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Grants Coordinator

Richland Community College

Richland Community College

Administration
Posted on Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Grants Coordinator

Non-Discrimination Statement

Richland Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs. The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:
Nicole DelMastro-Jeffery, Title IX Coordinator and Kristie Dawson Deputy Title IX Coordinator titleix@richland.edu
For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, visit for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1.800.421.3481.

Contact Information

For questions about this posting or other general HR inquires please email Human Resources (hr@richland.edu)

Position Details

Position Information
Position Title Grants Coordinator
Job Category Full-Time Staff
Division Institutional Advancement
Department Main Campus
Job Description
The Grant Coordinator is responsible for the development, submission, administration, and reporting of all federal, state and private foundation grant funding proposals that advance the mission of Richland Community College and assist in the implementation of the institution’s long and short-term goals and objectives.
This position will coordinate the grant efforts across the College, including proposal development, submission and monitoring grants to ensure compliance with regulatory and funding agency requirements. Familiarity with federal and state governmental reporting requirements and regulations, including understanding federal codes is preferred.
The Grants Coordinator works in close coordination with faculty, administration, and staff; local, state and federal governmental offices; business and industry representatives; educational and community partners. Experience in a higher education setting is preferred.

Develop and implement strategies to obtain public and private grant funding that support innovative programs, projects and initiatives at Richland Community College.
Develop and administer the annual schedule of grants to ensure that grant projects tie to the strategic plan and college priorities, and work closely with appropriate departments to ensure that college resources are available to meet any matching requirements.
Research external funding sources such as government agencies, private foundations, and corporations to identify prospects which the college can apply for support of identified activities and priorities.

Develop and cultivate relationships with funding organizations and agencies, obtain information regarding grant opportunities, solicit feedback from reviews, and assist with follow-up for funded projects. Provide good stewardship with funding organizations and agencies.
Coordinate all grant applications for the college and maintain final editing authority over all competitive proposals prepared and submitted by the college. Organize and ensure all related documents required for grant submissions are included.
Develop and maintain communication system with faculty and staff regarding funding opportunities including priorities of the funding agency, submission deadlines, and other key information.

Monitor progress toward completions of all performance measures of grant projects and provide continuous support to directors of grant-funded projects to meet the terms and expectations of the grant award. Prepare and submit required reports and maintain all grant records and documentation.

Develop and maintain processes and procedures for grant requests/development. Create standards and outcome measures for evaluating annual goals of competitive and non-competitive grant proposals and secured external funding.
Collaborate and work closely with the Business Office for grant budget development and financial reporting to ensure budgetary accuracy, responsibility and allocation for all grant awards.
Ensure grant managers are meeting program requirements as outlined by grant.


Required Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Associate’s degree plus 3-5 years’ experience (or Bachelor’s degree plus 1-3 years’ experience) in the development and administration of state and federally funded grants, as well as with private foundations and corporations. Experience in higher education environment preferred. Computer competency and excellent planning, organization, and administration skills are required.
Preferred Qualifications
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
This position requires effective research and analytical skills as well as demonstrated leadership and organizational skills. Must exercise a high degree of independent judgment, initiative, confidentiality, organization, communication and problem-solving skills. Must maintain effective communication systems, written and oral, with College departments, faculty, staff, administrators, business and industry personnel.
Applicant must have a basic understanding of the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA).
Familiarity with federal and state governmental reporting requirements and regulations, including understanding federal codes is preferred. Experience in a higher education setting is preferred.
Physical Demands
EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
Typical work hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed. May be required to work extended hours in order to meet deadline. Summer hours may vary. This position may be eligible for the alternative work arrangement program.
TRAVEL
Occasional travel in-district or out-of-district may be required.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS
Must be able to receive, process, and provide visual and verbal information.
Must be able to work effectively in stressful situations.
Provide timely response to externally imposed conditions and deadlines.
Respond to concurrent, multiple non-related issues.
Work is routinely performed in office environment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing and pulling, using hands and fingers, stooping and occasional lifting of objects up to 10 lbs.
Salary E-10, Minimum Starting $47,093
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S222P
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Open Date 08/14/2024
Job Close Date 08/28/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Advertising Summary
Richland Community College is seeking candidates for the Grants Coordinator position. The Grant Coordinator is responsible for the development, submission, administration, and reporting of all federal, state and private foundation grant funding proposals that advance the mission of Richland Community College and assist in the implementation of the institution’s long and short-term goals and objectives.
This position will coordinate the grant efforts across the College, including proposal development, submission and monitoring grants to ensure compliance with regulatory and funding agency requirements. Familiarity with federal and state governmental reporting requirements and regulations, including understanding federal codes is preferred.
The Grants Coordinator works in close coordination with faculty, administration, and staff; local, state and federal governmental offices; business and industry representatives; educational and community partners. Experience in a higher education setting is preferred.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Transcripts
Optional Documents