Public Funding Coordinator

Habitat For Humanity of Greater Los Angeles; Bellflower (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Sick Leave

Holidays

Employee Discounts

Parental Leave

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles is seeking an organized administrative support specialist to assist the Public Funding Team with clerical tasks, data entry, mailings, scheduling, and project-based work.

You will help manage public funding contracts and coordinate grant research to support funding applications, partnering with staff and community partners to advance housing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Pass drug test, background check, and driving record
• Must have CA Driver's License and personal automobile liability insurance
• Reliable internet connection
• Minimum 2 years of administrative support experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience researching grants and funding opportunities
• Experience scheduling meetings and coordinating calendars
• Ability to prepare mailings, forms, and reports

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support and file management for the PF team
• Assist with logistics for submission and management of public funding contracts
• Research and steward funder prospects and data on opportunities
• Communicate with elected officials and government entities regarding funding

Skills

Administrative support

Microsoft Office

Grant research

Scheduling

Communication

Tools

Grant research tools

Job description

• Job Category Office
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

WHO YOU ARE

You're someone who people can rely on, and you're always there when they need a helping hand. You're looking for a new position where you can make a difference in your life, the lives of others, and the world. In return, you seek an organization that appreciates your individuality and supports you as a member of a diverse and talented team.

WHO WE ARE

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles has been an active affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International for more than 30 years. By building and preserving affordable housing through new construction, renovations, and home repairs, Habitat LA is transforming communities throughout Los Angeles County. Through access to affordable loans, housing counseling, down-payment assistance, skilled construction training, financial education, and volunteer opportunities, the organization has strengthened families, helped stabilize communities, and fostered economic vitality in the region. On average, the affiliate builds and renovates 100 homes in the Los Angeles region each year, ranking it among the largest affiliates nationwide.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA) is seeking an individual who will provide administrative support for the Public Funding Team, including clerical, data entry, mailings, scheduling, and project-based work. This position will also involve participation in team activities, meetings, and events, as well as support public funding applications.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide administrative support and file management for the PF team.
• Assist with logistical support related to submission and management of public funding contracts that fund Mortgage Assistance, Affordable Housing Construction, Housing Counseling, Home Preservation, and Wildfire Recovery, and other programs
• Research and stewardship: assist with funder prospecting via common grant research avenues, research grant information, and collect and compile data on public funding opportunities.
• Communicate with elected, city, and government officials regarding potential and current funding.

SUMMARY OF JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to successfully pass a drug test, background check, and driving record check
• Must have access to reliable transportation to perform job duties, a valid CA Driver’s License, and meet the state-required amount of personal automobile liability insurance
• Must have a reliable internet connection
• Minimum of 2 years of administrative support experience, preferably in a nonprofit or grant-funded environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable learning new software skills
• Ability to research grants and funding opportunities, compile data, and be comfortable navigating grant research tools
• Experience scheduling meetings, coordinating calendars, and preparing materials for team use
• Ability to prepare and process mailings, forms, and reports efficiently

BENEFITS: WE TAKE CARE OF OUR EMPLOYEES

Habitat La jobs come with great benefits including but not limited to

• 100% employer paid Life Insurance for all employees.
• Very generous 401(K) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Vacation.
• Sick Leave Available.
• 12 Paid Holidays.
• Bereavement, Jury Duty, and Voting hours available.
• Employee discounts on items sold in our ReStores.
• Exclusive discounts to amusement parks, entertainment & more.
• Maternity and Parental Leave.
• Employee Assistance, Mental Health, and Counseling Sessions.
• We often promote from within our organization.
• Pet Insurance.
• Free employee parking.

COMPENSATION

Pay Range: $22.00 - $25.00/hr.
Salary offers are based on several factors, including job-related knowledge, experience, and qualifications. Offers are between the entry to mid-level range.

From versatile health perks to new career opportunities, check us out at: www.habitatla.org to learn more about our organization and the great work we do!

Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including low-income communities, veterans, and formerly incarcerated individuals, to apply. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment where all qualified candidates are considered, and we value the unique perspectives and experiences that each individual brings.