Position Summary:

The Grant Writer is responsible for identifying, developing, writing, and submitting grant proposals to government agencies, foundations, and other funding sources. This role requires expertise in Low-Income Housing Tax Credit projects, HUD programs, and related funding opportunities. The Grant Writer will play a critical role in securing resources to support Knik Tribe’s programs, housing initiatives, and community development projects. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

The successful candidate will:

• Research and identify federal, state, local, and private funding opportunities aligned with organizational priorities.
• Develop a comprehensive funding strategy to support long-term program and housing sustainability.
• Monitor trends, regulatory updates, and policy changes in affordable housing, HUD programs, and LIHTC.
• Write, edit, and submit compelling and compliant grant proposals, applications, and letters of intent.
• Prepare clear and persuasive project narratives, budgets, and justifications.
• Tailor proposals to meet funder priorities while ensuring consistency with organization goals.
• Collaborate with finance and program staff to gather required data, budgets, and program information.
• Manage a master calendar of grant deadlines, submissions, and reporting requirements. 
• Ensure compliance with HUD regulations, LIHTC requirements, and other funder guidelines.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure grant-funded activities are implemented as proposed.
• Maintain organized records of proposals, awards, correspondence, and compliance documentation.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with funders, agencies, and community partners.
• Coordinate with developers, consultants, and housing professionals on LIHTC and affordable housing development proposals.
• Attend funder workshops, webinars, and information sessions to remain current on opportunities.
• Support leadership and presentations, briefings, and communications to funders, stakeholders, and governing boards.
• Develop templates, boilerplate content, and resource materials for efficient proposal development.
• Offer grant related updates and progress reports to executive leadership and council members.
• Contribute to building organizational capacity by strengthening funding strategies and diversifying revenue streams.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications:

• Provide outstanding customer service to external and internal customers.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Database and all other office applications.
• Ability to work well and with a high degree of accuracy in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong technical and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to handle crisis situations and make sound judgments.
• Ability to work independently and interdependently in a positive and productive manner.
• Ability to make decisions and exercise good judgement.
• Maintain confidentiality and securing sensitive information.
• Willingness to learn new skills and be a team player.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of five (5) years of direct experience in professional grant writing.
• Demonstrated success with awarded grants of significant size and scope, in excess of one (1) million dollars over numerous years.
• Experience with Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and HUD funding sources required.
• Knowledge of affordable housing development and financing.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and private funding structures.
• Excellent research, writing, and editing skills with the ability to tailor proposals to funder requirements.
• Ability to create a login.gov account and experience with government web portals.
• Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and grant management software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Familiarity with tribal, nonprofit, and community development sectors.
• Experience working with federal audits and compliance reporting. 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Knowledge and experience of Knik Tribe’s Service Area and Knik Tribe’s Programs.
• Adequate understanding of all Microsoft Office Applications.
• Capable of basic maintenance for general office equipment and multi-line phone systems.
• Must pass a criminal background check and be free of barrier crimes.
• Clean driving record.
• Knowledge and application of professional and ethical conduct as guided by Knik Tribal Council Personnel Manual Section 8.1.

General Information:

Location:         1744 N Prospect Drive, Palmer, AK 99645

Supervisor:      Grants Director

Schedule:        Monday – Friday; 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Salary: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 DOE/E. Plus full benefits: Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid leave and holidays, and retirement plan with matching contributions.

Additional Information:

NATIVE PREFERENCE STATEMENT: Pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1975 (PL 93-638) and as further guided by Knik Tribe Native Preference Policy 6.120, Knik Tribe maintains preference in all phases of employment for Alaska Native, American Indian (AN/AI) and Native Hawaiian people, including direct lineal descendants and foster or traditionally adopted children. Also included are non-Native head of household member of Native families, which includes foster or traditionally adopted Native children.

To Apply: Submit Resume to:

Human Resources at hr@kniktribe.org

For more information or to download the job description visit www.kniktribe.org/careers