Utility Grants Specialist

Utility Grants Specialist

Salary

$25.29 - $32.24 Hourly

Location

Fort Pierce, FL

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-00068

Department

Public Affairs & Sustainability

Division

Public Affairs & Sustainability

Opening Date

11/05/2026

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Position Summary and Qualifications

Responsible for assisting the Director of Public Affairs & Sustainability in administering company-wide grant-funded sustainability programs spanning various utility services and support initiatives including but not limited to wastewater plant relocation, septic to sewer conversion, sewer lining, electric grid modernization, and Manatee Center general support. This position will also support business development, community needs programming planning such as weatherization and related communications, and economic incentives planning for the various utility services as-assigned. Reports to the Director of Public Affairs & Sustainability.

Supports the Director of Public Affairs & Sustainability in administering company-wide grant-funded sustainability programs and sustainability-related messaging.

Researches, identifies, and tracks grant opportunities for all utility divisions.

Communicates viable grant opportunities with the relevant utility division(s) and/or through an internal database.

Cooperatively drives development of grant proposals including narrative development, project budget preparations and related written materials by coordinating directly with the relevant utility divisions.

Tracks and manages multiple active state and federally-funded FPUA grants to ensure compliance with contracted spending and timelines, as assigned.

Facilitates onboarding workshops for grant project staff including clear protocols and responsible parties for tracking project completion.

Serves as liaison with assigned granting agencies to ensure compliance and cooperative relationships with grantors.

Develops grant reports for submission to grantors including narrative, reimbursement requests, and completion tracking. As required, supports collaborative development and compliance for grant add-ons including community benefit plans, environmental benefit reports, etc.

Assists in coordination of communications and branding initiatives as-needed for grant-related marketing and communications (i.e. www.SustainableSewer.net)

Tracks reporting metrics of programs and projects to be used in communications and grant proposal materials.

Assists in educational or public speaking affairs to educate the public about FPUA sustainability, weatherization, economic incentive, or other programs.

Assists with administration of the Utility Advisory Committee as-needed.

Serves as liaison for FPUA with key programs such as, for example, the Fort Pierce Development Review Task Force and St. Lucie County Resiliency Committee.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Associate Degree in Program Management or related field, or an established work experience in the applicable field that demonstrates adequate familiarity with program management, communications, grants administration, business or community development. Governmental or utility work experience is helpful, but not required. Must possess exceptional interpersonal skills and judgment to effectively communicate with customers. Must possess excellent writing, and editing skills, as well as advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications. Will be required to demonstrate proficiency by achieving an Excel and Word score of at least 70%. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted in lieu of some of the minimum qualifications. A valid State of Florida drivers license is required.

Must possess:

• Experience in project management and execution of community initiatives
• High level of detail and exceptional organizational skills
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• Proficient presentation and public speaking skills
• A creative, yet practical mind

Ability to:

• incorporate and employ on a continuous basis: initiate change, creativity, collaboration, pride and accountability.
• be a self-starter and collaborative supporter of varied utility initiatives
• express complex ideas and concepts simply, clearly and concisely either verbally or in written form
• work independently with minimal supervision
• prepare and deliver effective presentations before civic, professional and other community groups
• react to change productively and to handle multiple tasks, as assigned
• create and maintain accurate and detailed files and records in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and similar programs

HOLIDAYS: 12 paid holidays per year

VACATION: Accrual for Regular Employees:

0 through 5 years

12 days/year (96 hrs)

6 through 10 years

14 days/year (112 hrs)

11 through 15 years

17 days/year (136 hrs)

16 through 19 years

20 days/year (160 hrs)

More than 20 years23 days/year (184 hrs)

SICK: Accrual for All Regular Employees: 3.70 hours/pay period (96 hrs)

RETIREMENT PROGRAMS:

• City of Fort Pierce Retirement System (Mandatory Participation)
• International City Management Association (Mission Square) (Voluntary)
• Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP)

HEALTH INSURANCE: Effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service. FPUA pays most of employee premium and 71% of the dependent premium.

DENTAL INSURANCE - Becomes effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service. FPUA pays 100% of employee premium and 60% of the dependent premium.

VISION - Becomes effective for employees and dependents on the first day of the month following completion of 30 days continuous service. FPUA pays 100% of employee premium eye care coverage for employees and a portion for their family members, including eye exams, glasses, contact lenses, etc.

LIFE INSURANCE - TERM (EMPLOYEES ONLY) - Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment policy equal to 1x employees annual salary. Employees may also purchase, on a voluntary basis, additional life insurance through payroll deduction in $10,000 increments up to $100,000.

LONG TERM DISABILITY - Employees out for more than 90 days due to a disabling injury or illness will receive 60% of wage, up to $4,500 per month.

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS -

• CANCER, CRITICAL ILLNESS, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & ACCIDENT COVERAGE
• EDUCATION REIMBURSEMENT
• Flexible Benefit Program
• Wellness Program
• WHOLE LIFE INSURANCE
• DEPENDENT LIFE INSURANCE
• NORTON LIFELOCK

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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection, hiring or employment process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification of the selection process, discontinuing of the hiring process or termination of employment, no matter when discovered. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

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Referring to FPUAs Utility Grants Specialist job description, please describe skills and qualifications you have that would enable you to fulfill the duties of the Utility Grants Specialist position at FPUA. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed. << If you do not have skills and qualifications mentioned in the job description, respond with "N/A".

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Please list employers and employment dates where you have performed the job functions that are described in the Utility Grants Specialist job description. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed. << If you have not performed the job functions mentioned, respond with "N/A".

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Please provide personal examples of troubleshooting and problem solving youve encountered while in a position similar to the Utility Grants Specialist position. Also, tell us how you solved those problems. >> Do not refer us to your resume, please answer the question as directed. << If you do not have personal examples of troubleshooting and problem solving to provide, respond with "N/A".

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Employer Fort Pierce Utilities Authority

Address 500 Boston Avenue

Fort Pierce, Florida, 34950

Phone (772) 466-1600 x 3267

Website http://www.fpua.com