Grant Writer/Developer - 50% FTE - Grant Funded

Overview

975 work hours per year. One year appointment with an option of two additional years. This position will be a regular part time position with Roane State Community College, however, through a partnership with CNS Y-12, this position will support the grant development needs of Y-12’s Oak Ridge Enhanced Technology and Training Center (ORETTC).

Location

Position is able to be conducted via local remote work, however, it will be necessary to physically meet with the ORETTC occasionally.

Description of Duties

Write funding requests and grant applications; adapt and edit proposals, concept papers and letters of inquiry for submission to foundations, corporations, and government agencies

Be involved in day-to-day grant management, including, but not limited to, maintaining project management for individual grants; assisting with the development and management of a response archive, and setting-up calls with internal and external stakeholders.

Conduct research for potential funding sources; maintain funding opportunity databases; and provide timely advice and information on funding opportunities, requirements, and procedures

Monitor and interpret regulations to ensure regulatory compliance; inform and advise institutional representatives of compliance issues

Conduct internal and external research for statistics and other information to support grant proposals; gather information that will facilitate understanding of the concept of projects/programs for which funding is sought

Develop budgets for grant project related activities and expenditures

Prepare graphics for grant applications (matrices, calendars of activities, data table/charts, etc.)

Maintain contact with grant-making organizations during the review process for submitted applications

Manage the process of progress report submissions for awarded grants

Work closely with ORETTC in developing and transforming ideas into grant proposals; acquire and maintain comprehensive knowledge of the organization to enhance understanding of projects for which grants are sought and to recommend most appropriate sources of funding

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in related field required, with demonstrated experience in grant writing.

1-3 years professional writing experience required; 3-5 years preferred

Experience in developing and writing programmatic proposals to governmental and private funding sources, including development of program activities, supporting graphics, budgets and budget narrative, timelines, and job descriptions

Working knowledge of federal and state grant application and reporting guidelines and requirements as well as current practices, including electronic submission of grant proposals

Strong expository and persuasive writing skills, a high-level command of grammar and spelling, demonstrated ability to write and edit with consistent accuracy and compelling messages, demonstrated ability to match writing style with audience

Ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate a variety of data

Highly organized with ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate multiple projects

Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Strong computer skills (excellent command of Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and Access)

Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills; ability to work collaboratively with faculty/staff in various departments/disciplines

Note To Applicants

One year appointment with an option of two additional years.

All applications will be processed online only.

To be considered for a position at Roane State, you must create an on-line application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Please be sure to include the complete Begin and End Dates under your Employment History. Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Scan and attach required documents (diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma, transcripts, certifications), and resume to the online application in Word or PDF format (less than 2 MB in size). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for he application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Once the online application is complete a confirmation number will be given to the applicant verifying receipt of the application.

All applications will be processed online only and may be accessed by visiting the Tennessee Board of Regents website at https://www.tbr.edu/hr/institution-jobs.

Candidates who are called for an interview must notify Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Offer of employment contingent upon successful background check.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes an excellent retirement package from the state of Tennessee, 401K plan with match, thirteen paid annual holidays in addition to annual and sick leave days, health and dental insurance, tuition discounts and state employee discounts.

Roane State Community College is a TBR and AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities sponsored by Roane State.