Job Posting Information

The City of Lincoln Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative professional to provide part-time support to the Planning & Construction Division in the preparation and administration of grants.  This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful park, trail, and conservation initiatives while working with a collaborative and mission-driven team. The grants assistant position will play a key role in securing funding for capital improvement projects intended to advance Department initiatives and priority projects.  Responsibilities may vary and are generally envisioned to include the following:

• Assist in the preparation and assembly of Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant application materials.
  • Outdoor Recreation Legacy Program (ORLP) LWCF
  • State Formula Program LWCF
  • Other (e.g., Nebraska Environmental Trust, Recreational Trails Program)
• Assist with public engagement coordination to support and strengthen grant applications.
• Assist in the preparation of grant reporting including preparation of project narratives and financial summaries.
• Enter grant application and reporting materials into required forms/format and into online application portals when applicable.

Qualifications: 

• Experience in project coordination, planning, parks and recreation, public administration, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and coordinate with colleagues/project partners.
• Familiarity with grant processes and municipal operations is preferred.

Work Schedule: Work schedule is flexible and may vary depending on project activities/deadlines.

Compensation: The starting salary will be $40.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Benefits

Temporary, on call, and seasonal positions with the City are not eligible for benefits.

Supplemental Questions

01

APPLICATION COMPLETION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

To successfully complete your application, please make sure you read each statement below and check ALL boxes prior to submission.

• 1. This application is hand scored.
• 2. ALL questions must be fully answered to receive full credit.
• 3. "See Resume", or answers such as "See ___" are not acceptable responses and may not receive full credit.
• 4. ALL employers and education referred to in answers must be listed in the Work History and Education sections of the application for verification and to receive full credit.
• 5. I understand I am responsible for the accuracy and completeness of my application.
• 6. I Acknowledge that I have read and understand each of the above statements.

02

I understand this is an unclassified position and not eligible for any benefits.

• Acknowledge

03

Are you 18 years old or older?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

05

Have you completed upper-level undergraduate coursework in engineering, architecture, construction management, and/or planning?

• Engineering
• Architecture
• Construction Management
• Planning
• None

06

Do you have working knowledge of grant writing and the grant application process?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer

City of Lincoln/Lancaster County

Address

555 South 10th Street, Room 302








Lincoln, Nebraska, 68508

Phone

(402) 441-7597

Website

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/lincolnne/default.cfm