Development Manager, Grants

General Statement: 

The Fleet Science Center’s Development Manager, Grants supports the Fleet mission by project managing the grant writing process to secure corporate, private foundation, and government grants to achieve the goals of the institutional strategic plan. The Manager is the Fleet’s lead grant writer, using creativity, critical thinking, and writing skills to craft a compelling narrative that funders can easily understand and support. They work collaboratively with the interdepartmental grants team to identify, select, and strategize funding opportunities, ensure program alignment, and fulfill grant requirements.

In addition to the duties outlined below, the Development Manager, Grants and all Fleet employees are expected to professionally and openly collaborate and engage with their co-workers, volunteers, and interns.

Compensation for this position includes our generous benefit package - 100% employer paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance, paid time off, and 401k retirement plan. Working for the Fleet also comes with great perks including free access to other Balboa Park museums and the San Diego Zoo, free Fleet Science Center passes to share with friends and family, discounts at the Fleet's Science Store and Craveology Cafe, and other discounts at vendors around Balboa Park! Come join our team!

Primary Duties and Responsibilities, including mental requirements of position:

1. Responsible for researching, writing, editing, and submission of proposals for government, foundation, and corporate grant and contract opportunities.
2. Works with the interdepartmental grants team to identify opportunities and match strategic goals to funding calls.
3. Serves as the project management lead for assigned grant proposals (including narratives, budgets, and required attachments).
4. Supports the Vice President for Advancement and Director of Government and Corporate Relations in building and maintaining relationships with funders, including but not limited to, government, non-profits, corporations, and community organizations.
5. Ensures accurate and timely maintenance of collaborative grant tracking documents and grants management data, including application and reporting calendars.
6. Coordinates with development, education, engagement, and exhibit teams to help ensure grant deliverables are met.
7. Maintains and updates the Fleet’s credentials with government and other granting entities.

THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY THE PERSON ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION.  PRINCIPAL DUTIES ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THOSE FUNCTIONS THAT ARE ESSENTIAL TO THE PERFORMANCE OF THIS JOB.  AN INCUMBENT MUST BE ABLE TO PERFORM ALL OF THE ESSENTIAL DUTIES OUTLINED ABOVE.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT STATE OR IMPLY THAT THE ABOVE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION.  AN EMPLOYEE HOLDING THIS POSITION

WILL BE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ANY OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES AS REQUESTED BY MANAGEMENT.  ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH A DISABILITY.

Tools and equipment used to perform this position: PC computer system including Microsoft Office, Raiser’s Edge, telephone and other basic office equipment. 

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree from four-year college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years+ non-profit or academic grants writing and management experience.
• Demonstrated success in securing private, corporate, and/or multi-year government grants.

Skills and Attributes:

• Exceptional writing skills and ability to articulate a compelling narrative.