Grants & Project Manager

Feather River Tribal Health, Inc.; Oroville (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Feather River Tribal Health, Inc. seeks a Grant & Project Manager to secure funds for FRTH programs and manage the full grant lifecycle. You will identify opportunities, coordinate proposals, and ensure adherence to funder guidelines and internal policies.

The role requires experience with grants, budgeting, and regulatory reporting, with a focus on Native American communities. This on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and collaborative teamwork across departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience with accounting principles preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience working with grants, compliance and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Identify, define, and develop funding sources for FRTH programs.
• Prepare, write, and submit grant proposals to federal, state, and private funders.
• Coordinate grant administration, budgeting, reporting, and compliance.
• Develop databases and processes to track grant activity and outcomes.
• Ensure grant activities align with agency priorities and policies.
• Monitor grant objectives and respond to changes in grant requirements.

Skills

Grant writing

Budgeting & fiscal management

Effective communication

Project coordination

Data analysis

Native American culture understanding

Prioritization & organization

Knowledge of grants & compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience with accounting principles

5+ years grants/compliance experience

Job description

Feather River Tribal Health – Where Purpose Meets Passion

For over four decades, Feather River Tribal Health (FRTH) has been a trusted healthcare home for families throughout the region. Established through the dedication of local tribal communities, FRTH was built on a promise: to provide compassionate, culturally grounded, patient-centered care for all. What began as a small community clinic has grown into a full-service healthcare network committed to wellness, prevention, and the belief that high-quality care should be accessible to everyone.

At FRTH, patients come first, always. Our team is driven by core values of respect, integrity, and cultural humility. We take pride in creating a warm and inclusive environment where every individual is treated with dignity and where employees know their work makes a true difference in the lives of others.

Joining our team means more than starting a job, it means becoming part of a mission. You’ll work alongside passionate, supportive professionals who believe in giving back, strengthening community wellness, and delivering care that honors both the individual and the cultures we serve.

Whether you’re a healthcare provider, clinical support professional, or part of our administrative team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Make a meaningful impact in underserved and tribal communities
• Provide care in a setting where quality, compassion, and cultural respect guide every decision
• Grow your career with ongoing training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities
• Work in a values-driven organization that celebrates collaboration and innovation
• Be part of a workplace where your work truly matters

At Feather River Tribal Health, we don’t just care for patients; we care for people, community, and each other. If you’re looking for a career with purpose, connection, and heart, you’ll find it here.

Join us and help shape the future of community health.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Grant & Project Manager will identify, define, and develop funding sources to support existing and planned program

activities as well as lead the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to federal, state, and

private funding agencies. Coordinates the application process including planning, organization, preparation,

writing and the administration of all the grants awarded to the agency. Under the direction of the Chief

Financial Officer and Chief Executive Officer and grant project managers, interacts with partners and

administrative staff to ensure the grant is compliant with regulatory funding agency, and policy requirements.

Grant & Project Manager will work with administrative staff and other department heads to find applicable grants,

and in conjunction with administrative staff and department heads, will spearhead the application process.

Monitors the grant objectives and goals of each FRTH grant to ensure compliance and reporting

requirements are met in a timely manner. This position has a high level of independent judgment and must

be able to multi-task.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Executive Officer, the Grant & project manager coordinates the planning and implementation of grant activities for each of the grants awarded to FRTH.
2. Researches and identifies new government, corporate, foundation and private funding prospects to match Agency priorities.
3. Helps grant project managers by assisting with implementation of grant requirements.
4. Prepares and compiles grant submission information in conjunction with FRTH staff and grant partners, ensuring that the grant proposals and reports are formatted, reported, and submitted in accordance with granting agency requirements.
5. Advises and/or assists as appropriate in the design, formatting and preparation of grant documentation, to include creation of computerized statistical summaries and/or graphics for grant and financial reporting.
6. Develops and maintains specialized databases and systems for recording and tracking grant information and related statistical information; creates and distributes standard and special reports, studies, summaries, and analyses, as required.
7. Develops and maintains a library of reference documentation, including such information as funding agency requirements and forms, partner profiles and curriculum vitae, abstracts and reference literature, and other pertinent material.
8. Monitors and coordinates the administration of the FRTH grants to ensure that budgeting and administrative policies, procedures, and agency requirements are being followed; manages administrative issues and/or budget changes occurring during the awarded granting period.
9. Maintains library of grant funding policies, regulations, and procedures related to each grant; disseminates and/or presents changes to project managers and participates in the implementation of changes required by the grants.
10. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the Fiscal Department.
11. At the time of hire, each employee will meet with their supervisor to set measurable goals and objectives that are a requirement for the position. These measurables will be monitored by the supervisor and reviewed during the introductory period. They will also be utilized in the annual performance evaluation. The measurables may change from year to year. The supervisor is responsible to notify the employee of any new measurables at the time of the performance review.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Perform such duties and special projects as determined by the agency as required to carry out project's goals and objectives.
2. Learn and implement electronic health records functions as they continue to evolve related to grants.
3. Attend staff trainings and meetings as required.
4. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
5. Contributes to a safe educational and working environment by participating in all drills and training and being prepared to take action should a health or safety emergency occur.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of Native American culture.
2. Ability to develop and implement grants and other proposals.
3. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
4. Ability to collect and analyze information, and to devise and develop statistical analyses and reports.
5. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
6. Ability to assist to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections.
7. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
8. Ability to conduct literature searches.
9. Knowledge of budgeting and fiscal management principles and procedures.
10. Demonstrate awareness, sensitivity and appreciation of Native American culture, traditions, customs and socioeconomic needs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. High school diploma or GED.
2. Experience with accounting principles preferred.
3. At least 5 years of experience working with grants, compliance and reporting requirements, and by experience that can be demonstrated to be applicable to the duties listed in the job description.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel or crouch; and talk and hear within normal range.

The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, climb, or balance and use taste and smell senses.

The employee must regularly be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

This position is physically and emotionally challenging. There is a high degree of stress. Ability to deal with time constraints and emotional stress related to grant compliance are also essential functions of this job.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to odors and airborne particles.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Feather River Tribal Health, Inc. is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. As a federally funded Tribal Health Program, FRTH must comply with Executive Order No. 12564 (Sept. 15, 1986)(51 F.R. 32889 (requiring a Drug Free Workplace) and the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 (U.S.C. 8101-8106). As such, FRTH does require drug testing at the time of hire and upon reasonable suspicion after hire. All FRTH employees are required to comply with FRTH’s drug free workplace policies and applicable federal laws as a condition of employment.

Reasonable accommodations will be given to qualified disabled applicants pursuant to Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U. S. Code 791, Title 29, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

• Hourly Rate: $40.00- $41.62 depending on experience
• Health Insurance: Employer-paid medical coverage starting the month after hire for all tiers — Self, Self + One, and Self + Family
• Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid for employee-only coverage; additional family coverage available at a competitive rate
• 401(k) Plan: Available immediately upon hire with a 4% employer match
• Life Insurance: $20,000 employer-paid policy for full-time employees, with options to purchase additional coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation begins accruing on your first day — up to 80 hours annually