Employment Opportunity: Grant Writer

The City of Mattoon is hiring a Grant Writer to research, write, and manage grant proposals across multiple departments, helping secure funding for impactful community projects. Successful candidates will have strong research and writing skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively while working independently and with teams.

Starting Salary: $50,000 – $70,000 (DOQ)

Benefits: IMRF retirement, health insurance, 13 paid holidays, 2 weeks vacation, and 2 weeks sick leave.

Mattoon offers affordable housing, a low cost of living, and a vibrant community with recreational amenities, including parks, lakes, and a 14mi bike trail.

Interested candidates can apply with resume & cover letter to jobapplications@mattoonillinois.org by November 15, 2024, or until filled.