What are the responsibilities and job description for the Institutional Projects and Grants Manager position at Great Falls College Montana State University?
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We want to find the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described.
Join a Team That Invests in You — Every Step of the Way
At Great Falls College, we believe a great workplace starts with great support. That’s why every full-time faculty and staff member receives a comprehensive, high-value benefits package — designed to enhance your health, protect your future, and give you the work-life balance you deserve.
What You Get as a GFC Employee:
We contribute $1,080/month toward your Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability Insurance — giving you and your dependents real peace of mind without financial stress.
Full Health Insurance Package
Choose from robust medical, dental, and vision plans to fit your lifestyle and family needs.
- Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Supplemental Life & AD&D Options
Wellness & Mental Health Support
- Employee Wellness Program with proactive health tools
- Deer Oaks Employee Assistance Program (EAP) — confidential counseling, legal/financial consultation, and work-life resources
- On-campus health screenings offered twice a year
Time Off When You Need It
Take advantage of generous leave policies that support rest, recovery, and family time.
Retirement You Can Count On
Depending on your role, you’ll be enrolled in one of the following high-value plans:
- Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS)
- Montana University System Retirement Plan (MUS-RP/TIAA)
- Teacher’s Retirement System (TRS)
- Optional 403(b) and 457 plans.
Tuition Waivers
Pursue your own education — or support your family’s — with tuition waivers for employees and qualifying dependents across the Montana University System.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Use pre-tax dollars for medical or dependent care expenses and save more throughout the year.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all institutional grants, overseeing pre-award and post-award processes including proposal development, submission, budgeting, compliance, and reporting.
- Monitor Perkins V Local budgets, expenditures, deliverables, and timelines to ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations.
- Work closely with program directors, faculty, and administrative units and departments to support the planning, implementation, and evaluation of grant-funded and Institutional Effectiveness-related projects.
- Provide project management support for Institutional Effectiveness activities, including tracking progress, coordinating tasks, and preparing status updates.
- Support Institutional Effectiveness projects by reviewing and updating institutional reports.
- Maintain accurate documentation, records, and communication for all assigned projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the team.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- Associate’s degree in education, business, public administration, or a related field.
- Two years of professional experience in grant management, project management, higher education, or a related administrative role.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and coordinate with a variety of stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and the ability to learn new software and reporting systems.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree, or higher, in education, business, public administration, or a related field.
- Direct experience managing institutional, state, or federal grants.
- Strong written communication skills, including experience preparing grant proposals and reports.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $52,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $52,000 - $58,000
