Grant Writer/Grants Manager

As our Grant Writer/Grants Manager, you play a key role in securing and sustaining funding from a diverse portfolio of funders that contribute to our $57.8M in annual revenue. You will create clear, concise, and compelling grant proposals and reports that support thousands of scholars in their journeys to and through college. Day to day, you will prepare grant proposals and reports, collaborate with Central and site-based teams to gather necessary information, and work with a group of passionate writers to share knowledge and best practices. To thrive in this job, you must be a highly skilled, persuasive writer and collaborator.

Interested? Keep reading.

College Track is a comprehensive college completion program that equips scholars confronting systemic barriers to earn a bachelor’s degree in pursuit of a life of opportunity, choice, purpose, and power. We are a values-first organization, placing commitment, passion, joy, authenticity and excellence at the center of everything we do across our 12 sites.

You’ll know Grant Writer/Grants Manager is the right fit for you if…

You are a skilled, persuasive, and sophisticated writer whose words inspire action, particularly when telling the stories of historically underrepresented communities through an asset-based lens.
You are an adept project manager, able to plan and execute effectively while juggling multiple, concurrent deadlines with precision.
You excel at building authentic, joyful relationships and using them to drive projects forward toward shared goals.
You are a meticulous writer and big-picture thinker, committed to proofreading until there are no errors.
You are excited to work remotely or hybrid from any of our regional locations: Oakland, CA; Sacramento, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Denver, CO; New Orleans, LA; or the D.C. Metro Area.

As a member of College Track’s team, you would be provided access to extensive benefits centered around three core areas of wellness: health care, work-life balance, and financial security. We believe time off is essential to success and provide up to 26 discretionary time off days (Sick and Vacation) in addition to 28 paid office closure and holiday days in your first year of employment. Learn more about benefits here (bit.ly/JpBs22) and learn more about the role by viewing the full job description here (bit.ly/CT22GM).

This position is full-time, offering a comprehensive compensation range that varies by location, with exact compensation dependent on experience. The full salary range for each of the locations is below:

Oakland, CA ($78,000-$95,000)
Sacramento, CA ($70,000-$85,500)
Los Angeles, CA ($70,000-$85,500)
Denver, CO ($70,000-$85,500)
New Orleans, LA ($62,000-$75,500)
D.C. Metro Area ($78,000-$95,000)

As someone new to the role, you can expect an offer in the second quartile to ensure internal equity while leaving room for salary growth during your time in the position.

Oakland, CA ($82,250 - $86,499)
Sacramento, CA ($73,875 - $77,749)
Los Angeles, CA ($73,875 - $77,749)
Denver, CO ($73,875 - $77,749)
New Orleans, LA ($65,375 - $68,749)
D.C. Metro Area ($82,250 - $86,499)

How To Apply

We’d love to get to know you. To apply, fill out the application and upload your resume. Given the writing-centered nature of this role, a cover letter is required.

College Track is an equal-opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. College Track does not discriminate based on race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression and strongly encourages all to apply.

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