, and submit possible private and public grant funding opportunities;

●        Write, edit, and compose grant applications and proposals;

●        Track grants through the Development database and adhere to strict deadlines;

●        Monitor government bodies and their actions concerning Zoo business;

●        Perform other duties as assigned; and

●        Adhere to all policies and procedures of the Zoo.

Communication (Internal and External):

●        In coordination with the President and Vice President of Development & Strategy, the Grants Writer will facilitate communications with private and public funders to enhance the stature of the Zoo and increase financial support;

●        Send grant proposals, acknowledgements, follow-up notices, and other correspondence to  appropriate foundation/organizations; and

●        Coordinate grant proposals with the appropriate departments, ensuring all grants are accurate and  address the needs and priorities of the Zoo.

Management of Resources (financial, human resources, facilities):

●        In coordination with the database manager, maintain information in appropriate databases and in-house files.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree preferred; and

Coursework in public administration and/or non-profit management is strongly preferred.

Experience/Training: 

●        Minimum seven (7) years experience writing public and private grants;

●        Knowledge of public and private grant funding;

●        Basic knowledge of federal, state, and local government processes;

●        Knowledge of computer software and systems, such as Microsoft Office software (including Word, Powerpoint, and Excel), Google Suite (including Sheets), and Adobe Acrobat; and

●        Ability to understand and explain financial statements.

Traits Desirable:

●        Excellent writing skills;

●        Ability to work with individuals from a wide variety of ethnic, cultural and economic  backgrounds;

●        Extremely well-organized with the ability to handle multiple tasks and manage projects;

●        Strong leadership, communication, time management, interpersonal, and follow-up skills; and

●        Self-directed, collaborative, creative, resourceful and detail-oriented.

Equipment:

●        Must be able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including computer, telephone,  two-way radio, and vehicles.

Working Conditions:

●        Must be able to travel large areas of the Zoo as needed, including some areas that require walking; and

●        Must be able to make personal visits to regional foundations (Philadelphia to Washington D.C., but mainly Baltimore); and

●        Must be able to travel to Annapolis on short notice.

Disclaimer:

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by  employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all  responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified. Therefore, management reserves  the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change.

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