Grant Writer

General Description

This position is responsible for the procurement and management of external public and private funding in support of institutional priorities, working with faculty, administrators, and staff to develop such proposals. This position requires a high degree of initiative, organizational and problem-solving skills, and ability to meet high-pressure deadlines. Reports To Associate Vice President of Advancement What position(s) reports to this position? none Minimum Education / Experience Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum (3) years’ work experience in grant research, grant proposal development and writing, and / or grants compliance.

Grant writing experience involving demonstrated situations in which the applicant had full responsibility for initiating and writing proposals and demonstrable success in grant acquisition. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge :

Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of grant writing, proposal development, and fundraisingKnowledge of funding sources including federal, state, local, corporate, public, and private foundations

Knowledge of budgeting, cost principles, and financial documentation required for grant applications

Knowledge of research methods for identifying funding opportunities

Knowledge of compliance requirements, reporting standards, and regulations related to grant-funded programs

Proficiency in project management, time management, and multitasking to meet competing deadlines and priorities

Proficiency with office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and grant management databases

Skills :

Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with the ability to tailor content to specific funders

Skill in persuasive communication, including the ability to craft compelling narratives and proposals

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in preparing and reviewing documents

Ability to learn and use various online software programs for grant submission and management

Skill in data collection, analysis, and presentation for use in proposals and reports

Abilities :

Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, logically, and coherently orally and in writing.

Ability to work effectively independently as well as collaboratively.

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple complex tasks and to maintain deadlines.

Demonstrated attention to detail, professional attitude, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Proactive and action-oriented personality; strong sense of pace and urgency

Willingness to travel occasionally as needed. Physical Demands / Working Conditions PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS :

The work is light work which requires the person in this position to occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required :

This position requires the person to frequently move about the office and the OCCC campus to perform the essential functions of the position.

This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and stationary position.

This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer and other office equipment to perform the essential functions of the position.

This position requires the person to frequently operate equipment that involves repetitive motions of hands and wrists.

This position requires the person to use upper and lower body to exert force up to 20 pounds to grasp, push, pull or lift materials or equipment.

This position requires the person to frequently position self to access materials that may be above head or at ground level.

This position requires the person to judge, observe, and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.

Work is performed in a relatively safe, secure, and indoor office setting.

Work is performed during normal officer hours. Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree

Previous work experience at institution of higher education working as a grant writer. Required Training Quarterly compliance training as assigned by institution Work Hours Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm Department Grants and Contracts Job Open Date 08 / 22 / 2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No Job Duties Job Duties (Position Specific) To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description. Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement) Design and lead the execution of an institution-wide public and private grants program in keeping with the needs, priorities, and competencies of the institution and its faculty and staff. Efforts range from finding grant sources and informing appropriate individuals; assisting and overseeing the development and writing processes; assisting with final grant production, presentation, and submission.

Draft complete grant proposals for the Associate Vice President’s review. Assist with ideation and grant development for faculty, staff and potential partners. Edit and organize grant proposals written by other staff and faculty for the Associate Vice President’s review.

Establish and maintain the College’s registrations in electronic / Internet based funding agency grant submission systems.

Maintain current knowledge of Office of Management and Budget Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (2 CFR Part 200) and other federal regulations as they relate to allowable and unallowable costs and compliance.

Assist with acquisition of all signatures and approvals for grant projects,

Read and interpret requests for proposals and funding guidelines from government agencies and foundations to determine if appropriate for College and how best to respond.

Coordinate organizational meetings with faculty and staff to discuss guidelines, generate ideas, design projects, and assist in writing sections of the proposal. Edit and organize grant proposals written by other staff and faculty.

Represent the College in the most positive manner with all constituencies we serve.

Assume responsibility, deal effectively with problems, and exercise independent judgment when making decisions.

Maintain confidential data including passwords, salaries, social security numbers, and other personal data.

Establish and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, staff, administrators, and governmental agencies.

Research applicable rules and regulations and apply them to specific programs.

Develop and maintain a comprehensive calendar that includes a schedule for developing grant applications to meet all college and sponsor deadlines. Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures) Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures.

Contribute to a safe educational & working environment.

Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others.

Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC’s established safety and health procedures and practices.

Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills, and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.