Arise/Exceptional Family Services Grant Writer position

Arise/Exceptional Family Services Grant Writer Full‑time position reporting directly to the Director of Advancement. The Grant Writer is responsible for writing grant proposals for unrestricted organizational needs as well as restricted project and program funding requirements, researching and submitting timely proposals, and producing reports for existing and new grant‑funded projects.

Key Responsibilities

In collaboration with the leadership team identify priority programs to seek funding

Research federal, state, local, corporate, and foundation funding opportunities

Evaluate alignment of opportunities with organizational priorities and program capacity

Maintain a grant calendar tracking deadlines, reporting dates, and submission requirements

Develop clear, persuasive, and well‑structured grant proposals and narratives

Monitor grant‑funded activities and expenditures to ensure compliance with funder requirements

Communicate proactively with leadership regarding changes in project scope or spending

Participate in strategic fundraising planning and development meetings

Represent the development and marketing at events and community meetings as needed

Qualifications

Experience with non‑profit grant writing

Strong written and oral communication skills

A collaborative nature in supporting organizational priorities defined by the Board and leadership

Strong research skills

Strategic planner and goal setter

Excellent time management and ability to meet multiple deadlines

Ability to work collaboratively with program directors, leadership, Board members, and volunteers

Location & Schedule 635 James Street, Syracuse, NY; remote‑home/hybrid possible after 90 days. Monday–Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, 40 hrs per week, Non‑Exempt.

Compensation & Benefits $50,000 – $60,000 per year, commensurate with experience; benefits available.

Checkr Background Check required.

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