Grants & Development - Grant Writer

The Puyallup Tribe of Indians is committed to protecting and exercising the inherent inalienable sovereign rights of the Tribe and Individuals in the interest of the Medicine Creek Treat Territories, as stewards to ensure preservation of our cultural and environmental integrity for common good and prosperity for all.

Open : April 28, 2025

Close : May 13, 2025

Job Title : Grant Writer

Reports To : Director

Hours : 40 Hrs / Wk – Full Time

Salary : Based on Salary Matrix+Benefits

Requisition : 741

Salaries are market competitive. For accurate salary information, call (253)573-7863 or email jobs@puyalluptribe-nsn.gov . The Puyallup Tribe of Indians provides a generous benefits package that includes employer paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement / 401(k) plan with profit sharing, paid holidays, and paid time off including birthday leave.

Position Summary :

Under the supervision of the Lead Grant Writer, this position will be responsible for the research, planning, writing, editing and proofreading of federal, state, county, private and foundation grant applications , within strict deadlines and with frequent collaboration with Tribal directors, program managers and support staff. This position will be responsible for researching future grant funding opportunities and be responsible for researching evidence-based best- and promising-practices for potential grant-funded program enhancements and grant projects. Exceptional communication, teamwork and collaboration skills are essential for this position .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• In a timely manner and within strict deadlines, researches, plans, writes, edits and proofreads federal, state, county, private and foundation grant applications—including statements, narratives, abstracts, Tribal Resolutions, memoranda of understanding, letters of support, budgets and budget narratives—to fund Puyallup Tribal departments , program and projects
• Tracks status of proposals and follows up with granting agencies to provide additional information required by grantor, as necessary;
• Identifies and researches potential grant funding opportunities to address the needs of Tribal departments, programs and projects;
• Reviews grantor "request for proposal" notices, analyzing required information to develop competitive, fundable grant applications;
• Maintains an ongoing calendar of grant submittal deadlines and grant report deadlines, which shall be provided to the Lead Grant Writer for discussion with Tribal Council and the Administrative Team ;
• Works cooperatively and respectfully with all Tribal department directors , program managers, support staff and Administrative Team in planning and writing grant applications;
• Regularly communicates through a variety of media, including scoping meetings, with Tribal department directors and program managers to understand their ongoing needs, ongoing goals and funding needs ;
• Works cooperatively and respectfully with other members of the Grants Team;
• Communicates with grant funders and program managers, as necessary;
• Through research, gathers and maintains ongoing files on evidence-based best- and promising-practices, Tribal programs and Tribal projects ;
• Assists in the development , collection and maintenance of current data and statistics within the Tribe for the development of effective, data-driven grant applications ;
• Assists grant project directors and project coordinators with initial required online grant reporting, including narrative and data reports , as necessary, and in writing other necessary reports for Tribal Council , Deputy Administrative Manager and Lead Grant Writer; and,
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications and Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and / or Experience

Relevant Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B.S.) from four-year college or university; or four years of successful grant writing and fundraising experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Intermediate to advanced skills in word-processing and spreadsheets (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, etc.) are required.

Note : Part-time work is prorated in crediting experience (e.g., if you work 20 hours per week for a 12-month period you will be credited with 6 months of experience).

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to think abstractly. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Licenses or Certificates

Valid Washington State driver's license and proof of insurance.

Other Requirements

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Puyallup Tribe of Indians reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Indian Preference Employer as Required by Law

Online Application Tips :

If you have any questions about the positions or the online application, please call (253) 573-7863

Native American preference applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job related factors. Because of the large number of applications received and limited job positions, your application will not guarantee employment.

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