RPMGlobal is hiring: Sr. Grant Writer for Public Funding in Austin
RPMGlobal, Austin, TX, United States
Senior Grant Writer for Public Funding
Location: In-person/CIST Administrative Office / Austin, Texas
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports to: Director of Grants
Supervises: May supervise AmeriCorps or VISTA members interns and/or volunteers.
Starting Salary: $5,833.34/month (contingent on experience)
Hybrid work options available
Position Summary The Senior Grant Writer for Public Funding is a senior writing-forward role responsible for leading pre-award public funding strategy and serving as a primary proposal writer for complex and high-impact government grants. This position works in close partnership with the Director of Grants, who remains a significant contributor to proposal writing, particularly for the organization’s largest and most strategic opportunities.
The Senior Grant Writer for Public Funding brings deep technical expertise in public funding, leads public grant prospecting and research, and drafts and coordinates competitive proposals aligned with CISCT’s strategic priorities. While this role contributes to grant strategy and provides thought leadership in the public funding space, it remains a hands‑on, writing-forward position with opportunities for leadership through complex project ownership and cross-functional collaboration. The Senior Grant Writer for Public Funding should bring demonstrated success in securing large-scale grants (over $500,000), including leading end-to-end proposal development. The role requires the ability to manage multiple concurrent grants, address complex organizational needs, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Exceptional time management, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills are critical to success.
What You’ll Do Public Funding Strategy & Prospecting (Pre-Award)
Lead pre-award public funding prospecting efforts, including federal, state, and local opportunities
Monitor public funding trends, policy shifts, and procurement pipelines relevant to education, mental health, student supports, and youth development
Conduct in-depth research to assess opportunity fit, competitiveness, and capacity requirements
Coordinate with CIS National’s grants team to stay aligned with network-wide public funding strategy, guidance, and opportunities
Participate in RFP workshops, information sessions, and webinars, translating learnings into actionable recommendations
Advise the Director of Grants on public funding opportunities, feasibility, risks, and strategic alignment
Grant Writing & Proposal Development
Serve as lead writer and project manager for many complex and technically demanding public grant proposals
Draft full proposal narratives or major sections of large public grants
Coordinate with program, finance, evaluation, and operations staff to develop scopes of work, budgets, and required attachments
Translate program models, outcomes, and budgets into clear, compelling, and compliant narratives
Ensure proposals are responsive to funder priorities, clearly articulated, and aligned with CISCT’s strategic goals
Collaboration & Proposal Transition
Partner closely with the Chief Student Success Officers, Chief Development Officer, and Director of Grants on proposal positioning, messaging, and prioritization
Collaborate with the Grants Manager on the Finance Team to ensure strong handoff from awarded proposals into post-award compliance and reporting
Draft proposal narratives with clear attention to future reporting requirements, measurable outcomes, and deliverables
Respond to funder questions related to proposal content or narrative intent as needed
Team & Organizational Support
Support private foundation proposals and reports during peak cycles or surge periods
Contribute to the refinement of grants templates, tools, and internal processes
Build strong cross-functional relationships to support effective grants development
Promote agency culture, standards, and systems
Participate in the CIS team approach to service delivery and problem‑solving
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Grants or Chief Development Officer
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
Minimum of five (5) years of professional grant writing experience, with significant experience in public sector grants or contracts
Demonstrated success securing government funding in education, social services, or related fields
Exceptional technical writing skills and ability to manage complex, compliance-driven proposals
Strong research skills and comfort navigating public funding systems and procurement processes
Ability to synthesize complex information and make strategic recommendations
Experience collaborating across departments and contributing to shared writing efforts
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative, team‑based environment
Familiarity with CIS, education systems, or youth-serving organizations is a plus
Experience using AI tools and emerging technologies for grant research or writing is a plus
Why Join CIS?
Mission-driven work : Be part of a team that changes the trajectory of students’ lives.
Professional growth : Ongoing training, supervision, and career pathways into director-level roles.
Community impact : Build partnerships that extend beyond the classroom.
