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Grant Writer

Employer
Bill Wilson Center
Location
Santa Clara, California
Closing date
May 19, 2019

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Focus Areas
Employment
Job Function
Development / Fundraising
Position Type
Full Time
Degree Level
Bachelors
Experience Level
Professional

Bill Wilson Center is a nationally and regionally recognized leader for providing services to at-risk youth and families. Our agency -- from our executive team to our line staff -- is committed to improving the lives and conditions of the people we serve. We provide direct services to more than 3,500 children, youth, young adults and families in Santa Clara County. BWC provides services that meet the cultural and linguistic needs of our whole community. We value our unique ethnic diversity as well as the LGBTQ community and non-able body community. Join us and become a difference maker at Bill Wilson Center! Find out more at http://www.billwilsoncenter.org/bwc_jobs/

We have a wonderful opportunity for a full time Grant Writer. The Grant Writer supports the revenue generating efforts of Bill Wilson Center by effectively writing, compiling and submitting corporate, foundation and government grant proposals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Write, compile and edit grant applications that are compelling, persuasive and well written.
• Research and analyze funders making connections between their interests and BWC program outcomes.
• Research and be knowledgeable of community needs and issues.
• Meet with Program Managers, Directors, Division Directors and CEO as needed to remain informed of agency and program needs.
• Assist with maintaining current funding and generating increased funding from grantors.
• Manage relationships with funders, with specific emphasis on corporate, foundation, and government entities.
• Maintain database of information about funders, including deadlines, areas of interest, request for funding, funding, contact people and any contact made with funder.
• Assist with maintenance of grant files – funded and not funded.
• Ensure that funder’s reporting requirements are met through communication with Bill Wilson Center accounting department, database manager, director of agency program quality improvement and program staff.
• Participate in agency Program Quality Improvement activities and initiatives.
• Participate in agency Safety initiatives and proactively report safety issues to Facility Manager.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; and two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Should exhibit strong writing skills with high level knowledge of grammar and spelling. Excellent communication skills required. Must be able to manage multiple timelines and deadlines and work independently. Knowledge of California foundations and corporate community, especially those who invest in youth programs, is desirable. Knowledge of mental health and social services trends and best practices a plus. Microsoft Office experience required.
Valid California driver’s license with access to a personal vehicle with current insurance that can be used for company business. Fingerprinting/background check as required by the Department of Justice and/or Title XXII regulations.

SALARY RANGE:
Depending on experience. Benefits include employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability and Employee Assistance Program as well as access to Flexible Spending Account for Health and Dependent Care and Commuter Benefits, Voluntary Short Term Disability, Supplemental Life Insurance, Voluntary Accident Insurance and Retirement Plan with discretionary Employer Contribution. We also have a generous Personal Time Off (PTO) Plan and Paid Holidays. In addition, we offer extensive training, mileage reimbursement, cell phone stipend, staff Wellness Program/Activities and much more!

For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume AND TWO WRITING SAMPLES and be sure to reference the position name in the subject line and/or cover letter: Resumes received without writing samples will not be considered.

BILL WILSON CENTER
ATTN: Resumes
FAX: (408) 244-4022
Email: resumes@billwilsoncenter.org

EEO
Bill Wilson Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. Because of a need to remain responsive to the needs of our clients and our Agency’s operations, responsibilities may be modified at any time.

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