Grants Coordinator (Temporary) at Public Counsel

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jan, 26

Salary

60496.0

Posted On

22 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Grant-Related Experience, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Database Management, Verbal Skills, Writing Skills, Attention to Detail, Organizational Skills, Multitasking, Teamwork, Diversity Awareness, Commitment to Equity, Financial Document Experience, Fee for Service Contracts Experience

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description ABOUT PUBLIC COUNSEL Public Counsel is a nonprofit public interest law firm dedicated to advancing civil rights and racial and economic justice, as well as to amplifying the power of our clients through comprehensive legal advocacy. Founded on and strengthened by a pro bono legal service model, our staff and volunteers seek justice through direct legal services, promote healthy and resilient communities through education and outreach, and support community-led efforts to transform unjust systems through litigation and policy advocacy in and beyond Los Angeles. Public Counsel operates seven legal projects: Child, Youth & Family Advocacy, Community Development, Consumer Rights & Economic Justice, Homelessness Prevention, Immigrants’ Rights, Gender Justice, and our impact litigation project, Opportunity Under Law. Public Counsel has a full-time staff of approximately 160. We are committed to building a diverse staff and encourage applications from people of color, people with disabilities, and people of all gender identities, gender expressions, and sexualities. We recognize the essential role of staff in achieving our goals, and we have set a long-term intention to provide competitive compensation, benefits, training, mentorship, and overall workplace wellness, making Public Counsel a leader among nonprofit law firms. ABOUT DEVELOPMENT The Development Department is an integral part of Public Counsel’s efforts to create a more just society through legal services, policy advocacy, and civil rights litigation. The department consists of 10 staff members plus consultants and is responsible for raising significant funds by means of fundraising events, grants (federal, state and private), individual donations, cy pres awards, corporate support and various other means. JOB SUMMARY The Temporary Grants Coordinator supports the full scope of grant activities. Reporting to the Director of Grants, the Temporary Grants Coordinator has the following responsibilities: Schedule meetings and calendar deadlines Enter grant-related data into Raiser's Edge database Prepare a grants spreadsheet for the grants team meeting every other week Create and disseminate a chart summarizing every newly approved grant Obtain signatures on grant agreements Facilitate grant launch meetings Facilitate quarterly project check-in meetings Distribute signed grant agreements and budgets along with grant charts Compile and send updates and deadlines email to exec team weekly Help the Director of Grants write and submit a Director’s Report quarterly Help the grants team share and reconcile data with the Finance Department Keep track of insurance certificates needed for grants and request certificates when needed Fill out forms for grant applications as needed Maintain an updated list of standard attachments (e.g., audited financials, 990s) Maintain various online accounts and passwords, for grant applications and resources such as Charity Navigator and Candid Coordinate and collect documents for grant audits Respond to miscellaneous requests for information from Public Counsel staff and funders Work with the Finance Department and the legal projects to help ensure that Public Counsel complies with grant agreements and grant budgets Assist with the drafting, signing, and sending of thank you letters Assist with the reviewing of grant agreements Keep passwords document updated Perform other duties as assigned Additionally: Grant research as requested Assist with submitting grants and reports, including filling out forms; compiling attachments; collecting signatures; and uploading. Assist with writing applications and reports, especially for Douglas Dinner gifts Complete registrations/renewals for government grants platforms Communicate directly with funders for clarifications, templates, forms, etc. All duties apply to program service fees as well as grants. Requirements ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES Grant-related experience (2- 5 years preferred) Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel Experience with databases, such as a Development CRM Good verbal and writing skills, including business correspondence Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, ability to multitask Ability to work both independently and in a team Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds Commitment to gender/racial/economic equity and the mission of Public Counsel Experience with financial documents, such as budgets, preferred Experience with fee for service contracts preferred JOB TYPE AND BENEFITS Full-time/non-exempt Salary range is $56,160-$60,496.25 ($28.80 -$31.02 per hour) depending upon years of experience. Non-bargaining Position to be staffed on a temporary basis for 9 months from start date, unless otherwise extended. Public Counsel offers a competitive benefits package including: Medical coverage with an option for 100% employer-paid employee and dependent child(ren)’s premiums; buy-up options are available for other HMO and PPO coverage Dental and vision coverage Option to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account Employer-paid life insurance and disability plans Generous paid time off (per year): 15 accrued vacation days that increase to 20 days after 3 years of employment 12 accrued sick days that may be used for physical and mental health needs 2 personal observance days 11 paid holidays plus 2 one-week office closures (during the summer and winter) Up to 60 hours of compensatory time per calendar year (for exempt staff only) Additional benefits: 403(b) retirement plan with an elective employee contribution, and after a year of employment a discretionary employer contribution Free on-site parking or public transportation reimbursement Up to 6 months of parental leave Organizational and team wellness activities to build team cohesion and camaraderie Professional development support and opportunities Annual payment of dues for required licenses or certifications (state bar dues for attorneys) and for a mutually agreed-upon professional organization Centrally located headquarters in the heart of Koreatown, a vibrant neighborhood with easy access to public transportation, diverse dining options, and cultural attractions HOW TO APPLY We value lived experiences and experiences working with clients across a range of settings. Please consider discussing such experiences in your cover letter, especially if they are not reflected in your resume. PUBLIC COUNSEL VACCINATION POLICY AND COVID-19 PROTOCOLS Public Counsel requires vaccination against COVID-19 for all employees, including new hires. Pursuant to federal and state laws, Public Counsel will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. Public Counsel is generally office-based, but remote work has been permitted during the pandemic. All employees with Public Counsel are required to work in the office at least one day per week, at the discretion of the head of department. Some positions require additional in-office days. This policy is subject to redesign by leadership. Public Counsel will work in a manner consistent with public health and local and state emergency orders. PUBLIC COUNSEL EEO POLICY Public Counsel is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or prospective employees on the basis of union membership or activity, race, religious creed, religious observance, ethnicity, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or predisposition, military service, military and veteran status, pregnancy, child birth and related medical conditions, marital and family status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical conditions as defined by state or federal law, or disability, or any other basis prohibited by law. All qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Our leadership team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities discipline, discharge and general treatment during employment.

Responsibilities

The Temporary Grants Coordinator supports the full scope of grant activities, including scheduling meetings, entering data into the database, and facilitating grant-related meetings. The role also involves maintaining grant documentation and ensuring compliance with grant agreements and budgets.