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1. Grant Writer Associate

Write Winning Proposals. Secure Funding. Strengthen Communities.

📍 Vineland, New Jersey | In-Office (Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM)

💰 Competitive Salary: $65,000 - $80,000 + Comprehensive Benefits

We are seeking a self-motivated, highly organized experienced Grant Writer Associate to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional who can work independently while serving as an effective communicator, both verbally and in writing, and contributing to the success of a dynamic consulting firm dedicated to strengthening communities.

About the Role

As a Grant Writer Associate, you will play a vital role in helping organizations secure the resources needed to advance meaningful programs and community-focused initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to combine strategic thinking, research, and exceptional writing skills to develop compelling grant proposals that translate community needs, program goals, and measurable outcomes into successful funding opportunities. Working alongside clients and project teams, you will help guide projects from concept development through proposal submission while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with funder priorities.

The ideal candidate is a skilled storyteller and organized project manager with a proven ability to secure funding, manage competing deadlines, and create narratives that inspire investment and drive positive impact.

As a Grant Writer Associate, you will be responsible for:

• Developing, writing, editing, and submitting competitive grant proposals to government agencies, foundations, and other funding organizations.
• Managing the full grant lifecycle, including prospect research, proposal development, budget coordination, application submission, compliance tracking, and post-award reporting.
• Coordinating with internal staff, clients, and project partners to gather information and develop compelling, funder-aligned grant applications.
• Ensuring all grant applications and awarded projects comply with applicable regulations, program guidelines, and funder requirements.
• Monitoring grant deadlines, reporting requirements, and deliverables to ensure timely and accurate submissions.
• Maintaining organized grant records, application materials, and supporting documentation throughout the grant process.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of three (3) years of grant writing experience, with a demonstrated track record of successfully securing funding from government agencies and/or private foundations. Strong organizational and project management skills are essential, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and maintain accuracy, quality, and attention to detail throughout the grant development process. Candidates should be proficient in grant databases, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, program guidelines, and funder requirements when preparing applications and managing awarded grants. The successful candidate should possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent professional experience.

NOTE: Duties outlined above are solely for illustrative purposes. A particular position in the firm may require an employee to perform additional duties and responsibilities not outlined above.

The company offers a competitive health and dental plan, vacation, 401K, profit sharing and other benefits that will be reviewed with candidates who are invited for an interview. Triad Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and references to: Noemi Mazza, HR Manager nmazza@triadincorporated.com

2. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Specialist

Strengthen communities. Secure resources. Create Lasting Impact

📍 Vineland, New Jersey | Hybrid Work Opportunities

💰 Competitive Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 + Comprehensive Benefits

We are seeking a motivated and experienced CDBG Specialist to join our growing team. If you are passionate about community improvement, federal grant programs, strategic planning, and helping local governments achieve their goals, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

This is more than a grant administration or planning position. It is a growth opportunity to work directly with communities, help secure critical resources, and contribute to projects that improve lives and strengthen neighborhoods. If you're ready to make a meaningful difference through community development, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a CDBG Specialist, you will work directly with municipalities, counties, nonprofit organizations, and community stakeholders to plan, administer, and implement programs that improve neighborhoods, expand opportunities, and strengthen communities.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects involving community development, housing, economic development, revitalization, grant administration, and long-range planning.

Candidates with experience administering federally funded programs are strongly encouraged to apply, particularly those with knowledge of HUD-funded initiatives.

As a CDBG Specialist, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing CDBG/HOME/ESG application documents including the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing, Environmental Review Records, CAPER and assembling data for CDBG reports and other required documents.
• CDBG/HOME/ESG grant management/administration
• Interaction with public clients, and facilitate public and client meetings as needed
• Assistance with researching potential funding to leverage CDBG funding,
• Strategic planning initiatives,
• Preparation of responses to Requests for Proposals and Qualifications,
• Marketing and business development as needed
• Work independently with diverse clients, programs and projects.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
• Desire to expand knowledge base

The successful candidate should possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and have a thorough knowledge of community development, and the workings of government at the local, state, and federal levels. Education requirement can be waived for a candidate with extensive CDBG experience. Working knowledge of GIS, mapping, and computer graphics is also a plus.

NOTE: Duties outlined above are solely for illustrative purposes. A particular position in the firm may require an employee to perform additional duties and responsibilities not outlined above.

The company offers a competitive health and dental plan, vacation, 401K, profit sharing and other benefits that will be reviewed with candidates who are invited for an interview. Triad Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and references to: Noemi Mazza, HR Manager nmazza@triadincorporated.com

3.Community and Economic Development Specialist

A visionary position for someone focused on shaping communities and driving economic growth.

📍 Vineland, New Jersey | Full-Time or Part-Time | Hybrid Work Opportunities
💰 Competitive Salary: $85,000 – $100,000 + Comprehensive Benefits

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Community and Economic Development Specialist to complement our staff. You will join a team of individuals with a diverse range of expertise who are committed to creating meaningful change through thoughtful planning and strategic community development.

About the Role

As a Community and Economic Development Specialist, you will work on a range of initiatives that contribute to a diverse portfolio of planning, economic development, and redevelopment initiatives that help communities move from vision to implementation.  Experience in all focus areas is not required, but candidates should bring expertise and enthusiasm for community transformation and development in some of the following areas:

• Community Development and Redevelopment
• Strategic Planning
• Grant Writing and Implementation
• Federal and State Funding Programs
• Market Assessments/Market Feasibility Studies
• Community and Stakeholder Outreach
• Demographic and Socio-Economic Analysis
• Economic Analysis
• Workforce Development

The successful candidate will demonstrate experience supporting economic development programs and redevelopment activities.  They will possess excellent analytical, interpersonal, writing, and verbal communication skills along with experience supporting economic development and redevelopment activities. The ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple priorities, and represent the company in meetings and presentations with public and private stakeholders is essential. Travel throughout the tri-state area may be required.

A bachelor’s degree in planning, community development, or a related field and at least five years of experience in economic development, neighborhood planning, redevelopment, affordable housing, or related planning initiatives. Experience with implementation, community visioning, and charrette facilitation is a plus.

NOTE: Duties outlined above are solely for illustrative purposes. A particular position in the firm may require an employee to perform additional duties and responsibilities not outlined above.

The company offers a competitive health and dental plan, vacation, 401K, profit sharing and other benefits that will be reviewed with candidates who are invited for an interview. Triad Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, references to: Noemi Mazza, HR Manager nmazza@triadincorporated.com