Job description

Please apply online at: https://californiaacademyofsciences.applytojob.com/apply/gZed5di6My/Government-Grants-Officer

Reporting to the Associate Director of Foundation and Government Grants, the Government Grants Officer will manage state and federal grant submissions in support of the California Academy of Sciences’ mission to regenerate the natural world through science, learning, and collaboration. This position is part of a team that solicits significant grants for the Academy's core programs as well as global, cross-functional, and forward-thinking restricted gifts that advance research and science education to promote regenerative solutions in the Bay Area and around the world. This is a full-time position.

We are committed to ensuring diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion are intrinsic to Academy culture and operations, from recruitment and retention to science and advocacy. Explore Our Commitment to Racial Equity to learn about our intentional engagement of traditionally excluded groups in an effort to spark interest in or foster pathways to scientific careers.

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop compelling government proposals for Academy-wide programs; write proposal templates and reports; research and write proposal attachments for government funders
• Coordinate strategy development in collaboration with Academy leadership, Government Relations, program, and Development staff as required
• Collaborate with Accounting and Finance teams on grant compliance
• Conduct prospect research to identify new state and federal funding opportunities on a regular basis and in partnership with Government Relations, program, and Development staff
• Keep up-to-date on current compliance guidelines through quarterly review process and professional development. Share regular updates with cross-divisional federal grants team and Institutional Philanthropy teammates
• Serve as a content expert on Academy projects, such as environmental issues, sustainability solutions, education, biodiversity science, and related special projects
• Maintain accurate and timely records of all interactions with government funders using Tessitura donor database software
• Manage a grants calendar for government grants to ensure timely submission of proposals and reports; update grant deadlines in donor database as required
• Provide event support (periodically on evenings and weekends)
• Follow all Academy safety regulations
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred.

EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION:

A qualified candidate will have a combination of the following experience and/or equivalent education:

• Demonstrated track record of success in securing state and/or federal grants
• Two years or more of grant writing and compliance experience in a complex, non-profit setting
• Professional training and/or coursework in grant writing and compliance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, ability to manage multiple tasks and projects, and demonstrated success delivering high-quality work and meeting deadlines
• Proactive and solutions-oriented approach to challenges
• Ability to work collegially in a team environment but also independently in an effective and productive manner
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including strong proofreading skills and attention to budget details
• Computer proficiency and ability to learn new software quickly
• Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• G Suite (Google Apps) experience preferred
• Demonstrated database experience, particularly with Tessitura, is a plus
• Comfort working in Grants.gov and other grant portals preferred

• Demonstrated interest and/or expertise in museums and scientific concepts related to biodiversity, sustainability, and the natural world preferred
• An interest and sense of enjoyment when working with different groups of people, exploring diverse viewpoints, and finding points of agreement to move a project forward
• Sense of humor and curiosity

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to meet the job’s essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, use a computer, and communicate on the phone, in person, and online meetings/calls. Must be able to perform repetitive motions 80% of the time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The majority of this job will be computer-based. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work at a computer for a large portion of the day (90%); review a variety of materials, including printed and electronic documents, websites, and emails; move from place to place around the Academy; and communicate with others in person, on the telephone, and online.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Please upload a resume and complete the brief online application.

The California Academy of Sciences will give full consideration for employment to all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (SF Police Code, Article 49).

The California Academy of Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to ensure that all employees and applicants receive equal consideration and treatment, regardless of race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), religion, marital or domestic partner status, age, place of birth, national origin or ancestry, physical, mental or medical disability, height or weight, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship, military service status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law or local ordinance

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Candidates are required to have up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination, including receiving a booster shot, as a condition of employment, absent qualifying exemptions in accordance with applicable laws.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• San Francisco, CA 94118: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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