Grant Writer

Accomack County Public Schools is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and highly organized Grant Writer to support the school division in identifying funding opportunities and developing competitive grant proposals that strengthen educational programs and services for students.

The Grant Writer will research grant opportunities, prepare proposals and supporting materials, assist with grant applications, and collaborate with administrators, educators, and department leaders to develop compelling funding requests. This position provides an excellent opportunity for an emerging professional who is passionate about education and wants to use strong writing and research skills to create meaningful opportunities for students and schools.

The ideal candidate is an excellent writer, a careful researcher, an organized project manager, and someone who can turn program ideas and community needs into clear, persuasive funding proposals.

Essential Responsibilities.

• Monitor grant announcements, deadlines, eligibility requirements, and funding priorities.
• Draft and edit grant proposals, letters of intent, narratives, executive summaries, and supporting documents.
• Develop clear statements of need, project descriptions, goals, objectives, timelines, and anticipated outcomes.
• Assist with the preparation of grant
• Maintain records of submitted proposals, awards, correspondence, and grant-related materials.
• Track grant requirements and help ensure funded programs remain aligned with grant objectives.
• Ability to organize information and maintain electronic and physical records.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic to intermediate computer skills.
• Ability to perform accurate and efficient data entry.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel, or comparable software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with data entry, administrative support and office work

Pay: $23.50 - $26.70 per hour

Experience:

• Administrative: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: Remote