Loan/Grant Facilitator

Farnsworth Group, Inc.; Champaign (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Program

Job summary

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is seeking a Loan/Grant Facilitator to join our Civil Engineering team. This role leads the process of securing and administering state revolving loan programs and supports grant applications for local government units and non-profits.

You will work with engineers and clients to prepare applications, gather information, and monitor loan/grant status, ensuring timely, complete submissions. A bachelor’s degree and strong organizational and communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, nonprofit management, or related fields.
• Applicable experience related to administration of government funded grants and/or loans is preferred but not required.
• Experience with the process for IEPA State Revolving Loan Program preferred.
• Must be an independent worker with excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills with external clients and internal departments required.
• Experience presenting grant applications in front of municipal boards and councils preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administration and completion of loans/grants and IEPA State Revolving Loans.
• Technical writing working with Engineers on the technical aspect of the application.
• Client interaction to secure necessary information and approvals.
• Compiling of technical and administrative documents for the application.
• Working with Agencies and internal staff to submit timely, complete and competitive applications.
• Assist in the monitoring of loan and grant status timelines.
• Close out of loans/grants.
• Documentation of the application process and lessons learned to be used for future grant opportunities to share with the team.
• Screening projects to match needs with funding opportunities.

Skills

Independent work

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Grant presentation experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field

Job description

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Loan/Grant Facilitator to join our team. In this role, you will be part of the Civil Engineering Section that provides design services to municipalities for infrastructure projects related to water, wastewater, parks, streets and sidewalk/trail improvements. This team member would help lead the process of securing and administering the State Revolving Loan program for the municipal projects.

Another component of the position will also help support identification and application for grants as found relevant for local government units, public entities and non-for-profit groups. Loans/Grants pursued may be through Federal and State Governments and may include IEPA, US Corp of Engineers, DCEO, IDOT, IDNR, State and Federal legislatures and others.

What You’ll Do

• Administration and completion of loans/grants and IEPA State Revolving Loans
• Technical writing working with Engineers on the technical aspect of the application
• Client interaction to secure necessary information and approvals.
• Compiling of technical and administrative documents for the application
• Working with Agencies and internal staff to submit timely, complete and competitive applications
• Assist in the monitoring of loan and grant status timelines.
• Close out of loans/grants
• Documentation of the application process and lessons learned to be used for future grant opportunities to share with the team.
• Screening projects to match needs with funding opportunities.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, nonprofit management, or related fields.
• Applicable experience related to administration of government funded grants and/or loans is preferred but not required.
• Experience with the process for IEPA State Revolving Loan Program preferred
• Must be an independent worker with excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills with external clients and internal departments required
• Experience presenting grant applications in front of municipal boards and councils preferred

Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.

Illinois Pay Transparency

$55,000—$84,000 USD

Who We Are

Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural engineering and surveying firm where your career can thrive! For eleven consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With more than 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and communities. Join us and move your career forward.

A Great Place to Work Certified

For eleven consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participate in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.

Full-time Regular Employee Benefits And Perks Include

• 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Professional Development and Training
• Mentoring Program
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Pet Insurance Plan
• Hybrid Work Program

Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success. Please discuss with your recruiter for details.

Statement On Diversity And Inclusion

Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.