The job duties/responsibilities listed below are those that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of duties is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a duty does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position. Management may modify this description as the needs and requirements of the position change.

• Serve as a liaison between the City and various government entities to build and maintain productive relationships with local, state, and federal officials.
• Advocate for the City's projects and priorities during meetings with agencies and other stakeholders.
• Monitor and analyze legislation, regulatory changes, and policy developments that may affect funding or project opportunities.
• Provide updates to City leadership on emerging funding opportunities and changes in the legislative landscape.
• Identify funding opportunities from federal, state, and local sources for infrastructure and community development projects.
• Research, prepare, and submit grant proposals for projects involving city initiatives.
• Coordinate with City departments to develop project scopes, budgets, timelines, and objectives that align with available grant funding.
• Track and monitor grant compliance and reporting requirements to ensure all deadlines and requirements are met.
• Maintain organized records of grants, applications, funding sources, and communications with agencies.
• Ensure compliance with all grant requirements, including financial reporting, record-keeping, and project deliverables.
• Provide weekly reports on grant applications, intergovernmental activities, and the status of active projects.
• Prepare detailed updates on potential funding, timelines, and next steps for City leadership.
• Attend relevant workshops, conferences, and training sessions to stay informed on best practices for grant writing, management, and intergovernmental relations.
• Serve as a resource to City departments and leadership on grant-related matters, providing expertise and guidance.
• Support the preparation of strategic plans that involve funding opportunities and partnerships.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal government funding processes.
• Knowledge of the organization, functions and activities of the various sectors of the City, and those of other governmental agencies
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and procedures
• Knowledge of research techniques and the sources and availability of current information
• Skills in the operation of Microsoft Office Suite and other software.
• Skills in the proper use of grammar and the ability to write, edit, and proofread accurately.
• Skills in managing staff, delegating tasks and authority and coaching to improve staff performance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, other government officials, associates, and the general public.
• Ability to prepare meaningful and informative special and regular financial and statistical reports; Ability to exercise sound judgment in analyzing facts and arriving at conclusions
• Ability to follow complex oral and written instructions
• Ability to initiate and install administrative programs and procedures and to evaluate their effectiveness.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The City of Riviera Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).

Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Riviera Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.