Academic Writing, Communication Skills, Documentation, Editing, Funding, Government Grants, Grant Awards, Grant Writing, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, People Management, Project/Program Management, Regulatory Compliance, Research Grants, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
Educational Grant Writer, Commision Based - WPS JobID: 2579
Position Type:
Clerical/Educational Grant Writer
Date Posted:
6/5/2026
Location:
Watertown Public Schools
Date Available:
ASAP
Closing Date:
06/26/2026
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Education Grant Writer - District Wide
Position Title: Education Grant Writer - District Wide
Location: Watertown Public Schools
Position Reports To:Superintendent of Schools
Job ID: #2579
Internal Close Date: June 12, 2026
External Close Date: June 26, 2026
Anticipated Start Date: Immediately
Position Summary
Watertown Public Schools is seeking an experienced and results-driven Educational Grant Writer to identify, develop, and secure grant funding opportunities that support district-wide initiatives, programs, and services. This commission-based role is ideal for a self-motivated professional with a strong background in educational grant writing and a proven track record of securing funding from federal, state, local, and private sources.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in grant writing, preferably in an educational setting
- Demonstrated success in securing grant funding from government and/or private sources
- Strong research, writing, and editing skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently
- Familiarity with grant compliance and reporting requirements
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
Key Responsibilities
- Research and identify grant opportunities aligned with district priorities and strategic goals
- Collaborate with district and school leadership to gather program information and funding needs
- Write, edit, and submit high-quality grant proposals within required timelines
- Develop compelling narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation for applications
- Track submission deadlines, application status, and reporting requirements
- Maintain a grant calendar and database of opportunities and outcomes
- Ensure compliance with all grant requirements, including documentation and reporting
- Provide guidance to district staff on grant-funded program implementation as needed
Terms of Employment
- This is a commission-based position
- Compensation is based on a mutually agreed-upon percentage of successfully awarded grants
- Payment terms and percentage will be established prior to grant submission
Additional Duties
Perform all other duties that may be assigned by the Superintendent of Schools
All application materials must be submitted online, through Applitrack; should you have any difficulty in submitting your online application please contact (860)945-4813.
- District reserves the right to close the posting if a suitable candidate is found prior to the external closing date.
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