Under the guidance and direction of the Director of Fund Development, the Grant Writer will work to identify, define, and develop funding sources to support existing and planned programs. This role specifically focuses on securing unrestricted funding to support the organization’s mission. The Grant Writer will work closely with both the Director of Fund Development and the Chief Advancement Officer to identify and pursue funding opportunities that contribute to the organization’s financial sustainability and growth. The ideal candidate will bring great energy, a positive attitude, and a willingness to adapt on the fly in a dynamic work environment.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Business, Nonprofit Management, or a related field preferred
3+ years grant writing, fundraising, or nonprofit development, with a proven track record of securing grants
Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to identify viable funding opportunities
Experience with writing grants in social services programs including entrepreneurship, housing, health, workforce development and/or K-12 education
Advanced proficiency is MS Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint • Strong and engaging verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling abilities with a keen eye for detail
Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, concise, and compelling narratives
Experience working with donor databases and grant management systems preferred
Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple deadlines and priorities simultaneously
Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM for data entry and record keeping
Ability to build effective business relationships with corporate and donor communities
Strong, results-oriented collaboration, project coordination and organizational skills
Willingness and ability to maintain a flexible work schedule when necessary consistent with the demands and needs of the executive team, volunteers, community leaders and related special events
Knowledge of nonprofit funding trends, grant compliance, and funder expectations
Passion for ULMS’s mission and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
ULMS Total Compensation
** Most Benefits will take effect on the 1st of the month following a 60-day waiting period
Medical - $8,741.40 per year
Dental - $570 per year
Vision - $65.04 per year
Group Life & ADD - $41.70 per year
Employee Assistance Program - $57.60 per year
403(b) retirement - $100 per month
Health & Fitness Benefit - $419.88 per year
LinkedIn Learning Account
Professional Development Funds – up to $1500 per year for approved professional development activities
Paid Time Off
~ 3.5 weeks of PTO accrued annually during first 24 months of employment
8 annual personal holiday/health and wellness days*
11 paid holidays + 6 day paid winter holiday break Paid Time Off • ~ 3.5 weeks of PTO accrued annually during first 24 months of employment • 8 annual personal holiday/health and wellness days* • 11 paid holidays + 6 day paid winter holiday break
WA State Paid Family & Medical Leave – 0.8% of salary - 100% employer paid
Workers Compensation Coverage - $395.20 - $3,591.33 per year (depending on class code) Taxes – 9.8% of salary
At Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our program participants, and our community. ULMS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment or services on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.
Flexible work from home options available.