Funding Specialist

ISG; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off

Bi-annual profit sharing

401K retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary firm is seeking a Funding Specialist in Bloomington, MN. The successful candidate will identify funding opportunities, prepare grant applications, and collaborate with various internal teams. Requires strong communication skills and at least 3 years of experience in grant writing. Employee benefits include comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and a 401K retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in grant writing, loan application preparation, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of public and private funding programs relevant to architecture, engineering, and construction.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate local, state, federal, and private funding opportunities.
• Complete grant applications across various geographies and entities.
• Prepare application schedules and tailored supporting materials.

Skills

Grant writing

Loan application preparation

Budgeting

Data analysis

Project management tools

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Communications

Job description

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Location: Bloomington, MN

Compensation: $65,000 - $125,000 / year

Description

Founded in 1973, ISG is a multi-disciplinary, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, and interior design firm supporting clients nationwide. Our mission is to simplify solutions and passionately design the future, driving the work we do for our clients. ISG employee owners are motivated by a shared goal to stretch the limits of great design and go above and beyond to positively influence each other, our clients, and the communities we serve. If this sounds like a mission and culture you want to invest in, explore your career potential within our Planning team.

Essential Duties

• Identify and evaluate local, state, federal, and private funding opportunities that align with the firm’s project objectives and client needs. Funding opportunities may include SRF and other state agencies, CDBG, USDA, EPA, DOT, COGs, to name a few
• Stay updated on industry trends, changes in funding criteria, and deadlines for applications
• Complete grant applications that span a great variety of geographies, business units, and granting entities, requiring the ability to learn new tasks and processes effectively and efficiently
• Gather, analyze, and compile necessary information and documentation required for loan and grant applications
• Collaborate with internal teams, including architects, engineers, and project managers, to develop persuasive narratives and ensure technical accuracy
• Prepare application schedules, and supporting materials tailored to specific funding requirements
• Submit complete and timely applications in accordance with funding agency guidelines
• Analyze multiple funding opportunities and identify where alignment exists, creating a complete funding package for projects that may consist of multiple applications or funding sources
• Accountable to manage each application and ensure that they are progressing on applications in a timely manner to meet deadlines
• Monitor the progress of submitted applications and communicate updates to internal and external stakeholders
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the firm and client or organizations applying for the grant.
• Coordinate communication and meetings with funding agencies as needed
• Analyze success rates and provide insights for continuous improvement of application strategies
• Be an accountable, eager, and creative employee owner! Maintain a growth mindset with the potential to develop, build and lead a team

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 3+ years of experience in grant writing, loan application preparation, or a related field
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field (preferred but not required)
• A background in architecture, engineering, or construction management is a plus
• Strong knowledge of public and private funding programs relevant to architecture, engineering, and construction projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to craft compelling proposals
• Proficiency in budgeting, data analysis, and project management tools
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple applications simultaneously
• Familiarity with compliance requirements and regulations of common funding agencies

ISG Employee Owner Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid time off, pro-rated amount available on your start date
• Paid holidays and paid volunteer time
• Paid parental leave
• Bi-annual profit sharing
• Employee Ownership Stock Plan (ESOP)
• 401K retirement plan
• Life insurance
• HSA and FSA options
• Bereavement leave
• Supplemental voluntary benefits
• Short term and long-term disability
• Parking reimbursement, varies on office location
• Cell phone plan reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement for ISG-approved travel

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Sales

Industries

• Architecture and Planning