FREELANCE OR CONTRACT GRANT WRITER FOR THE TOWN OF LYONS NEEDED

APPLICATION DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 15, 2025

Grant Writer is responsible for securing public funding for Roads, Fire, EMS, and/or Community Projects by researching opportunities, writing proposals, and managing the application process.  The job involves a mix of collaboration with town staff, affiliated agencies, and independent work on research and writing.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS: Identify and evaluate federal, state, and private grant opportunities that align with the town's goals and initiatives, such as infrastructure improvements, public safety, or economic development.
• PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT: Write, edit, and prepare comprehensive and compelling grant applications, including project narratives, budget justifications, and supporting documentation.
• COLLABORATION: Work with various town officials, department heads, and community stakeholders to gather necessary information, develop project plans, and create budgets for proposals.
• RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT: Establish and maintain positive relationships with funding agencies, foundations, and community partners.
• PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Manage the entire grant life cycle, including tracking deadlines, monitoring application status, and completing follow-up reports for awarded grants.
• COMPLIANCE: Ensure that all grant applications and reporting meet the specific guidelines and compliance requirements of each funding source.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• STRONG WRITING SKILLS: The ability to write clearly and persuasively for a variety of audiences is essential.
• RESEARCH PROFICIENCY: Excellent research skills for identifying and vetting suitable funding opportunities.
• ATTENTION TO DETAIL: The ability to meticulously follow complex grant application guidelines and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• INTERPERSONAL AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS: The capacity to work effectively with diverse groups of people, from public officials to community members.
• ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS: Self-motivation and the ability to manage time effectively to meet strict deadlines.
• FINANCIAL LITERACY: A strong understanding of budgets and financial reporting for government and non-profit grants.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Experience in a related role, such as grant writing, program development, fundraising, project management or experience in roles requiring in-depth research is preferred.
• Experience with securing government grants (federal, state, and local) is a plus.
• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field like communications, public administration, or a related discipline is preferred.

Please send letter of interest and resume to: 

TOWN OF LYONS, Attn: Town Board, PO Box 337, Lyons, WI 53147