Senior Grant Project Specialist

Overview

One Agency. One Mission. Public Safety.

Do you have a talent for securing grants and a passion for driving meaningful change? We are seeking a Senior Grant Project Specialist to identify funding opportunities, develop strategic grant initiatives, and support critical programs through expert grant management.

In this role, you will manage the entire grant lifecycle-researching and securing new funding sources, developing and submitting proposals, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. You’ll collaborate with leadership, program managers, and external stakeholders to align grant funding with organizational priorities. Your ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines will be key as you oversee high-value grant initiatives, track project deliverables, and provide strategic insights on fund development.

Additionally, you will build strong relationships with grantors and funding agencies, mentor staff in best practices for grant writing and management, and maintain comprehensive documentation to ensure accountability. If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a proven track record in grant strategy and implementation, we invite you to apply!

The starting salary range for this position is $81,414 to $97,696.
*This is no t a remote position*

Responsibilities

The following statements are illustrative of the duties and responsibilities of the job. The organization retains the right to modify or change the duties and responsibilities of the job at any time.

Essential Functions

• Identifies and secures new revenue opportunities by researching, analyzing, and targeting grant funding sources.
• Develops and implements advanced grant strategies to maximize funding potential, including multi-agency collaboration, competitive grant positioning, and diversified funding portfolios.
• Engages with leadership and program managers to proactively identify funding needs, revenue opportunities, and strategic grant initiatives.
• Leads and coordinates complex, high-value grant applications, ensuring alignment with priorities and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with grantors, funding agencies, foundations, and external partners.
• Mentors and provides guidance, training, and professional development on grant research, writing, and management best practices.
• Oversees grant implementation, including tracking project deliverables, monitoring compliance, managing reporting requirements, and ensuring fiscal accountability.
• Analyzes grant outcomes and financial impacts; provides data-driven recommendations for future funding strategies and program sustainability.
• Develops and maintains grant database and reporting system; tracks funding opportunities, application progress, and grant performance metrics.
• Represents the County in stakeholder meetings, community forums, and collaborative funding initiatives, advocating for grant opportunities that align with County priorities.
• Works collaboratively and partners with staff, departments, and communities; develops, writes, and submits grant proposals, applications, and supporting documents.
• Coordinates with internal teams; gathers information, data, and statistics required for grant applications.
• Maintains a calendar of grant submissions and other deadlines; maintains contact with grant-making organizations; supplies additional supportive material.
• Develops and maintains relationships with grantors, foundations, and other funding sources.
• Tracks and reports for grant projects and programs, prepares grant project/program financial reports; maintains and reconciles grant project/program cost reports; assists grant project/program manager with financial information; attends to project/program manager's queries regarding project/program reports/budgets.
• Attends stakeholder, community, and other meetings or task force groups as required.
• Maintains grant-related documentation and records, including contracts, agreements, reporting requirements, and meeting notes, following all applicable laws and rules.

Nonessential Functions

• When a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of Commissioners, all Larimer County employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker.
• Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent education, from an accredited college or university with a degree in Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field required. Equivalency is based on one (1) year of professional experience equaling one year of college work.
• Five (5) years of experience in research or public administration, including experience in grant administration, grant management, grant coordination, obtaining funding for grants projects and programs, including at least two (2) years in a leadership or senior-level grant management role.
• Possess reliable transportation to be able to work at various locations as needed and required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

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Research indicates that individuals from diverse backgrounds, including women and people of color, may sometimes feel hesitant to apply for a position unless they have experience performing every task outlined in the job description. At the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, we believe in recognizing the value of skills and perspectives that can be gained through unique experiences and backgrounds. We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion, which we believe are essential to driving innovation and success. If you are passionate about our mission and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, we invite you to apply and showcase the qualities that set you apart. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and look forward to reviewing your application.

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Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

Benefits

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
  
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
  
• Short and Long Term Disability.
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  
• Accident Insurance
  
• Critical Illness Insurance
  
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
  
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
  
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.
  

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Supplemental Information

The Sheriff’s Office prohibits possession of marijuana by employees under any circumstances and expects employees to comply with federal law.

Applicants must meet all of the following:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  
• Cannot have a felony conviction
  
• No convictions involving domestic violence
  
• No use of illegal drugs within the past five years
  

*For Current Sheriff's Office Employees*

In order to be considered, you must get a Letter of Support from your chain of command and submit the Letter of Support with your application by 11:59 pm on March 23rd , 2025 . Please use the following process for your Letter of Support:
Submit your Letter of Intent to your direct supervisor.
Your direct supervisor will then write a Letter of Support and route that Letter of Support through your chain of command.
Your next level supervisor/manager endorses your direct supervisor's Letter of Support.
Your mid-level manager then endorses your Letter of Support.
Your Division Commander then endorses your Letter of Support.
Submit your Letter of Intent and fully endorsed Letter of Support along with your application.


Recruitment Contact
Email millwole@co.larimer.co.us or call (970) 619 4144.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 3/23/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

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