Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Cornerstones of Care
Job overview
The Director of Grants at Cornerstones of Care leads the agency's grant funding efforts, managing both charitable and government grants to support the organization's mission in mental and behavioral health services.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading grant fundraising strategy, supervising a grants team, collaborating with senior leaders on program funding needs, managing grant proposals and compliance, and ensuring timely submission and reporting for grants.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $72,000 to $85,000 annually, with benefits including paid holidays, flexible PTO, health insurance, retirement plans with employer match, tuition reimbursement, and other ancillary insurance options.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 6-8 years of experience in grant writing or related development roles in nonprofit or similar sectors, with a bachelor's degree in communications, social services, or related fields; experience in grant submission, post-award management, and compliance is essential.
Work environment and culture
Cornerstones of Care emphasizes a trauma-informed, inclusive, diverse, and equitable work environment aligned with Sanctuary values and practices, fostering safety, respect, and belonging for all team members and clients.
Company information
Cornerstones of Care is a nonprofit focused on mental and behavioral health, providing prevention, intervention, treatment, and support services to children and families in Kansas and Missouri through youth support, foster care, and education programs.
Team overview
The Director of Grants leads a three-member grants team, including two managers responsible for charitable and government grants, collaborating closely with agency senior leadership and other departments.
Job location and travel
The job is located at the Gillis Campus in Kansas City, Missouri, with no specific travel or remote work details provided.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines leadership of a significant grants portfolio exceeding $8 million annually with strategic collaboration across agency leadership to support program growth and funding innovation.
Company overview
Cornerstones of Care is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the safety and health of children and families through various community-based services. They generate revenue through government contracts, grants, and donations, which fund programs in education, mental and behavioral health, foster care, and youth support. Founded in 1998 through the merger of several child welfare agencies, the organization has a rich history of advocacy and service, continually expanding its reach and impact across multiple states.
How to land this job
Position your resume to emphasize leadership in grant fundraising strategy, including managing both charitable and government grant portfolios, as this is central to the Director of Grants role at Cornerstones of Care.
Highlight your experience in supervising teams and collaborating with senior leadership to align grant strategies with organizational goals, showcasing your ability to lead a grants team and work cross-functionally.
Apply through multiple platforms such as Cornerstones of Care's official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed by the hiring team.
Connect with current employees in the Advancement Team or grants division on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent grant wins by the organization or expressing interest in their trauma-informed care approach to start conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'grant fundraising strategy,' 'post-award management,' 'compliance reporting,' 'team leadership,' and 'trauma-informed care' to pass automated screenings.
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