Grants Manager, SRJC Foundations

Grants Manager, SRJC Foundations

Santa Rosa Junior College 

Salary: $11,189.00 - $13,601.00 Monthly

Job Type: Management

Job Number: 25-01528

Location: Santa Rosa, CA

Department: Foundation

Closing: Continuous

Description

APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE February 3, 2026 

Position is open until filled. Completed applications received by the application review deadline will be given priority consideration. It is the candidate's responsibility to be sure that ALL required materials noted under the application procedures section of this job announcement are submitted. 

TENTATIVE TIMELINE: 

The following timeline dates are tentative and subject to change, as determined by the Screening and Interviewing Committee.

• First Round of Interviews: Week of February 17th or 23rd, 2026 

• Finalist Interviews: March 26, 2026 

• Desired Start Date: April 13, 2026 

Compensation/Benefits 

• Salary Range: $11,189.00 - $13,601.00 per month (25/26 Management Salary Schedule); maximum initial salary placement at mid-range, which is $12,336.00 per month (placement within this range is based on assessment of previous experience as documented in application materials). An additional 2% compensation will be added to the base salary for an earned doctorate degree.

• Fringe benefits: The District offers a competitive health & benefits package for employees and eligible dependents. You can learn more on our https://hr.santarosa.edu/benefits-regular-employees.

• Leave/Holiday time: Management employees earn 1 day of sick leave and 1.8333 days of vacation for each month worked. They are also entitled to holidays recognized by the District (18 holidays/year).

• Retirement: Santa Rosa Junior College is a CalSTRS and CalPERS employer. Eligibility will be determined based on the regulations established by both agencies.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

Reporting to the Executive Director, SRJC Foundation and District External Relations, the Grants Manager is responsible for advancing the mission of Santa Rosa Junior College through the identification, development, submission, and stewardship of grants from public, private, and philanthropic sources. This position plays a critical role in supporting institutional priorities by managing the full lifecycle of grant funding from research and proposal development to post-award compliance and reporting. Working in collaboration with District leadership, faculty, staff, and community partners, the Grants Manager will lead a strategic grants program that secures resources to expand equitable student success, enhance academic and workforce programs, and promote innovation across the District.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION: 

The SRJC Foundation is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit corporation focused on the critically important role of raising and stewarding funds to support students and educational programs at Santa Rosa Junior College. The SRJC Foundation holds the distinction as one of the largest and most successful California Community College foundations, with assets exceeding $100 million. The Foundation is number one among 114 California Community College foundations for funds raised to provide student scholarships and currently oversees an investment portfolio exceeding $75 million.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Examples of key duties are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. Incumbents routinely perform approximately 80% of the duties below. 

• Identify and research local, state, federal, and private grant funding opportunities aligned with SRJC's strategic goals and mission.

• Develop and coordinate the timely submission of high-quality, competitive grant proposals, including narratives, goals, budgets, timelines, data, and required attachments.

• Partner with faculty, administrators, and staff to support grant opportunities, ensuring alignment with District priorities and feasibility of implementation.

• Develop and implement internal policies and procedures related to grant development, submission, and stewardship through the participatory governance structure.

• Lead internal cross-functional working groups to support collaborative grant development efforts.

• Steward relationships with funding agencies and philanthropic partners; serve as primary point of contact for public and private grantmakers.

• Collect and share data, stories, and reports to demonstrate philanthropic and grant impact and provide support for projects, campaigns, and events that advance philanthropic goals.

• Manage internal systems to track grant deadlines, proposal statuses, award outcomes, and reporting timelines.

• Support post-award compliance in partnership with District employees and program leads to ensure regulatory, financial, and programmatic requirements are met.

• Facilitate grant process from application through implementation, including internal kickoff meetings and reporting calendars.

• Deliver training and capacity-building support for faculty and staff on grant writing, program design, and compliance best practices.

• Maintain detailed records of all pending, awarded, and declined proposals and funding correspondence.

• Monitor trends in grantmaking and funding landscapes and provide regular updates and strategic guidance to Foundation and District leadership.

• Develop and lead internal grant opportunities for the SRJC Foundation.

• Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions;

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Foundation and District advancement and external relations efforts.

KNOWLEDGE OF: 

• Public agency, private foundation, and corporate grant funding processes, including proposal development, compliance, and reporting

• Federal and state regulations related to grant administration and post-award management

• Principles of budget development, financial planning, and performance measurement for grants

• Current trends and best practices in philanthropy, institutional advancement, and community college grant opportunities

• Project management tools and techniques for multi-stakeholder collaboration

• Data and evaluation methods used to support grant proposals and outcomes reporting

• Standard software tools (e.g., Microsoft Office) and grants/fundraising database systems

ABILITY TO: 

• Write clear, compelling, and competitive grant proposals tailored to a range of funders

• Synthesize complex ideas and institutional needs into strategic, fundable projects

• Develop and manage detailed project timelines, budgets, and reporting calendars

• Interpret and apply regulations, policies, and guidelines from funding agencies

• Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration and coordinate multiple stakeholders

• Build and maintain relationships with funders and community partners

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines with accuracy

• Communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms to diverse audiences

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates/incumbents must meet the minimum qualifications as detailed below, or file for equivalency. Equivalency decisions are made on the basis of a combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. If requesting consideration on the basis of equivalency, an Equivalency Application is required at the time of interest in a position (equivalency decisions are made by Human Resources, in coordination with the department where the vacancy exists, if needed.) 

