Colorado Mesa University
Grant Writer
Colorado Mesa University, Grand Junction, Colorado, United States, 81503
ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY
Grant Writer
ABOUT THIS POSITION
Summary:The Office of Sponsored Programs provides support to faculty and staff in the development and submission of research, instruction and outreach proposals for external funding and post-award management of sponsored projects. The Grant Writer will provide technical writing support to faculty and staff developing grant applications, ensuring alignment with funding and proposal requirements to secure financial support for academic research and initiatives. This position will work closely with the entire OSP team to ensure understanding of regulations, terms and conditions, etc. of any grants.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following. Other duties as assigned:
• Assist in identifying potential grant opportunities from government agencies, private foundations, and corporations.
• Collaborate with Principal Investigators to understand the goals, scope, and significance of their research or program ideas.
• Conduct interviews and meetings with faculty and staff to gather detailed information about their proposed projects.
• Write clear, compelling, and well-structured grant proposals, including narratives and supporting documents.
• Review and revise drafts with researchers to incorporate feedback and improve the coherence of proposal narratives.
• Maintain ongoing communication with faculty and staff throughout the proposal development process to address questions and provide updates.
• Support researchers in developing realistic aims and timelines for proposals.
• Develop proposal concepts by identifying and clarifying opportunities and needs, studying requests for proposals (RFPs), and attending proposal planning meetings.
• Coordinate with various departments and Pre-Award Specialist to ensure the timely submission of grant applications.
• Maintain accurate records of grant proposals and drafts consistent with department standards and expectations.
• Prepare summaries and reports on submitted proposals upon request.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Experience assessing grant applications and writing grant narratives.
• Proven record of establishing and nurturing productive collaborative relationships, with the ability to work positively with a wide range of faculty, staff and students.
• Excellent and professional communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with faculty, staff, funding agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Superb time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in writing or English.
• 2-5 years of experience writing grant proposal narratives.
• Experience in higher education setting.
• Previous success developing highly competitive major grant proposals.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and familiarity with grant funding policies and procedures and programs specific to programming that has supported underserved student populations.
Salary:
$55,000.00 - 60,000.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!
Department:
Colorado Mesa University
Employment Type:
Administrative
HOW TO APPLY
Application Deadline:
To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 8/11/2024.
How to Apply:
Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.
• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)
Direct Inquiries Contact:
Jayde Tyler, jtyler2@coloradomesa.edu
ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY
Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus located in Grand Junction. As western Colorado's largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its community college, Western Colorado Community College and via online offerings. Founded in 1925, it's a dynamic university enrolling more than 11,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate and graduate levels.
At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they'll encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that support students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.
The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you won't have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, and rafting. In addition to a mountain resort that's less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado's best kept secrets.
Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed.
Grant Writer
ABOUT THIS POSITION
Summary:The Office of Sponsored Programs provides support to faculty and staff in the development and submission of research, instruction and outreach proposals for external funding and post-award management of sponsored projects. The Grant Writer will provide technical writing support to faculty and staff developing grant applications, ensuring alignment with funding and proposal requirements to secure financial support for academic research and initiatives. This position will work closely with the entire OSP team to ensure understanding of regulations, terms and conditions, etc. of any grants.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following. Other duties as assigned:
• Assist in identifying potential grant opportunities from government agencies, private foundations, and corporations.
• Collaborate with Principal Investigators to understand the goals, scope, and significance of their research or program ideas.
• Conduct interviews and meetings with faculty and staff to gather detailed information about their proposed projects.
• Write clear, compelling, and well-structured grant proposals, including narratives and supporting documents.
• Review and revise drafts with researchers to incorporate feedback and improve the coherence of proposal narratives.
• Maintain ongoing communication with faculty and staff throughout the proposal development process to address questions and provide updates.
• Support researchers in developing realistic aims and timelines for proposals.
• Develop proposal concepts by identifying and clarifying opportunities and needs, studying requests for proposals (RFPs), and attending proposal planning meetings.
• Coordinate with various departments and Pre-Award Specialist to ensure the timely submission of grant applications.
• Maintain accurate records of grant proposals and drafts consistent with department standards and expectations.
• Prepare summaries and reports on submitted proposals upon request.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
• Experience assessing grant applications and writing grant narratives.
• Proven record of establishing and nurturing productive collaborative relationships, with the ability to work positively with a wide range of faculty, staff and students.
• Excellent and professional communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with faculty, staff, funding agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Superb time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in writing or English.
• 2-5 years of experience writing grant proposal narratives.
• Experience in higher education setting.
• Previous success developing highly competitive major grant proposals.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and familiarity with grant funding policies and procedures and programs specific to programming that has supported underserved student populations.
Salary:
$55,000.00 - 60,000.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!
Department:
Colorado Mesa University
Employment Type:
Administrative
HOW TO APPLY
Application Deadline:
To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 8/11/2024.
How to Apply:
Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.
• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)
Direct Inquiries Contact:
Jayde Tyler, jtyler2@coloradomesa.edu
ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY
Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus located in Grand Junction. As western Colorado's largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its community college, Western Colorado Community College and via online offerings. Founded in 1925, it's a dynamic university enrolling more than 11,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate and graduate levels.
At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they'll encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that support students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.
The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you won't have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, and rafting. In addition to a mountain resort that's less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado's best kept secrets.
Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.
Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed.