Grants Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Manager of Grant Development on all grant and foundation fundraising needs.
• Acquire and maintain a sound knowledge of all VVF programs to better understand projects and programs for which grants will be sought.
• Conduct the full range of activities required to identify, prepare, and submit grant proposals across diverse grant funding sources.
• Compile, write, and edit all grant applications exhibiting strong writing skills and a high-level command of grammar and spelling.
• Develop individual grant proposals in accordance with each grant‑making organization’s preferences and guidelines.
• Provide regular written updates/reports to current and past funders.
• Prepare grant award summaries for internal tracking and coding purposes.
• Independently submit approximately $400,000 in applications to new funders annually.
• Work closely with program staff to gather data for proposals and reports.
• Use company systems and manage the process of supplying progress reports when required, assuring that all grant obligations are fulfilled.
• Maintain grant calendar, track grant reports and Final date to receive applicationss and research new grant opportunities.
• Other ad hoc duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred, or a combination of relevant experience in grant development, nonprofit operations, or related areas.
• Ability to compile, write, and edit grant applications with a high level of command over grammar and spelling.
• Strong writing and editing skills; proficiency in grammar and spelling.
• Capacity to work independently as part of a strong team.
• Strong leadership, initiative, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent management and organizational skills, ability to work on multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously with flexibility and the capacity to generate innovative solutions and strategies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Eagerness to provide support to the greater Vail Valley Foundation staff as available and necessary.
• Experience with or capacity to learn Microsoft Office Suite, Blackbaud, Formstack, and other systems preferred.

This role is primarily based in the Vail Valley; however, remote work may be considered based on role requirements and organizational needs.

This is an hourly, full‑time year‑round position eligible for all VVF employment benefits.

The hourly pay range is $24.00 – $26.50 based on experience.

• Affordable HDHP employee and family health insurance plan
• Dental plan
• Vision plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account with company match
• 401k retirement plans with company match
• Basic life insurance
• Short and long term disability plans
• Paid time off
• Volunteer paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Added Perks!

• Free employee ski pass
• Tickets to shows at the Vilar and The Amp
• Discounts at The Amp and Vilar concessions
• Tuition reimbursement