Grants & Sustainability Programs Specialist

Fort Pierce Utilities Authority; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Pierce Utilities Authority seeks a Grant Programs Coordinator to support the Director of Public Affairs & Sustainability in administering grant-funded sustainability programs across wastewater, sewer, electric grid modernization, and related initiatives. You will track opportunities, develop proposals, and coordinate with multiple divisions to ensure compliance and timely reporting.

The role requires strong writing, presentation and MS Office skills, with the ability to manage budgets and

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Program Management or related field or equivalent experience.
• Exceptional interpersonal and writing skills; ability to communicate with customers clearly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; demonstrated ability to score 70%+ in Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Public Affairs & Sustainability in administering grant-funded sustainability programs across utility services.
• Research, identify, and track grant opportunities; communicate viable options to appropriate divisions.
• Coordinate development of grant proposals including narrative development and project budgets; prepare related materials.
• Track and manage active state and federal grants to ensure compliance with spending and timelines.
• Facilitate onboarding workshops for grant project staff with clear protocols and responsible parties.
• Serve as liaison with granting agencies to ensure compliance and cooperative relationships.
• Develop grant reports for submission to grantors, including narratives and reimbursement requests.
• Assist in communications and branding for grant-related marketing; track program metrics for reporting.

Skills

Project management

Public speaking

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Associate Degree in Program Management or related field

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Fort Pierce Utilities Authority seeks a Grant Programs Coordinator to support the Director of Public Affairs & Sustainability in administering grant-funded sustainability programs across wastewater, sewer, electric grid modernization, and related initiatives. You will track opportunities, develop proposals, and coordinate with multiple divisions to ensure compliance and timely reporting.

The role requires strong writing, presentation and MS Office skills, with the ability to manage budgets and