Grants Manager: Strategic Funding & Compliance

Mayor and City Council of Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 89,994 - 143,864; Full time

Job summary

The Baltimore City Health Department (BCHD) seeks a dynamic Grants Manager to support the grants management team. You will research funding sources aligned with BCHD’s mission, work with the Grants Director and Finance, and help prepare proposals, reports, and budgets in a fast‑paced environment.

This role requires strong analytical ability, collaboration across departments, and a commitment to BCHD’s values and City objectives. A proactive, detail‑oriented professional will thrive.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; equivalents of education and experience may be considered.
• Six years of administrative, technical, or professional work, including one year of supervision or project management.
• Valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver’s license or equivalent; provisional licenses not acceptable.
• Knowledge of public and business administration; strong research and analytical capabilities; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Support BCHD departments in setting annual grant goals based on identified opportunities.
• Track grant development, submission, and award activity; prepare and present updates on grant proposals, awards, and funding status.
• Draft, review, and submit grant proposals, letters of intent, and required reports; coordinate cross‑departmental input for applications.
• Monitor monthly progress toward departmental grantsmanship goals; prepare and present monthly progress reports.
• Maintain accurate records of monthly grant expenditures and activities by funder‑approved budget line.

Skills

Public administration

Budgeting

Research skills

Analytical skills

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent experience considered

Job description

The Baltimore City Health Department (BCHD) seeks a dynamic Grants Manager to support the grants management team. You will research funding sources aligned with BCHD’s mission, work with the Grants Director and Finance, and help prepare proposals, reports, and budgets in a fast‑paced environment.

This role requires strong analytical ability, collaboration across departments, and a commitment to BCHD’s values and City objectives. A proactive, detail‑oriented professional will thrive.