Human Resource Services
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Fund Development and Grant Specialist

District Attorney

Recruitment #19-9999-13

Introduction

 

 

 

The Alameda County District Attorney's Office upholds Alameda County as a safe and livable community through the fair and effective administration of justice; compassionate and committed support of crime victims; innovative programs that provide opportunities for rehabilitation and reintegration; and programs designed to enhance the lives of vulnerable populations, children and youth for a bright, healthy future. Read more about our mandated services.

 

The Alameda County District Attorney’s Office is comprised of approximately 150 attorneys, 60 inspectors, 30 Victim-Witness advocates and claim specialists, as well as a variety of administrative, finance, and communications professionals. Our jurisdiction covers over 800 square miles and our staff work in 9 offices located throughout the County.

 

We have six specialized divisions within the office:

§ Criminal Prosecution

§ Juvenile Justice

§ Consumer, Environmental and Worker Protection

§ DA Inspectors

§ Victim-Witness Assistance

§ Alameda County Family Justice Center

DESCRIPTION

THE POSITION: 

 

The District Attorney is recruiting for a Fund Development and Grants Specialist to work within the District Attorney’s Finance Unit. The ideal candidate will, under administrative supervision, oversee the District Attorney’s existing grant programs, including oversight for programmatic and reporting compliance, and conduct assessments of program efficiency and efficacy. The candidate will also search online informational sources for new funding opportunities, plan, write, develop, and coordinate activities in fund development and grant management; provide analytical and technical assistance in the strategic planning to financially support and sustain programs and services; and perform other related duties as assigned.

 

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:


NOTE: The following are duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

 

1. Provides analytical and technical assistance in the strategic planning and implementation of activities to financially build and sustain programs and services.

2. In collaboration with agency management identifies opportunities to build or expand on effective practices or program innovation through fundraising.

3. Plans, develops, coordinates, writes and submits grant proposals to local, county, state, federal, and private funding; coordinates the grant application process engaging the funder and relevant parties as needed.

4. Identifies and analyzes funding opportunities and barriers to grant implementation, and makes recommendations.

5. Analyzes revenue source data and prepares recommendations; prepares financial information, summaries, and written reports and correspondences to support fundraising efforts.

6. Develops and implements outreach strategies related to fund development activities.
7. Serves as liaison to potential funders, community organizations, other County departments, governmental agencies and the public.

8. Conducts presentations to Department Head, executive and management staff, potential funders, key supporters and stakeholders as requested by the Administrator designee.

9. Assists in the preparation of contract and grant agreements; monitors grant agreements for compliance; and assists with the development of an accountability system, evaluation measures and reporting requirements.

10. Operates a variety of standard office equipment including work related computer systems and technology; may drive a County or personal vehicle to make site visits and attend meetings.

 

WORK LOCATION: 


René C. Davidson Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, 9th floor, Oakland..

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, education, social science or a field related to work.

AND
Experience:

The equivalent of three years of full-time experience in fund development which included revenue generation through competitive federal grant applications, and two years of experience in other fund development activities including state and foundation competitive grant writing, bond financing, and/or private fundraising.

(Two years of additional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education requirement.)

License:

Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies:

Knowledge of:

• Public and private funding sources.
• Fund development and grant management techniques.
• Online national, state, and local data sources to support the preparation of grant applications.
• Federal and foundation grant research databases.
• Principles and techniques of grant writing, administrative and budgetary analysis.
• General principles of public administration.
• Computer applications related to work.

Ability to:

• Research, analyze and make recommendations.
• Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Write grants.
• Make formal presentations to a variety of groups.
• Plan, organize, coordinate and prioritize work.
• Work independently, collaboratively with multidisciplinary team, community resources and organizations.
• Demonstrate interpersonal sensitivity.
• Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with department/agencies and the community.
• Exercise sound judgment.

BENEFITS

Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being.  These benefits include but are not limited to*:

For your Health & Well-Being

  • Medical – HMO & PPO Plans
  • Dental – HMO & PPO Plans
  • Vision or Vision Reimbursement
  • Share the Savings
  • Basic Life Insurance 
  • Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance 
  • County Allowance Credit
  • Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
  • Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

  • Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
  • Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)

For your Work/Life Balance

  • 11 paid holidays
  • Floating Holidays
  • Vacation and sick leave accrual
  • Vacation purchase program
  • Management Paid Leave**
  • Catastrophic Sick Leave
  • Employee Mortgage Loan Program
  • Group Auto/Home Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Guaranteed Ride Home
  • Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
  • Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
  • Child Care Resources
  • 1st United Services Credit Union 

*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement.  This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.

** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave.

Conclusion

To Apply: To apply, please complete the attached application using the link below and email it to the District Attorney Human Resources Unit at: dajobs@acgov.org .

DA Employee Application

 

All applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 6, 2019.

The District Attorney Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.