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GRANT SPECIALIST POSITION DESCRIPTION
OVERVIEW
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center connects people with nature and inspires them to become responsible
stewards of the natural world. Located nine miles north of downtown Milwaukee on the shore of Lake
Michigan, the Center offers six miles of trails that take visitors through 185 unique acres of forests, wetlands,
restored prairies, ravines, bluffs and a shoreline beach. Annually, Schlitz Audubon serves over 145,000
visitors and nearly 27,000 children who participate in our nature science programs. Over 140 preschoolers
are enrolled throughout the school year in our nationally recognized preschool. In addition, thousands of
adults and families attend our educational programs year round. The Center building received the first Gold
LEED certification award in the State of Wisconsin. Schlitz Audubon is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Grants Specialist is a member of the Development team and reports to the Director of Development.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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Write grants and prepare proposals for family foundations, corporate foundations, government
entities, individual donors, and others. Ranging from annual grant donors to complex
government grants.
o Possible areas: land conservation, raptors, preschool, school programs and
outreach, capital projects, and more.
Grant management of the Grant Calendar in order to have timely submissions, including due
dates for LOIs, proposals to funders, and reporting after the funding is received.
Accurate tracking of financials and spending related to grants.
Research of individuals for prospective donations or Board recruitment.
Work with Marketing to feature stories of donors who gave as a result of a proposal written.
Attend internal meetings with departments or external meetings in the community, as needed to
aid in writing proposals, preparing project budgets and other data, organizing grant reports or
presentations, or conducting research.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
The successful candidate possesses strong written and verbal communications skills, have demonstrated
ability to work well within a team environment, and will feel comfortable managing multiple tasks
simultaneously. Additional requirements include:
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Bachelors degree from an accredited college/university
3+ years of demonstrated experience in grant writing and fundraising for a non-profit
Proficiency in computer programs--Microsoft Office and ResultsPlus donor database software
Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to write clear, structured, articulate and persuasive
proposals specific to grantors criteria. Attention to detail
Knowledge of fundraising techniques and strategies. Familiarity with research techniques and
information sources is helpful
Interest in furthering activities that support nature education, connecting people to nature, or
conserving the land in which we live are desirable
Ability to work some evening/weekend activities as Center needs require.
Strong written and oral communication skills
Must be able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and confidential information
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and anticipate needs
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Commitment to Schlitz Audubon’s mission
HOURS
Part-time, non-exempt 16-20 hours/week
TO APPLY
Send cover letter and resume to Jill Schanon Macek at [email protected] with Grants Specialist in
the subject line.