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Director of Grants Development and Administration (Winter Haven) (2023216)

Job Description

About the Opportunity:

At Polk State, our amazing faculty and staff create an inspiring workplace. We offer a collaborative, creative and culturally diverse work environment. If you want to be supported in your efforts to grow professionally and to be recognized for your contributions, then come work for Polk State!

SOAR, EAGLES!

About the Position:

The Director of Grant Development & Administration is responsible for overseeing Polk State College's grant application, management, and reporting systems including: identifying institutional needs; strategically identifying appropriate funding sources; managing proposal development; coordinating grant development teams; providing training for proposal development; providing technical assistance to project developers; conducting grant-related research; and overseeing grant-related management, reporting and recording keeping to ensure compliance with terms of grant awards as well as state and federal law.

Essential Functions/Duties

• Develop and maintain grant development process that ensures institutional needs are addressed according to priorities established in Polk State College's strategic goals and objectives.

• Develop and oversee grant administration process, including a central record keeping system for grant applications, awards, reports, and supporting documents, ensuring institutional compliance with state and federal laws, funding agency and Polk State College regulations, and conditions set forth in grant award contracts.

• Oversee and support the Grant Writer and Grant Manager including monitoring grant program activity, reporting, and correspondence.

• Strategically identify and research potential sources of federal, state, local and private foundation, and corporate grant funding.

• Actively solicit funding sources on a state, national, and local level for identified College grant areas.

• Develop working relationships with corporate, government and foundation granting agencies as well as local and regional government and business partners, community-based organizations.

• Oversee grant application process including coordinating grant development teams for each proposal; conceptualizing and writing proposals; developing grant proposal budgets in coordination with the appropriate budget head and the Polk State College business office; reviewing and editing proposals prior to submission; and ensuring that proposals are submitted on time and in an appropriate format to funding entity.

• Submit monthly reports to the Vice President, Institutional Effectiveness, Accreditation, & Research that includes grant proposals submitted, award notifications, and other grant related activities.

• Create and conduct proposal development training for interested faculty and staff.

• Participate in local, state, regional and national workshops, conferences, and

• meetings to stay current in funding trends and potential funding sources.

This position is a P16 level. Polk State uses years of experience and internal equity factors to determine pay rates. Please see below for pay range.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of effective grant research, grant writing, and external funding sources.

• Knowledge of effective project management techniques.

• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication.

• Demonstrated understanding of educational institutions and policies and procedures.

Working Conditions:

• Work outside of a 40-hour work week may be required to complete major tasks.

• Must have the ability to work proficiently in busy, multi-office work area. This is an on-campus position (not remote or hybrid).

• Attendance at workshops and seminars will be required as part of the position.

Required Education

Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Education or related field.

Required Experience:

• Five years grant administration, including the associated business and accounting processes, grant writing, and grant research required with a proven track record in securing grants, preferably in an education setting.

• Experience with federal or state grants required.

• Knowledge of the Florida state college system preferred.

We offer an excellent employer-paid benefits package including the following: Medical, Dental, Life, Long-Term Disability, Vacation (except faculty), Holiday and Sick Leave, Retirement (if eligible) and college fee waivers. Other employee-paid, voluntary benefits (vision, short-term disability, etc.) are also available.

Important Information:

• Application Requirements: A completed online application consists of:

• Resume/CV

• Polk State electronic job application (eApp) with all sections fully completed.

Submissions that do not include all required information will not be considered.

• Background Screening: Reference checks, successful completion of a Level II background check (fingerprinting), and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.

• Staff Transcripts: For career positions (C10-C18), an undergraduate degree is not required. However, please note that education will be verified for all stated degrees. Submission of official transcripts for all stated degrees will be required as a condition of employment, following receipt of job offer.

• Veterans’ Preference: Eligible applicants must use the http://polkstatecareers.silkroad.com/map_images/main/SiteGen/PSCexternal/Content/Uploads/Documents/EmploymentListings_Documents/Veterans_Preference_in_Employment/Polk_State_Veterans__Preference_FINAL_Fillable_Form__June_2012.pdfto apply for Veterans’ Preference for positions in qualifying categories (Career and Protech positions levels P12 – P16). All required documentation (Polk State Veteran’s Preference Form, DD-214, and any other required documentation) must be submitted with the completed application for consideration.

• As a general rule, Polk State College does not provide H1-B visa sponsorship. Exceptions may be made based on the College's need for a candidate with unique skills and expertise where the College cannot otherwise recruit and hire qualified non-sponsored candidates.

• Relocation: Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.

This position will close at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, August 11, 2023.

If you need further assistance with your application, please contact the Recruiting Team at Careers@polk.edu.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

Polk State College is committed to equal access/equal opportunity in its programs, activities, and employment. For questions or concerns on equity issues, please contact: Lonnie Thompson, Chief of Institutional Compliance and Engagement; 999 Avenue H, NE; Winter Haven, FL 33881; Office: 863.292.3602 Ext. 5343; lthompso@polk.edu.

Polk State College is a drug-free workplace and participates in E-Verify.

Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you feel you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with Polk State, please call 863-297-1070 or e-mail Careers@polk.edu with the nature of your request, along with your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will receive a response.

Company Location:

Winter Haven Campus

Salary Type:

Annually

Salary:

55,986.78 - 71,637.72 USD

Employment Term: R-Regular

Assignment Type: FULLTIME

Pay Level: P16

FLSA Status: Exempt

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