Position: Vice President of Grants Submissions

Effective Date: November 1, 2022

Salary Range: Competitive, based on experience

Firm Summary:

Penn Strategies, LLC is a Government Affairs and Appropriations firm based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, with offices in Williamsport and Watsontown. Penn Strategies provides end-to-end government funding solutions to Pennsylvania’s public-sector, private-sector, and non-profit institutions and entities. These solutions include but are not limited to local, state, and federal grants, tax incentives, “earmarks,” and other legislatively approved appropriations. A successful candidate must demonstrate the following

Penn Strategies Core Values:

1. Shows attention to consistency and detail

2. Takes initiative

3. Cares for clients and their projects

4. Works with integrity

5. Exhibits professionalism

6. Understands the value of the firm’s reputation

Position Summary:

The current Vice President of Grants Submission will train this hire, who reports to the Executive Vice

President/Chief of Staff. This executive-level professional position operates in a fluid environment with changing priorities, with the ultimate goal of leading a team of grant writers and submitting quality applications on time.

Experience with federal and state of state grant programs is preferred. Pennsylvania agency programs include, but are not limited to:

• Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
• Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)
• Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD)
• Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)
• Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
• Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA)

Primary Role Responsibilities:

• Research and stay up to date on Pennsylvania grant programs.
• Supervise grant writing team and delegate duties.
• Develop a deep knowledge of clients and their needs.
• Maintain an open-line policy with clients and employees.
• Identify appropriate funding opportunities.
• Strategically plan beyond one grant cycle.
• Proactively work to avoid crisis situations.
• Work with clients and their delegates (engineers, architects, elected officials, etc.) to acquire information associated with applications.
• Track and monitor application efforts and activities to ensure timely delivery.
• Work a flexible schedule to meet deadlines.

This description does not comprehensively list the Vice President of Grants Submissions responsibilities. Duties may change or new ones assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, etc., required; graduate degree preferred.
• Must maintain confidential information and uphold a high level of professionalism.
• Possess five years of experience in government, non-profit, philanthropy, or related field.
• Able to supervise staff proficiently, organize tasks, and prioritize projects.
• Possess outstanding judgment, initiative, and drive.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to use experience and good judgment to make appropriate decisions.
• Possess outstanding computer skills and literacy and be willing to learn and use new software.
• Proficient in Microsoft products and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Possess a general understanding of the proposal development process.
• Exhibit strong initiative and be able to manage simultaneous projects.
• Hold high standards regarding accuracy and attention to detail.
• Possess excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Exhibit excellent troubleshooting skills.

Work Environment and Travel Requirements

Remote work is acceptable, and travel is not required.

Please contact Phillip Trometter by email or at 570-772-1019

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Self-determined schedule

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
N/A

Work Location: Remote

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