Grants Coordinator - Closes 8/7/2026

Southern Ute Indian Tribe; Ignacio (CO); On-site; USD 61,203 - 74,804; Full time

Job summary

The Grants Coordinator at Southern Ute Indian Tribe will plan, write, edit, and prepare grant applications while conducting prospect research and coordinating with Tribal staff on proposals. You will monitor programs to ensure compliance with grant regulations and assist with financial and budget reporting.

This role requires a BA/BS and 2 years of grant writing experience, solid knowledge of finance and grant administration, and proficiency in Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat; a successful track

Qualifications

• Must have a BA/BS in Professional/Technical Writing, Communication, Marketing, English, or related field.
• Must have 2 years of grant writing experience including preparing grant applications and renewals.
• Must have experience reviewing and interpreting sponsor, state, and federal grant regulations.
• Must provide demonstrated record of securing funding because of grant applications and renewals.
• Must have advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat®.
• Must have general experience and knowledge of finance, budget development, and grant administration.
• Must complete a Microsoft Word and Excel exercise to verify knowledge and writing ability.
• Must pass a thorough criminal history background check.

Responsibilities

• Plan, write, edit, and prepare grant applications; conduct prospect research and coordinate with Tribal staff on grant matters.
• Assist in monitoring programs to ensure compliance with grant or contract regulations, including financial and budget reporting.
• Collaborate with departments to secure funding and maintain grant administration records.

Skills

Grant writing

Research

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

BA/BS in Professional/Technical Writing, Communication, Marketing, English, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Grants.gov

Job description

Closing Date

Position closes at 5:00 pm Mountain Standard Time on 8/7/2026.

Position Summary

The Grants Coordinator is responsible for planning, writing, editing, and preparing grant applications; conducting prospect/foundation/federal agency research, working closely with Tribal staff members on grant application matters. In addition, the Grants Coordinator is responsible for assisting in monitoring programs to ensure compliance with grant or contract regulations including financial and budget reporting. This position is a grade E14; pay is $68,004.00/annually.

Education And Experience

• Must have a BA/BS in Professional/Technical Writing, Communication, Marketing, English, or related field.


• Must have 2 years of grant writing experience including preparing grant applications and renewals.


• Must have experience reviewing and interpreting sponsor, state, and federal grant regulations.


• Must provide demonstrated record of securing funding because of grant applications and renewals.


• Must have advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat®.


• Must have general experience and knowledge of finance, budget development, and grant administration.


• Must complete a Microsoft Word and Excel exercise to verify knowledge and writing ability.


• Must pass a thorough criminal history background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five years of grant writing experience.


• Grant writing experience working for a Native American Tribe or organization.


• Demonstrated record of securing more than $200K in funding as a result of grant applications and renewals.


• Experience using grants.gov and/or similar grant application/administration sites.


• Experience developing and conducting training for groups and individuals.


• Experience developing/using databases and tracking systems: Excel, Access, and related tools.


• A valid driver’s license for state of residency and insurable under the Tribal Vehicle Insurance Policy.

Company

Southern Ute Indian Tribe

Job Location

Ignacio,CO

Hiring Preference

TERO Preference.