Grants And Contracts Administrator
The Salvation Army
Syracuse, New York Area
I served successively in Rochester as Men's Emergency Shelter Program Manager, Grant Writer, Grants and Contracts Manager, Director of Program and Contract Compliance; and as Grants and Contracts Administrator for the Divisional Headquarters in Syracuse. Summary of Achievements and SkillsProject Management- Led the rollout of a web-based client data management system for The Salvation Army Empire State Division.- Developed a universal data intake system for food pantries, emergency assistance programs, and domestic violence shelters, with customizable data and reporting.- Created training manuals and video tutorials.- Onboarded over 50 staff with ongoing training in 14 pilot communities in Upstate New York.Grant Writing- Secured over $34 million through 300+ successful grant applications for emergency services and children's programming as the principal grant writer.- Won 45+ Federal, 45+ NYS, 55+ Monroe County, 10+ City of Rochester, 10+ United Way, and 150+ private foundation and food bank awards.- Monitored post-award program and fiscal compliance.Administration- Coordinated internal submission and execution of funding applications, contracts, and agreements for The Salvation Army’s Empire State Division in tandem with the Territorial Headquarters Legal Department- Ensured timely grant submissions by managing the approval and execution process.-Reviewed applications and agreements for quality assurance and policy alignment.-Provided assistance and guidance on grant and contract matters to staff and officers.Social Service Program Management- Supervised a 19-bed homeless shelter for men, transforming it from a bare-bones, overnight facility into a 24-hour program with case management and on-site resources.- Managed staff hiring, supervision, and development.- Monitored program outcomes and compliance with contractual requirements.- Prepared and managed the program budget and inventory.
