Board approves grant-writer position for 2027 budget to centralize county grant work

Aug 4, 2026

Commissioners approved creation of a full-time grant-writer position in the 2027 budget (grade 12, starting $65,000) to centralize grant-seeking and support department heads in program-level grant development.

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Monroe County voted to add a grant-writer/administrator position to the 2027 budget to centralize and professionalize the county’s grant development and management. Human Resources summarized the position as a grade 12 role with a starting salary around $65,000 and a top step near $78,000. The position will work across departments to identify grant opportunities, assist with applications, and ensure consistent processes for grant acceptance and compliance.

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