Grant Development & Project Manager (2 positions)

Company: Western Technical College
Location: La Crosse
Posted on: November 20, 2024

Job Description:

Position Summary
Western Technical College is a preferred employer in the 7 Rivers Region and is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace for all co-workers. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping others learn, dedicated to serving students, and committed to the principles of equity and social justice. Western believes that serving the full breadth of our student and co-worker populations requires cultural competency and enthusiasm for diversity of all kinds. We recognize the intersectional nature of discrimination and are committed to counteracting these biases and eliminating the effects they have had on our students, co-workers, and communities. If you are a motivated individual who can contribute to excellence in teaching, learning, social justice and equity, please consider this employment opportunity at Western.

Summary of Position:The Grant Development and Project Manager is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing competitive funding plans in federal, state, and private grant making to support Western priorities, programs, and initiatives.
There are two open positions for this posting.

• One is a benefit-eligible full-time regular position
• One is a benefit-eligible full-time limited term position with an end date of 9/30/28
  These two positions are hybrid eligible positions that would allow for 2-3 days a week working from home after the training period
  Essential Functions
  1. Maintain and uphold the College values of Learning, Excellence, Accountability, Diversity, Student Success, Teamwork, Integrity, and Respect. Regular attendance is required.
  2. Complete all required College training and responsible for maintaining the skills necessary to complete the essential functions of the position as defined by the department.
  3. Student Success is the cornerstone of Western's culture and the college may assign employees as needed to other areas or additional duties to foster this success.
  4. Resource Development - Supporting Action/Tasks May Include:
  
  • Develop federal and state grant projects using best practices in grant writing and ethical decision-making, following Western procedures and the Grants Dept. Handbook as a guide.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with department deans, managers, faculty, and staff who are involved in planning and implementing grant projects.
  • Research and then coordinate opportunities with grant funding requests across the college.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Wisconsin Technical College System office coordinators of state projects.
  • Identify potential challenges threatening grant revenue and make appropriate recommendations to supervisor.
  • Collaborating with the Grant Writer, monitor, compile, and assign project writing requirements, so projects are completed within internal and external deadlines.
  • Work with other WTCS colleges as needed on grant-funded consortium projects.5. Project Management - Supporting Action/Tasks May Include:
    
    • Manage timelines and deliverables in developing and writing winning federal and state grant proposals.
    • Facilitate implementation plans for funded projects in collaboration with designated grant managers. Monitor adherence to implementation plans through regular check-ins to inform, compose, and submit grant-required reporting and compliance regulations.
    • Through feedback, suggest improvements to workflows or processes, including grants management and tracking of reporting information.
    • Help monitor Grant Writer capacity, create/track timelines, and document all stages of project.6. Coordination with Internal Partners - Supporting Action/Tasks May Include:
      
      • Liaise with Foundation to take on and assign private foundation proposals to support college or Foundation priorities.
      • Develop longer-term funding plans for new or emergent academic and/or student programs in collaboration with Director of Grants.
        
        Qualifications
        Minimum Qualifications:
        • Bachelor's Degree in related field with 3 yrs. occupational experience OR
        • Education in related field combined with related occupational experience totaling 7 yrs. OR
        • Related Occupational experience totaling 7 yrs.Preferred Qualifications:
          • 5 years' experience in related field
          • Previous employment at an institution of higher education
          • Employment in careers that actively promote equity and social justice for disengaged individuals
          • Student affairs, workforce development, and/or grant writing experience
          • A degree in communications
            Special Instructions/About Western
            This position reports to: Director of Grants
            
            Starting annual/hourly salary range based on education and experience: $58,325 - $76,289
            
            There are two open positions for this posting.
            
            
            • One is a regular full-time position
            • One is a full-time limited term position with an end date of 9/30/28 These two positions are hybrid eligible positions that would allow for 2-3 days a week working from home after the training period
              
              These positions would include competitive salary, along with a wide variety of benefits available to full-time Western Technical College Employees. These benefits include: health, dental, life, retirement - Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), voluntary vision, supplemental Allstate insurance (accident, critical illness and cancer), pet insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance plans, flexible spending account for health & dependent care, employee assistance program (EAP), and tax sheltered annuity programs -457 & 403(b).
              
              Applicant review will begin: Wednesday, November 20, 2024
              
              Start Date of: January 2025
              
              Copies of Transcripts from regionally accredited colleges or universities are acceptable during the application process (originals will be required upon hire)
              
              Western is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Our mission is to provide relevant, high quality education in a collaborative and sustainable environment that changes the lives of students and grows our communities. Western is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace for all employees.
              
              An Equal Opportunity/Access/Employer And Educator
              
              Western Technical College is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status. Reasonable accommodation will be provided in the job application process to enable a qualified applicant to have an equal opportunity to be considered for a job as is provided to all Western employees. If you want to request an accommodation, please contact the EEO/AA Compliance Officer at (608)785-9274.
              
              Non-Discrimination Notice
              Western Technical College, in compliance with state and federal law, does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, marital status, sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity, veteran status, genetic testing or other legislated categories in employment, admissions, programs, or activities. Western prohibits retaliation against any individuals who bring forth any compliant, orally or in writing, to the College or government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination. Western provides assurance that lack of English reading/speaking skills will not be a barrier to admittance and participation in the College. General inquiries regarding the College's non-discrimination policies may be directed to:
              John Heath
              Director of Human Resources
              Western Technical College
              111 7th Street North
              La Crosse, WI 54601
              608-785-9464
              WI Relay: 711
              
              
              
              
              
              

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