Northwest Mississippi Community College is hiring: Grant Writer Coordinator in S

Content Summary: Grant Writer Coordinator at Senatobia, for Northwest Mississippi Community College Job DescriptionThe Grant Writer Coordinator will identify, define and develop funding sources to support existing and planned program activities as well as lead the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to federal, state, and private funding agencies. The coordinator is responsible for grant management of federal funding as needed. Primary responsibilities include preparation of proposals and grant applications, and performance of responsible professional and administrative work in researching, identifying, developing and responding to public and private grant opportunities in areas that support Northwest Mississippi Community College programs. The position is also responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting data on the performance of program activities that are funded by federal, state, and private funding agencies.Minimum Education, Skills and Abilities Bachelor's degree required; Grant writing experience, preferably with an education focus; Experience which should demonstrate a proven track record of securing new funding opportunities; comprehensive knowledge of research, and the ability to distinguish and identify opportunities for Northwest academic and technical programs. Excellent writing and verbal skills; Be highly organized with the ability to implement systems and follow-up processes; Proficiency in research, interpreting, and analyzing diverse data; Excellent Computer skills (Microsoft Office Word, Access, PowerPoint and Excel), and database management skills; Motivated self-starter with the ability to work collaboratively and independently with purpose and accuracy in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Education, Skills and Abilities Master's degree; 3 to 5 years of experience as a successful grant writer; Previous grant budget development and management; A proven record of securing major grants with certifiable references; Knowledge of grant application process, scoring criteria and funding cycles; Previous federal grant application, submission, approval and management of funds Work Environment Work primarily in a climate-controlled office setting environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. Sedentary, sitting, walking, occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor, bending, frequent near vision use for reading and computer use.Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities Researches and identifies new government, corporate, foundation and private funding prospects to match College priorities; Generates high-quality proposals, narratives, applications and supporting documents in response to solicitations consistent with all policies and procedures of Northwest Mississippi Community College, and the requirements and guidelines of the funding agencies; Generates revenues for Northwest programs through timely submission of well-researched, well written and well-documented grant proposals; Maintains primary responsibility for grant schedules and tracking grants; Serves as a liaison to all funding agencies and organizations; Works with appropriate personnel to research, develop, write and submit letters of inquiry, concept papers and grant proposals; Coordinates and follows-up on the progress of submitted proposals; Coordinates with the Business Office to create expenditure and income budgets to accompany proposals; Upgrade Grants Manual procedures and procedures in cooperation with the Business Office. Office; Develops and maintains a master file on pending grants and contracts; Remains up-to-date on current issues relative to grant proposals; Meets regularly with faculty/staff to discuss current and new funding needs; Become cognizant of regulations & other matters of compliance with all grants including the, FAQs, CFRs, email, webinars and all other communiques as they relate to the grants; Become familiar with and adhere to policies and procedures of Northwest Mississippi Community College and the state of Mississippi regarding grant management; Inform staff and answer questions regarding allowability of proposed expenditures related to all specific grants; Inform supervisor on the progress of all grants and issues that may arise with each grant. Maintains confidentiality of information exposed to in the course of business regarding students, supervisors or other employees; Requires the kind of teamwork, supervision, and personal interaction, that cannot be had in a home office situation; therefore, regular and predictable on-site attendance is a job requirement; Develop and support external funding program for the Heindl Center for the Performing Arts. Other duties as assigned by Vice President of Administration and Finance.APPLICATIONTo apply submit and attach the following: Submit application on at www.northwestms.edu Attach (upload) Resume Attach (upload) Transcript(s) Attach three (3) Professional References (Name, Phone Number, and Email)About UsNorthwest Mississippi Community College is a two-year, open access public community college primarily serving 11 counties in northwest Mississippi. Our vision states that "Northwest Mississippi Community College transforms our students' lives, enriches our communities, and strives for excellence in our educational programs and services." Accreditation Northwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Applied Science degree and certificates in career education. Questions about the accreditation of Northwest Mississippi Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org). Affirmative Action Northwest Mississippi Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in all its programs and activities. Northwest Mississippi Community College prohibits sexual harassment and all forms of sexual violence, regardless of sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Disability Support Services Coordinator, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7046, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3309, e-mail address mkelsay@northwestms.edu; Title II of the Age Discrimination Act: Vice President for Finance and Administration, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7017, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3216, e-mail address jhorton@northwestms.edu; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972/Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: (For student-related matters) Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7010, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3409, e-mail address trush@northwestms.edu or (for employment-related matters) Director of Human Resources, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7038, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 560-5216, email estanford@northwestms.edu. Safety Statement The safety and security of students, faculty, and staff is very important to Northwest Mississippi Community College. A copy of the Annual Security Report, published annually by the Campus Police Department, details Northwest policies and procedures regarding campus safety. A copy of the report, which contains the annual crime statistics report, is available online in the current Northwest Bulletin (www.northwestms.edu/bulletin) or on the Northwest website (www.northwestms.edu) and in printed form upon request from the Campus Police Office at (662) 562-3314.