Grant Writer

Salt Lake City, UT

Full Time

Mid Level

Who We Are

The Road Home was founded in 1923 and has been a leader in the endeavor to end homelessness for over 100 years. We provide low-barrier emergency shelters, supportive services, and housing-first-minded rental assistance that helps individuals and families step out of homelessness and back into the community. We are seeking compassionate and empathetic individuals who are interested in making a difference in the lives of others and their community.

The Road Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Our mission to help people experiencing homelessness is strengthened by a highly qualified team with a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique strengths.

We welcome applicants from all walks of life who share our passion for ending homelessness, collaboration, and compassion. Together, we can create a supportive environment where every voice is heard, and every person has the opportunity to succeed.

BENEFIT SUMMARY

The Road Home is a 501c3 non-profit social services agency whose mission is to help people step out of homelessness and back into our community.
Come be part of the solution.
We have a robust, reasonably-priced, and inclusive benefits plan for full and part-time employees (25-40 hours/week)

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
HSA, FSA, HRA (We reimburse part of your deductible!)
Retirement Plan (403B with TRH contribution and match)
FREE Life Insurance for employees
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 12 Public Holidays)
One Floating Holiday Per Year
Free Short Term & Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Free Training & Development
Tuition Assistance for a wide variety of classes!
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying agency

Job Summary

The Grant Writer’s primary responsibility is securing adequate private monetary support for The Road Home’s critical programs. The Grant Writer must communicate The Road Home’s story, mission, and vision to potential funders about our programs and work through all aspects of the grant cycle, from application to reporting. This position requires a high degree of organization, attention to detail, flexibility, and the ability to learn new tasks. This position will interact with multiple departments to compile documents, gather information, and write applications accurately to reflect current and future needs for all grants. The Grant Writer assists with program descriptions and data organization within the agency as we work to help people step out of homelessness and back into housing.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions, so please still apply

*Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

*This is an in-person position that requires travel between various resource centers and shelters. There may be flexibility for occasional remote work with work plan approval from the Development Director

Positions Available
1

Locations
Headquaters (HQ)
1415 S Main Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84115

Shift
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm

Reports to
Director of Development

Position Status
Full-Time

Grade, Starting Rate
Grade 9, $24.25/HR

FLSA Status
Exempt

Grant Writing

Manages timelines/deadlines for all foundation and corporate funding opportunities and communicates these to the Leadership Team. Ensures timely application submission to meet all deadlines and reports for up to 150 grants each year.
The grant writer is supported in this position by the Donor Relations Specialist and the Development Specialist.
Researches and identifies funding deadlines for current grant giving entities; analyzes giving history with our organization as well as other organizations; authors grant applications, including correspondence; coordinates interdepartmentally, including with Accounting for financials/ budgets, IT for stats, and other departments as needed.
Maintains grants calendar with clearly identified due dates for applications, grant reports, required trainings and meetings.
Records grants submission/grant reporting in donor database in a timely manner, as well as master grant status sheet and monthly dashboard.
Recommends appropriate new grants for application and works with Director of Development to determine suitability.

Identifying Funding Opportunities

Assists Chief Executive Officer and Director of Development with written correspondence as needed.
Supports the Development department with events and activities as needed.
Analyzes donor database for lapsed foundations and corporations; uses Instrumental directory and list servers for potential new funding opportunities.
Solicits input and provides suggestions to staff to help to create a case for support for programs.
Attends grant training, coordinates with other community providers, and relay important guidance to program supervisors.
Coordinate with individual departments and Grants Management on specific needs related to private funding.

Promoting Best Practice

Demonstrates awareness of and desire to understand diverse populations.
Ability to contribute to the agency’s commitment to enhancing awareness and appreciation.
Willingness to learn and promote best practices such as Trauma-Informed Care, housing-focused solutions, harm reduction, low-barrier access to resources, etc.
Ability to set and maintain healthy boundaries.

*Other duties as assigned

Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required.
Two years’ experience in grant writing preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities

Ability to think strategically, collaborate with team members, and take initiative.
Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
Possesses excellent organizational skills, decision-making ability, and attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
Ability to think critically, prioritize, and make emotionally intelligent decisions.
Ability to work well in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
Ability to analyze and systematically compile and track information; prepare professional reports and correspondence.
Excellent knowledge of management information systems and software programs such as Microsoft Office, Excel, and the integration of such programs with donor database (EveryAction CRM).
Self-starter and self-directed.
Familiarity with Trauma-Informed Care and Housing First philosophies preferred.
Demonstrates sensitivity to diverse populations. Ability to contribute to the agency’s commitment to enhancing awareness and appreciation of diverse ethnic and cultural heritages.

Physical and Equipment Requirements

Ability to lift 25 pounds (tables).
Ability to sit, stand or walk for an hour or more at a time.
Ability to use stairs, steps, and ladders
Ability to twist, bend, stoop and squat

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