***This position is open through Friday, June 23, 2023***
The Redding Rancheria is seeking a Grant Writer
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for researching local, state, and national grant opportunities for the Redding Rancheria. Writes grant applications for Redding Rancheria its entities to obtain funding to develop tribal programs. Incumbent adheres to all grant reporting requirements in a timely manner.
REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, creative writing, or related field.
- Minimum of two years of grant writing experience.
- Must pass pre-employment drug screening.
- Indian preference.
ESENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Research and identify grant funding opportunities for the Redding Rancheria and its entities to obtain funding for existing programs and new programs.
- Adhering to grant deadlines for grant applications.
- Study and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs, and financial needs of the organization.
- Draft grant proposals and supporting documents based on the funding requirements of the organization.
- Respond to internal and external quires on drafted and submitted proposals.
- Maintain positive relationships with fund providers and other stakeholders.
- Maintain records of all grant proposals, documents, submissions, etc.
- Maintain and submit grant reports in a timely manner, according to grant requirements.
- Conduct interviews with key employees in the organization and perform comprehensive research to complete grant project applications or required reports.
- Write compelling grant applications that display meticulous grammar and spelling.
- Displays adherence to the Tribe’s mission.
A completed Redding Rancheria job application must be submitted in order to be considered for employment. You can fill out an application online at www.reddingrancheria-nsn.gov, please fax (530-242-4563) or email (employment@reddingrancheria-nsn.gov).
All certifications, credentials/ licenses, education verification /degrees and/or transcripts, and Indian verification are required to process your application.
Indian preference applies, but we welcome all applicants who wish to apply for this position. Certification of Native American heritage needs to be attached to the job application.
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background screening clearance. All employees are required to submit to a Tuberculosis test (TB) test after they are hired in addition to being tested annually.
To minimize the spread of COVID-19, the Redding Rancheria will require all healthcare employees to report their vaccination status and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Any healthcare employees with medical conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from taking the vaccine may be entitled to an exemption.
Additional Information:
We offer a competitive salary as well as having a work schedule running Monday through Friday. In addition, Redding Rancheria offers an excellent benefit package containing Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short/Long Term disability, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave as well as a generous 401(k) retirement plan.
Redding Rancheria is a federally recognized Tribe with Pit River, Wintu and Yana people where pride in Tribal culture, history and identity is evident internally and in the larger community. Redding Rancheria is a leader in the constructive development of its people, the larger Indian community and the Redding region.
E-Verify Statement
Redding Rancheria participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Visit the E-Verify URL below for more information.
https://www.e-verify.gov/employees
For further information, please contact Human Resources Dept. at (530) 225-8979.