Grant Project Specialist | Phoenix AZ Hybrid | $23/hr W2

Job Description:

SunSoft Online is seeking a Grant Project Specialist for a contract opportunity with an Arizona state agency supporting veteran services programs.

Position Details

Location: Phoenix, AZ 85012 — Hybrid (2 days in office, 3 remote; you choose your in-office days)
Pay Rate: $23.00/hr W2
Start Date: June 22, 2026 (tentative)
Duration: Through December 31, 2026
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM

About the Role

Under the supervision of the Grants Coordinator Senior, you will support the administration of contracts, grants, and grant-funded programs benefiting veterans and their families throughout Arizona — including community-based grants, suicide prevention, mental health, employment, and trauma treatment training programs.

Responsibilities

Receive Veterans' Donation Fund (VDF) applications, check compliance, and present them to the review committee
Process veteran funding approvals and denials
Coordinate grant and contract management, compliance, and oversight activities
Provide technical support for agency grant programs and administrative operations
Collaborate with agency staff and strategic partners to pursue grant opportunities aligned with the needs of Arizona veterans

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of administrative experience within the grants field (must be clearly reflected on your resume)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Must be local to the Phoenix metro area (current Arizona address required on resume)
Available for an in-person interview within 1 week
Able to start within 2 weeks of an offer
Background check and drug screening required

To apply, submit your resume with your current city and state listed.

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