Grants Administrator (2AA26)

Posting number: 193621

Department: Aiken Technical College

Division: Academic Affairs

Job classification: Grants Administrator I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Community Development, Grants Administration, Higher Education, Database Administration

The Grants Administrator, reporting directly to the Vice President of Academic Affairs and Workforce Innovation, is responsible for managing the lifecycle of grants, including grant writing, and pre-award and post-award processes. The Grant Administrator coordinates grant applications, ensures compliance with funding requirements, and oversees financial and administrative aspects of awarded grants. The Grants Administrator will work closely with faculty, staff, funding agencies, and other stakeholders to facilitate the successful acquisition and management of grant objectives and funds.

• Identifies potential grant opportunities, develops proposal strategies, documents relevant research, and writes narratives. Submits grants aligned with the College's strategic plan and mission and monitors grant budgets adhering to grant outcomes. Analyzes data to support grant proposals in evaluating program effectiveness. Coordinates with external and institutional stakeholders in the development of grants and ensures complete and competitive applications are submitted within the established guidelines and timelines.
• Provides oversight for the implementation and compliance of awarded grants. Monitors grant expenditures to ensure compliance with funding agency regulations and College policies and procedures. Ensures grant expenditures and activities are executed per the awarded grant.
• Serves as the primary point of contact between the College and funding agencies, ensuring clear and effective communication. Works collaboratively with internal departments to facilitate grant administration. Reports on grant progress and evaluates the effectiveness of grant programs.
• Develops, implements and evaluates annual and long-range grant funding plans that align with the College’s strategic plan. Identifies College projects for which funding is desired, develops strategies to obtain funding, and establishes timelines for project funding.  Leads and supports special projects related to cross-departmental initiatives, as assigned.
• Develops and maintains a grant tracking system to monitor deadlines, renewals, and the status of grants and contracts. Maintains accurate records of all submitted proposals, funded projects, and related data and documentation. Serves on College committees and participates in statewide peer groups. Develops and delivers presentations for faculty, staff, and community partners.  Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree and business, personnel, grant-in-aid, or public administration work experience.

Three (3) years of experience in grant administration, including pre-award and post-award processes preferred. Demonstrated experience with federal, state, and private grant funding sources preferred.

Aiken Technical College is an equal opportunity employer committed to having diversity throughout the College. Requests for accommodations must be made by the above-stated deadline.

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