Development Associate - Governement Relations

Position Title: Development Associate-Government Relations

Date: September 10, 2026

Department: Development

BASIC FUNCTION:

Reporting to the Manager of Grants and Planned Giving, the Development Associate is responsible for preparing, submitting and reporting on all government grants/contracts for the organization and maintaining the government grants calendar. The Associate will also work with finance staff on contract/grant budget creation, budget revisions, coordination of audits, and audit responses.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Government Grant/Contract Related Duties

• • Works with program staff to submit all monthly, quarterly, and annual programmatic reports to government funders.
  • Responsible for ensuring that reporting requirements for all government grants and contracts are being met and we are in compliance with grant commitments.
  • Completes and executes government contract renewals.
  • Works with finance staff on all contract/grant budget creation and budget revisions.
  • Assist with the preparation of program related budgets and proposals, including identifying and completing Requests for Proposals and contract amendments for government grants.
  • Maintains data on existing government grants (contract numbers, amounts, etc)
  • Meet regularly with program staff to give updates on funding requirements, obtain information for program reports, ensure appropriate contact staff attend funder meetings.

Additional Duties

• • Works with finance staff on coordination of audits, and audit responses.
  • Support the grants team on foundation and grant materials as needed.
  • Collects, analyzes, and synthesizes information from program staff.
  • Inputs general Development data entry.
  • Research and write a broad range of documents including, proposals, reports, evaluations, and correspondence.
  • Explore new opportunities for grant funding.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE:

1-2 years of non-profit development or relevant experience, government contract experience a plus. First-hand experience with disability preferred. Excellent writing, organizational, communication and research skills; ability to work independently with efficiency and accuracy; ability to deal effectively with people; basic computer skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Nothing unusual.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

Word processing, excel spreadsheets, and government portals.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Access Living operates in a hybrid work environment, with staff expected to work in the office at least two days per week, including mandatory in-office Coordinated Days for all staff, departments, and teams.

SALARY RANGE:

$61,000-$64,000 plus benefits

SUPERVISED BY:

Manager of Grants and Planned Giving

OTHER:

People with disabilities, members of other minority communities, and those with personal experience with disability are highly encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY:

Email cover letter and resume to Ben Santos, Manager of Grants & Planned Giving bsantos@accessliving.org

Compensation & Benefits Statement

Access Living is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Comprehensive coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Retirement Plan – 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching to support long-term financial well-being.
• Paid Time Off – Generous vacation, personal days, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Flexible Work Arrangements – We work remotely several days a week.
• Life & Disability Insurance – Employer-sponsored coverage for added security.