Facility: 1800 Parkway Center

Job Summary:

The Wellstar Foundation Public Grants Manager is responsible for the overall direction, planning and administration of public grant activities including identification, application, evaluation, and training. The Manager will join a dynamic and evolving Foundation team that is committed to and poised for significant growth as part of the Wellstar Foundation Roadmap to Transformation. As such, the Manager will be responsible for contributing to and promoting a culture of innovation, productivity, and accountability toward achieving this transformational growth. The Manager will have responsibility for grant proposal preparation including funder research, grant writing and budget development in support of capital projects, patient services, population health, community outreach and quality improvement for all Wellstar entities. This leader will oversee comprehensive grant management activities that include compliance with funder guidelines, technical support, reporting reminders, and recordkeeping in support of public grants to Wellstar entities. In addition, this individual is responsible for training program staff and collaboration with Foundation staff as needed. Responsible for reporting on grant funding progress and activities to Wellstar leadership. The Public Grants Manager will oversee a comprehensive health system grants administration operation. Ensures that grant activities are conducted in accordance with the Wellstar Administrative Policy and Procedure for Grant Funding.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Key Responsibilities * a.Grant proposal preparation including funder research, grant writing and budget development in support of capital projects, patient services, population health, community outreach, and quality improvement for all Wellstar entities. * b.Oversee comprehensive grant management activities that include compliance with funder guidelines, technical support, reporting reminders, and recordkeeping in support of public grants to Wellstar entities. * c.Responsible for training program staff and collaboration with Foundation staff as needed. Responsible for reporting on grant funding progress and activities to Wellstar leadership * d.Oversee a comprehensive health system grants administration operation. Ensures that grant activities are conducted in accordance with the Wellstar Administrative Policy and Procedure for Grant Funding. Other Duties & Responsibilities * a.Responsible for strategic project management at the highest level by providing leadership and effective management for project completion * b.Actively participate in strategic planning with the Foundation Leadership Team and with the overall department Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

Bachelor's Degree in business, resource development, marketing, communications other related field. Required or Master's Degree Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

Additional License(s) and Certification(s):

Required Minimum Experience:

Minimum 5 years of experience in public grant administration. Required

Required Minimum Skills:

Demonstrated success in qualities of initiative, organization, teamwork, and personal integrity are required. This position requires a professional whose background demonstrates the ability to work independently, think strategically and request assistance or consult as needed to achieve designated goals. Proven track record in identifying and securing substantial government grants, federal, state and local levels, Must be goal-oriented, highly organized, and able to pursue multiple tasks simultaneously. Exceptional skills in human relations are required including the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a high degree of professionalism and maturity. Work successfully in a multi-disciplinary, team-oriented environment. Maintain confidential information and materials. Make a positive impact/influence others. Exercise judgment, tact, and diplomacy. Be goal oriented, motivated, and able to maintain composure in a fast-paced atmosphere. Be both collaborative and decisive. Demonstrate proven success in building relationships with key volunteers, administrative colleagues, donors, and volunteers.