Arizona Western College
#24-012 Grant Writer & Coordinator, Entrepreneurial College
Arizona Western College, Yuma, Arizona, United States, 85365
Grant Writer &Coordinator, Entrepreneurial College
We're looking for acreative professional to lead the charge in securing grant funding to enhancestudent experiences at Arizona Western College! As our Grant Writer, you'llplay a pivotal role in supporting our mission by crafting compelling grantproposals and reports. Join us in creating a collegiate environment whereinnovation thrives, access expands, and lifelong learning flourishes. Apply nowand help us continue our tradition of winning grants and changing lives!
Salary:
$50,544 - 53,577 per year, depending on experience. Plus, excellent fringe benefits.
Summary of Function:
This position is responsible for finding andapplying for grants that can assist the College financially and in support ofthe mission. The grant writer must be able to identify potential sources andwrite compelling applications that will get approval.
Typical Duties:Serves Students. Support the planning, developing, budgeting, editing,and proofreading of college-wide and service-area grant proposals, grantreports, and other documents. Produce documents to support the work of Collegegroups and individuals that are pursuing grants. Serve as a grant writer forthe district, individually and as leader of proposal development teams in theCTE and Workforce areas.Manage College grant processes to ensurecross-departmental communication and coordination of efforts for grantsacquisition. Provide coordination and technical support for all grants. Providetechnical advice, problem-solving assistance, and answers to questionsregarding grant program goals, evaluation design, and policy interpretation.Conduct research on third-party verifiable data andevidence-based best practices that support a diverse array of grant proposals.Align terminology and methodology of effective practices to develop programsand facilitate grant activities that enhance the collegiate environment,promote access to College programs and services, and support student successand lifelong learning.Assist the CEO Vice President of Workforce &Healthcare, and Chief of Staff for the Entrepreneurial College in preparing andmonitoring College grant funding goals. Develop objectives and activities basedon College grant funding goals. Maintain grants department web page anddocument storage site, prepare monthly performance reports, and provideadministrative support for the grant office.Work with the CEO & Vice President of Workforce& Healthcare, and Chief of Staff for the Entrepreneurial College toresearch and identify federal, state, local, and private grants that mostclosely match College grant funding goals and develop grants in partnershipwith proposal development teams. Provide timely advice and information onfunding opportunities, requirements, and procedures.Support and participate in strategic planninginitiatives and performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:Associate degree and a minimum of two years'experience in grant writing and/or grant support or an equivalency of educationand experienceDemonstrated successful grant writing record andworking knowledge of budget development
Preferred:Bachelor's degree
Classification:Exempt
Position Type & Work Schedule:Full-time, 12 monthsMonday-Thursday, 7:00am - 5:00pmMay include Fridays or weekends when needed
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and proceduresKnowledge of various support agenciesWorking knowledge of current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, such as Microsoft Office applicationsAbility to identify potential sourcesSkill in project management and organizationSkill writing and presenting information to both outside granters and internal stakeholdersSkill researching online grant source databasesSkill in optimizing the grant administration process and tracking grant applicationsSkill in determining funding needs at a department, division, and college levelSkill maintaining records required by both governmental and private grantorsAbility to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and communicate effectively (verbal, written, presentation), and to relate to others in a professional, service-oriented and helpful mannerAbility to manage deliverable deadlines and strict timetablesAbility to provide technical advice and information to faculty and staffAbility to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse communityAbility to prepare research reports and proposalsSkilled in research and development of grantsAbility to multi-task and organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to detailAbility to work independently while contributing to team environmentAbility to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate action to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processesAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public
Work Environment:Indoor office environment, normal noise levels, good lightingInside office environment with normal noise and lighting levelsWork is performed in an open office environment with staff contact and frequent interruptions.
Physical Demands:Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computerProlonged periods of standingMay lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate (up to 20 pounds) amounts of weightOccasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
Travel:May be required to travel to other locations using various modes of private, commercial, or fleet transportation
Note:Yuma CampusBenefits Eligible
POSTING DATE:
May 22, 2024
FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS:
We are extending the first review date to begin on June 10, 2024. Applications submitted after the first review date may not be considered for the position. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.Completed ApplicationResume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages)Cover LetterUnofficial Transcripts
ADDRESS INQUIRIES TO:
Arizona Western CollegeHuman ResourcesPhone: (928) 344-7505 / FAX: (928) 317-6001 / TTY: (928) 344-7629Email: Human.Resources@azwestern.edu
ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We're looking for acreative professional to lead the charge in securing grant funding to enhancestudent experiences at Arizona Western College! As our Grant Writer, you'llplay a pivotal role in supporting our mission by crafting compelling grantproposals and reports. Join us in creating a collegiate environment whereinnovation thrives, access expands, and lifelong learning flourishes. Apply nowand help us continue our tradition of winning grants and changing lives!
