Senior Writer, Grants

AltaMed Health Services; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Paid CME Days

Malpractice tail coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

AltaMed Health Services is seeking a Senior Grant Writer to join the Grants Development Team. You will respond to government and private funder RFPs, partnering with department leads and a diverse proposal team to craft compelling narratives and budgets for critical healthcare initiatives.

The role emphasizes timely completion of high-quality proposals, potential concept papers, and opportunities to pursue strategic funding aligned with AltaMed's mission of expanding access to care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; PhD preferred in health services or medical field.
• 7+ years of grant writing experience in healthcare nonprofit sector.
• Publication writing and presentation experience in healthcare or related field.

Responsibilities

• Respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and coordinate proposal development with internal and external partners.
• Develop compelling narratives and budgets aligned with AltaMed's goals and program needs.

Skills

Grant writing

Publication experience

Proposal development

Presentation experience

Education

Master's degree

PhD preferred

Job description

Grow HealthyIf you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.Job OverviewThe Senior Grant Writer will work within the Grants Development Team and will have the primary responsibility for responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) issued by government agencies and other institutional funders, including corporate and private foundations. The Grant Writer partners with Department Leads and the proposed implementation team to develop compelling proposals that align with organizational goals and programmatic needs. The Senior Grant Writer coordinates, manages, and at times leads the internal and/or external partner proposal development team process, both soliciting information from partners and crafting the narrative and budget of a proposal. The proposal team may include Principal Investigator PhDs from academic and other institutions, internal AltaMed MD/DO and other clinical providers, Department/Line of Business leaders, and the implementation team for the proposed project. The Senior Grant Writer will be responsible for the timely completion of the proposal development process by the submission of a comprehensive application by the RFP deadline. This position may also proactively seek funding opportunities to be presented to leadership for approval to pursue. This position may also develop concept papers that explain and showcase best practices that expand and enhance the AltaMed operation and programmatic activities.Minimum RequirementsMaster's required, PhD in health services or medical degree preferred.Publication writing and presentation experience in the healthcare or related field required.Minimum of 7 years of grant writing experience in the health care nonprofit sectorCompensation$87,461.21 - $109,326.52 annuallyCompensation DisclaimerActual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.Benefits & Career DevelopmentMedical, Dental and Vision insurance403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributionsFlexible Spending AccountsCommuter Flexible SpendingCareer Advancement & Development opportunitiesPaid Time Off & HolidaysPaid CME DaysMalpractice insurance and tail coverageTuition Reimbursement ProgramCorporate Employee DiscountsEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramPet Care InsuranceJob Advertisement & Application Compliance StatementAltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.