Grants Coordinator

MIDDLETOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Mission Statement:

Middletown Public Schools cultivates the brilliance in each student.

Values and Belief Statements:

Empowerment: Middletown Public Schools empowers its students with the knowledge

and skills to create lives brimming with purpose, passion and fulfillment.

Community: Middletown Public Schools harnesses the power of community by

fostering an environment of mutual understanding and appreciation.

Growth: Middletown Public Schools encourages a culture of growth and exploration,

inspiring lifelong learners.

Authenticity: Middletown Public Schools embraces each person’s authenticity and

cultivates an inclusive culture that brings about a sense of belonging.

GRANTS COORDINATOR

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Grants Coordinator to join our Central Administration team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing the grant application process, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, and facilitating communication between grantors and our organization. The Grants Coordinator will be responsible for researching new grant opportunities and supporting the development, submission, and management of grant proposals to secure funding for various projects and initiatives.

Responsibilities

- Research and identify potential grant opportunities that align with the organization’s goals and objectives.

- Prepare, review, and submit grant proposals and applications in a timely manner.

- Maintain comprehensive records of grant applications, awarded grants, and reporting deadlines.

- Collaborate with program staff to gather necessary information and data for grant proposals.

- Monitor and track grant expenditures to ensure compliance with budgetary guidelines.

- Develop and maintain relationships with grantors, funders, and other stakeholders.

- Prepare and submit required reports and documentation to funding agencies.

- Assist in the preparation of presentations and materials for grant-related meetings.

- Provide training and support to staff on grant writing and compliance best practices.

- Stay informed about changes in grant policies, funding opportunities, and best practices in grant management.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree required. 085 CT certification preferred.

- 5 years of experience in grant writing or grant management, preferably in a municipal, or nonprofit environment.

- Strong understanding of grant funding processes and compliance requirements.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen attention to detail.

- Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite and grant management software.

- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

- Knowledge of budgeting and financial management related to grants is a plus.

- Commitment to the mission and values of the organization.

*Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Disclaimers:

• The supplemental job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

• Connecticut requires that any person (teachers, administrators, special service staff members, teachers’ aides, custodians, cafeteria employees, etc.) who is hired by a local or regional board of education submit to a state and national criminal history record check within the first 30 days of the date of employment. The process includes the checking of fingerprints by the State Police Bureau of Identification and the F.B.I. The results of the criminal history record checks (both state and federal) are reported to the employing school district. If the district receives notice of a conviction of a crime by a person holding a certificate, authorization or permit issued by the State Board of Education, the district shall notify the Bureau of Certification and Professional Development.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Middletown Board of Education is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, alienage, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or pregnancy in any of its education programs, activities, or employment policies. All educational programs and offerings, including vocational education and extracurricular activities, subscribe to this policy.