Grant Development Specialist

4 weeks ago


Overland Park, United States JEO Consulting Group Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Company Overview

JEO is not your typical engineering firm. We have a welcoming, fun, and laid-back culture that encourages communication and collaboration where our greatest strength is our team members. If you value great work-life integration and work best in a relaxed, supportive, and inclusive environment, we may be the place where you ARE the best version of yourself. We are a relationship-based company that prioritizes building people and providing opportunities.

With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, JEO has been serving clients since 1937. We are a leading multidisciplinary firm working hard to improve the communities in which we live, work and play. Join us at JEO and become part of our team that blends expertise, fun and passion for serving each other and our communities. Together, we can make a difference while building a rewarding career

Job Summary

The Grant Development Specialist position will assist our client in acquiring financial support from external entities by identifying funding opportunities and writing and preparing grant proposals.

The Grant Development Specialist will:

  • Write grant proposals and research potential funding opportunities from, public, private, state, and federal sources
  • Assist with communication of funding opportunities, coordination strategies, determine eligibility, and program requirements
  • Assist in the preparation of the proposals, edit and prepare the final application package for submission. Monitor funded activities
  • Monitor JEO’s compliance with proposal objectives and funding agencies reporting and accountability standards
  • Develop and maintain an internal summary of available funding opportunities and calendar of deadlines. Review proposal feedback for potential resubmission opportunities and/or submission to other grant agencies
  • Attend conferences to identify new and changing funding opportunities

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Planning, Journalism, or related fields
  • 3+ years of experience in grant writing or funding  
  • Outstanding technical writing and editing, and organization skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work effectively under deadlines
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Independent and resourceful research skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) grant writing and administration
  • Knowledge of public facilities and infrastructure
  • CDBG certified, or willingness to obtain certification
  • Familiarity with state and federal funding programs
  • Experience with grants.gov portal

With offices throughout Nebraska, Iowa, and Kansas, JEO is proud to offer a robust benefits package designed to support and protect our employees and their loved ones. In turn, we trust these benefits and rewards will amplify the pride and satisfaction you feel as an integral part of JEO. A few of the highlights include competitive salaries, insurance options, vacation/sick/flex time, 401K matching, wellness incentives, comprehensive career development support, an annual bonus program, participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and much more aimed at enriching your experience with us.

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