Strategic Grants Programs Lead

City of Farmers Branch; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-Day Work-Week

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

TMRS Pension

Empower Retirement

Vacation, Sick and Paid Holidays

Job summary

The City of Farmers Branch is seeking a Grants Coordinator to manage all aspects of the city's grants program, including research, applications, administration, and reporting for federal, state, and private foundation opportunities. The role requires strong grant writing, project management, regulatory compliance, and financial administration.

The position serves as the central point of contact across City departments and reports to the Finance Manager, ensuring funding opportunities are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, or related field with one year grant-related experience.
• Knowledge of federal/state grant programs and compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple complex grant projects to deadlines.
• Strong writing and proposal development skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify grant opportunities from federal, state, and private sources.
• Develop and submit detailed grant proposals with budgets and timelines.
• Monitor post-award expenditures and ensure compliance with grant terms.
• Prepare financial and programmatic reports and coordinate audits.
• Serve as liaison between City departments and funding agencies.

Skills

Grant writing

Proposal development

Project coordination

Financial analysis

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/ Public Administration

Tools

Grant management software

Job description

The City of Farmers Branch is seeking a Grants Coordinator to manage all aspects of the city's grants program, including research, applications, administration, and reporting for federal, state, and private foundation opportunities. The role requires strong grant writing, project management, regulatory compliance, and financial administration.

The position serves as the central point of contact across City departments and reports to the Finance Manager, ensuring funding opportunities are