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Location: Richland, Washington Type: Contract Job #7475 Salary: $43.25 Per Hour Overview: ACS Professional Staffing is looking for an employee to work on-site with our client. The Grants Project Manager II drives funding for clean energy initiatives by crafting compelling proposals aligned with the organization's goals. They excel in writing, research, and navigating grant processes, working collaboratively to secure vital funding. This full-time position is located in Richland, WA. Pay range: $43.25 - $55.17 Benefits: Sick Leave: 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked (sick leave can be used after 90 days of employment) EAP: Employee Assistance Program Benefit Options: Medical, HSA, Group Life/AD&D, Voluntary Life/AD&D, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Critical Illness, Voluntary Accident, 401k (eligible after 1 year and 1,000 hours worked - employer match up to 4%) Other benefits include the following: Calm App, Access Perks, Brio Health Responsibilities: Develop compelling grant proposals aligned with organizational objectives. Coordinate cross-functional teams and resources to support the grant development process. Support the research and identification of grant opportunities from various sources. Evaluate and refine grant-seeking strategies based on feedback and emerging trends. Cultivate and maintain relationships with grant-making organizations and community stakeholders. Management of other projects within the assigned department as needs arise. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in communications, English, public administration, or related field and over 2 years of experience in grant writing, preferably in the energy, utilities, or public sector. OR High School Diploma and at least 5 years of experience in grant writing, preferably in the energy, utilities, or public sector. Familiarity with the regulations and guidelines governing the grant process, especially for federal and state grants. Prior success in both writing and securing grants. Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills, strong planning, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and meet deadlines. Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Aptitude for identifying challenges and obstacles within projects and finding innovative and practical solutions. Experience with either directly or indirectly leading a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Competency in creating or managing accurate and realistic budgets that align with project proposals and grant requirements. Project Management certification. Involvement in project coordination or supporting project management roles with planning, executing, and monitoring projects. Prior experience with the development of project plans, setting milestones, and managing resources and risks effectively. Experience in roles focused on managing or facilitating change within organizations, including implementing new processes, systems, or technologies. The ability to switch between the detail-oriented focus of grant writing and the broad, strategic perspective for project management. Work sponsorship is not available at this time. Third-party candidates will not be considered for this position. Because we are a federal government contractor, we have special restrictions placed on us for hiring foreign nationals into certain key positions within the company. This particular position requires U.S. citizenship. ACS Professional Staffing will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to the applicant's race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participat