Generous paid time off : 4+ weeks of holidays, 2 weeks of vacation time, personal days and sick days
Comprehensive Health Coverage : 100% employer‑paid employee medical plan available, plus family subsidies, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Community-centered culture : focused on impact, growth, and connection
Communities In Schools of Central Texas is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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Location: In-person/CIST Administrative Office / Austin, Texas
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports to: Director of Grants
Supervises: May supervise AmeriCorps or VISTA members interns and/or volunteers.
Starting Salary: $5,833.34/month (contingent on experience)
Hybrid work options available
Position Summary The Senior Grant Writer for Public Funding is a senior writing-forward role responsible for leading pre-award public funding strategy and serving as a primary proposal writer for complex and high-impact government grants. This position works in close partnership with the Director of Grants, who remains a significant contributor to proposal writing, particularly for the organization’s largest and most strategic opportunities.
The Senior Grant Writer for Public Funding brings deep technical expertise in public funding, leads public grant prospecting and research, and drafts and coordinates competitive proposals aligned with CISCT’s strategic priorities. While this role contributes to grant strategy and provides thought leadership in the public funding space, it remains a hands‑on, writing-forward position with opportunities for leadership through complex project ownership and cross-functional collaboration. The Senior Grant Writer for Public Funding should bring demonstrated success in securing large-scale grants (over $500,000), including leading end-to-end proposal development. The role requires the ability to manage multiple concurrent grants, address complex organizational needs, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Exceptional time management, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills are critical to success.
What You’ll Do Public Funding Strategy & Prospecting (Pre-Award)
Lead pre-award public funding prospecting efforts, including federal, state, and local opportunities
Monitor public funding trends, policy shifts, and procurement pipelines relevant to education, mental health, student supports, and youth development
Conduct in-depth research to assess opportunity fit, competitiveness, and capacity requirements
Coordinate with CIS National’s grants team to stay aligned with network-wide public funding strategy, guidance, and opportunities
Participate in RFP workshops, information sessions, and webinars, translating learnings into actionable recommendations
Advise the Director of Grants on public funding opportunities, feasibility, risks, and strategic alignment
Grant Writing & Proposal Development
Serve as lead writer and project manager for many complex and technically demanding public grant proposals
Draft full proposal narratives or major sections of large public grants
Coordinate with program, finance, evaluation, and operations staff to develop scopes of work, budgets, and required attachments
Translate program models, outcomes, and budgets into clear, compelling, and compliant narratives
Ensure proposals are responsive to funder priorities, clearly articulated, and aligned with CISCT’s strategic goals
Collaboration & Proposal Transition
Partner closely with the Chief Student Success Officers, Chief Development Officer, and Director of Grants on proposal positioning, messaging, and prioritization
Collaborate with the Grants Manager on the Finance Team to ensure strong handoff from awarded proposals into post-award compliance and reporting
Draft proposal narratives with clear attention to future reporting requirements, measurable outcomes, and deliverables
Respond to funder questions related to proposal content or narrative intent as needed
Team & Organizational Support
Support private foundation proposals and reports during peak cycles or surge periods
Contribute to the refinement of grants templates, tools, and internal processes
Build strong cross-functional relationships to support effective grants development
Promote agency culture, standards, and systems
Participate in the CIS team approach to service delivery and problem‑solving
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Grants or Chief Development Officer
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
Minimum of five (5) years of professional grant writing experience, with significant experience in public sector grants or contracts
Demonstrated success securing government funding in education, social services, or related fields
Exceptional technical writing skills and ability to manage complex, compliance-driven proposals
Strong research skills and comfort navigating public funding systems and procurement processes
Ability to synthesize complex information and make strategic recommendations
Experience collaborating across departments and contributing to shared writing efforts
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative, team‑based environment
Familiarity with CIS, education systems, or youth-serving organizations is a plus
Experience using AI tools and emerging technologies for grant research or writing is a plus
Why Join CIS?
Mission-driven work : Be part of a team that changes the trajectory of students’ lives.
Professional growth : Ongoing training, supervision, and career pathways into director-level roles.
Community impact : Build partnerships that extend beyond the classroom.
Generous paid time off : 4+ weeks of holidays, 2 weeks of vacation time, personal days and sick days
Comprehensive Health Coverage : 100% employer‑paid employee medical plan available, plus family subsidies, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Community-centered culture : focused on impact, growth, and connection
Communities In Schools of Central Texas is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
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