SUMMARY OF FUNCTION:

This position is responsible for finding and applying for grants that can assist the College financially and in support of the mission. The grant writer must be able to identify potential sources and write compelling applications that will get approval.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

Serves Students. Support the planning, developing, budgeting, editing, and proofreading of college-wide and service-area grant proposals, grant reports, and other documents. Produce documents to support the work of College groups and individuals that are pursuing grants. Serve as a grant writer for the district, individually and as leader of proposal development teams in the CTE and Workforce areas.

Manage College grant processes to ensure cross-departmental communication and coordination of efforts for grants acquisition. Provide coordination and technical support for all grants. Provide technical advice, problem-solving assistance, and answers to questions regarding grant program goals, evaluation design, and policy interpretation.

Conduct research on third-party verifiable data and evidence-based best practices that support a diverse array of grant proposals. Align terminology and methodology of effective practices to develop programs and facilitate grant activities that enhance the collegiate environment, promote access to College programs and services, and support student success and lifelong learning.

Assist the CEO Vice President of Workforce & Healthcare, and Chief of Staff for the Entrepreneurial College in preparing and monitoring College grant funding goals. Develop objectives and activities based on College grant funding goals. Maintain grants department web page and document storage site, prepare monthly performance reports, and provide administrative support for the grant office.

Work with the CEO & Vice President of Workforce & Healthcare, and Chief of Staff for the Entrepreneurial College to research and identify federal, state, local, and private grants that most closely match College grant funding goals and develop grants in partnership with proposal development teams. Provide timely advice and information on funding opportunities, requirements, and procedures.

Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives and perform related duties as required.