Grants Coordinator - STEM

Advertised Position Title:

Grants Coordinator - STEM

Job Description:

Grants Coordinator – STEM

The Grants Coordinator – STEM for locating, researching, and applying for grants that meet an organization's needs within the STEM fields.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Ability to research funding sources related to the field of STEM

Ability to develop and produce grants and other proposals.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to determine informational needs, to collect and analyze information, and to devise and develop statistical analyses and reports.

Database management skills.

Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.

Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections.

Experience with grant software.

Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.

Knowledge of current developments/trends in area of expertise.

Knowledge of federal, state and/or community funding sources and mechanisms.

Knowledge of budgeting and fiscal management principles and procedures.

Essential Functions

Research new sources of public and private grant funding

Work with appropriate staff on grant narratives, goals, outcomes, and updates as needed

Write proposals and applications for both unrestricted operating revenue and restricted projects to foundations, corporations, and government sources

Work with all required internal constituents and submit timely and accurate reports for all grant funded projects

Create and maintain grant/report schedule, deadlines, progress and awards

Maintain accurate foundation records and contact information in databases

Professionally and effectively work with other departments, donors, and community

Organize meetings with Business and Industry Leaders

Communicate with employers

Coordinate professional development for faculty and staff as related to grant funding

Other duties as assigned

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree

3+ years of experience in grant writing

Job Classification:

Staff

Duty Days:

260 Days

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday

Grant Funded Position:

Yes - Grant Funded

FLSA Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

Pay Basis:

Salary

Hiring Range

$51,300.00-$57,700.00

Retirement System:

SERS - SERS (Retirement System Classification)