Education:

Bachelor's degree.

Experience:

Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in writing and managing grant proposals for education or nonprofit organizations, with demonstrated success in securing funding from public and private sources

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Demonstrated experience securing federal grants: Preferred experience includes a track record of identifying, writing, and successfully securing competitive federal grant funding (e.g., Department of Education, NSF, NIH, federal workforce or community development grants).

• Demonstrated experience with state grant programs: Preferred experience includes familiarity with California state grant opportunities and compliance requirements (such as state workforce, education, categorical or noncredit grants), including submission, post-award reporting, and regulatory adherence.

• Demonstrated experience with both public and private grant portfolios: Preferred experience managing grants from multiple funding sources (public including federal/state; and private including foundations/corporate), demonstrating versatility in proposal development and funder engagement.

• Minimum of four or more years of progressively responsible grants experience including writing and managing grant proposals and awards for educational institutions or nonprofit organizations with measurable success in securing funding, , financial and programmatic reporting, grant compliance, and post award stewardship.

Application Procedures

To be considered for this recruitment, applicants must provide the following: 

• A completed Santa Rosa Junior College/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application and responses to Agency-wide Questions.

• Contact information (phone number and email address) for three professional references. One reference must be from a current or previous supervisor.

• A brief cover letter.

• Current resume.

• A written response to the diversity supplemental question.

• Copies of transcripts of all college-level coursework. Transcripts must state that the Degree(s) has been conferred or awarded.

• If transcripts are from an institution outside of the United States, applicant must provide a formal evaluation by a credential evaluation service accredited by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services of their international degree(s) at the time of application. For further details on SRJC requirements on Foreign Degrees, please see Foreign Degree Requirements.

• If you do not possess minimum qualifications as noted under the Minimum Qualifications Section above, you must complete and attach the https://hr.santarosa.edu/sites/hr.santarosa.edu/files/documents/mgmtEquivAppfinal.pdf https://get.adobe.com/reader/https://get.adobe.com/reader/ and supporting documents, including narrative synopsis, to your employment application.

PLEASE SUBMIT ONLY MATERIALS REQUESTED. 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Successful applicants must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

• Successful completion of background check including Live Scan and Tuberculosis (TB) assessment/screening.

• If selected for the position, official transcripts must be submitted prior to employment.

• Must be willing to work on-site as determined by the department (the Sonoma County Junior College District does not offer ‘remote only' assignments).

• Within 6 months of employment, must complete required District trainings on topics such as Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention, and Title IX.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

• Sonoma County Junior College District will not sponsor any visa applications.

• Applicants must be available for interviews at Santa Rosa Junior College at no cost to the District.

• Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made to complete the selection process by contacting the Office of Human Resources directly at (707) 527-4954.

• Clery Report: Crime awareness and security information are available from District Police. (Public Law 101-542). The Clery Report can be found https://police.santarosa.edu/.

• An applicant who attempts to contact individual Board members or members of the screening committee with the intent of influencing the decision of the committee or the Board, will be disqualified. General inquiries regarding the position and/or District employment should be directed to the Human Resources Department.

ABOUT THE SONOMA COUNTY JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT 

Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC) is a public single college district located in Sonoma County, California and serves the County of Sonoma and portions of Marin and Mendocino counties. Sonoma County is rich in history, beauty, and culture and is an excellent choice for a place to live and work. The District is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. The District prides itself on being an inclusive, diverse, and sustainable community that fosters the growth and development of its students, faculty, and staff. SRJC is a unique institution in a unique environment. SRJC serves approximately 22,000 students each semester and is committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism, and accessibility.

Santa Rosa Junior College has been an integral part of the Sonoma County community and its rich history, beauty and culture for more than 100 years. The District has two campuses, located in Santa Rosa and Petaluma, California, two centers, a Public Safety Training Center located in Windsor, California, and the Robert Shone Agricultural Center located in Forestville, California, and SRJC Roseland in Southwest Santa Rosa. Students may choose from over 100 associate degree majors and certificate programs, complete courses toward the first two years of a bachelor's degree program or pursue courses for other professional or personal reasons.

Please see the following Online Resources to learn more about SRJC:

• https://president.santarosa.edu/

• https://student-services.santarosa.edu/

• https://accreditation.santarosa.edu/

• https://fact-book.santarosa.edu/public

• https://strategic-planning.santarosa.edu/district-mission-vision-and-values

• https://strategic-planning.santarosa.edu/

Non-Discrimination 

The Sonoma County Junior College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnic group identification, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or sexual orientation in any of its policies, procedures or practices; nor does the District discriminate against any employees or applicants for employment on the basis of their age. This non-discrimination policy covers admission, access and treatment in District programs and activities--including but not limited to academic admissions, financial aid, educational services and athletics--and application for District employment.

The Sonoma County Junior College District is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information about Title IX, please refer to https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/santarosa/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=D6596B2171AA and https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/santarosa/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=D47RJT6650FF, which outlines our commitment to proactive measures in preventing sexual harassment and ensuring a respectful and inclusive community for all. 

To apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/6834287 

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Salary : $11,189 - $13,601