Salary:
$50,544 - 53,577 per year, depending on experience. Plus, excellent fringe benefits.
Summary of Function:
This position is responsible for finding andapplying for grants that can assist the College financially and in support ofthe mission. The grant writer must be able to identify potential sources andwrite compelling applications that will get approval.
Typical Duties:Serves Students. Support the planning, developing, budgeting, editing,and proofreading of college-wide and service-area grant proposals, grantreports, and other documents. Produce documents to support the work of Collegegroups and individuals that are pursuing grants. Serve as a grant writer forthe district, individually and as leader of proposal development teams in theCTE and Workforce areas.Manage College grant processes to ensurecross-departmental communication and coordination of efforts for grantsacquisition. Provide coordination and technical support for all grants. Providetechnical advice, problem-solving assistance, and answers to questionsregarding grant program goals, evaluation design, and policy interpretation.Conduct research on third-party verifiable data andevidence-based best practices that support a diverse array of grant proposals.Align terminology and methodology of effective practices to develop programsand facilitate grant activities that enhance the collegiate environment,promote access to College programs and services, and support student successand lifelong learning.Assist the CEO Vice President of Workforce &Healthcare, and Chief of Staff for the Entrepreneurial College in preparing andmonitoring College grant funding goals. Develop objectives and activities basedon College grant funding goals. Maintain grants department web page anddocument storage site, prepare monthly performance reports, and provideadministrative support for the grant office.Work with the CEO & Vice President of Workforce& Healthcare, and Chief of Staff for the Entrepreneurial College toresearch and identify federal, state, local, and private grants that mostclosely match College grant funding goals and develop grants in partnershipwith proposal development teams. Provide timely advice and information onfunding opportunities, requirements, and procedures.Support and participate in strategic planninginitiatives and performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:Associate degree and a minimum of two years'experience in grant writing and/or grant support or an equivalency of educationand experienceDemonstrated successful grant writing record andworking knowledge of budget development
Preferred:Bachelor's degree
Classification:Exempt
Position Type & Work Schedule:Full-time, 12 monthsMonday-Thursday, 7:00am - 5:00pmMay include Fridays or weekends when needed
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and proceduresKnowledge of various support agenciesWorking knowledge of current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, such as Microsoft Office applicationsAbility to identify potential sourcesSkill in project management and organizationSkill writing and presenting information to both outside granters and internal stakeholdersSkill researching online grant source databasesSkill in optimizing the grant administration process and tracking grant applicationsSkill in determining funding needs at a department, division, and college levelSkill maintaining records required by both governmental and private grantorsAbility to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and communicate effectively (verbal, written, presentation), and to relate to others in a professional, service-oriented and helpful mannerAbility to manage deliverable deadlines and strict timetablesAbility to provide technical advice and information to faculty and staffAbility to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse communityAbility to prepare research reports and proposalsSkilled in research and development of grantsAbility to multi-task and organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to detailAbility to work independently while contributing to team environmentAbility to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate action to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processesAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public
Work Environment:Indoor office environment, normal noise levels, good lightingInside office environment with normal noise and lighting levelsWork is performed in an open office environment with staff contact and frequent interruptions.
Physical Demands:Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computerProlonged periods of standingMay lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate (up to 20 pounds) amounts of weightOccasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
Travel:May be required to travel to other locations using various modes of private, commercial, or fleet transportation
Note:Yuma CampusBenefits Eligible
POSTING DATE:
May 22, 2024
FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS:
We are extending the first review date to begin on June 10, 2024. Applications submitted after the first review date may not be considered for the position. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.Completed ApplicationResume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages)Cover LetterUnofficial Transcripts
ADDRESS INQUIRIES TO:
Arizona Western CollegeHuman ResourcesPhone: (928) 344-7505 / FAX: (928) 317-6001 / TTY: (928) 344-7629Email: Human.Resources@azwestern.edu
ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER