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Job TitleGrants and Resources SpecialistPosting NumberF003437Position StatusFull TimeAssignment Length This field only applies to FacultyGrant FundedNoCategoryAPTClass Code15Pay RateCommensurate with education and experienceLocationDistrictDepartmentDT Grants Development & AdminJob Summary

Assist in acquiring ancillary financial support from external entities and individuals by researching funding opportunities, writing and preparing proposals, developing grant opportunities for the District and assisting with project evaluation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Writes grants and proposals and other fundraising communications
• Researches potential funding sources including, public, private, state, federal, and corporate organizations
• Assists in the solicitation of funding sources at state, national and local levels for identified college needs
• Researches federal, state, and foundation grant resources via Internet, subscriptions, books, workshops, personal contacts, etc.
• Assists with the development and editing of written materials for the development office
• Supports the development and submission process
• Researches eligibility criteria of potential grant opportunities
• Matches potential grants to the appropriate departments and programs within the district
• Discusses grant possibilities with the director of development and appropriate department heads and deans
• Assists with communication of funding opportunities, strategies, determination of eligibility and requirements to campus personnel
• Works with the departmental and interdisciplinary project grant coordinators to develop the basic outline for proposals
• Assists in the preparation of the proposals
• Edits and prepares the final package for submission
• Assists with project budget in cooperation with the department heads or assigned personnel and the business office
• Assists and participates in Development Office activities, programs and projects particularly those that document and develop resource materials for development proposals
• Assists with monitoring funded activities
• Assists with maintenance of files and records system on project applications, awards, reports and supporting documents
• Assists with submission of required reports, including interim and final report as appropriate
• Monitors TCC’s compliance with proposal objectives and funding agencies reporting and accountability standards
• Assists in monitoring College’s fiscal and in-kind matching commitments for proposals
• Prepares an annual summary of grant activities building to monthly reports as the program matures
• Develops a technical assistance approach for College personnel
• Assists in developing the first operational set of college policy and procedures for grantsmanship
• Develops educational opportunities for TCC staff regarding grants and proposal writing
• Develops an internal calendar of funding deadlines
• Eventually develops the first online grant reference site for TCC
• Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
• Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
• Supports the values of the College: diversity, teaching excellence, student success, innovation and creativity and service to the College
• Supports the mission, values and 3 goals and 8 principles of the College

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Required Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensures

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
• Four (4) years of experience in organizing and coordinating a grant initiative program, public relations, fundraising program or a communications division
• Experience with computerized systems
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills

Desired Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensures

• Knowledge of the educational and community service mission of the community college
• Experience writing responses to request for proposals (RFP) from federal funding agencies (e.g. Department of Education, Department of Labor, etc.)

Knowledge, Skills and AbilityAccommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Special Instructions SummaryPosted11/01/2019 Posting Contact Summary

Should you have questions specific to this position please contact the following individual

ContactTerri Ford*terri.ford@tccd.eduApplicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae
2. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Certification / License

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please select the highest level of education you have completed.
   • High School Diploma / GED
   • 60 or more College Credit Hours
   • Associate's Degree
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • Doctorate Degree
   • None of the above
2. * Please list any certification or licensure you have that is directly related to this position.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * How many years of experience do you have organizing and coordinating a grant initiative program, public relations, fundraising program or a communications division?
   • Less than 1 year of experience
   • 1 year of experience
   • 2 years of experience
   • 3 years of experience
   • 4 years of experience
   • 5 or more years of experience
4. * How many years of experience do you have in grants management?
   • Less than 1 year of experience
   • 1 year of experience
   • 2 years of experience
   • 3 years of experience
   • 4 years of experience
   • 5 or more years of experience
5. * How would you rate your level of experience using word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint)?
   • Advanced
   • Intermediate
   • Beginner
   • None
6. * How would you rate your experience with web-based software?
   • Advanced
   • Intermediate
   • Beginner
   • None
7. * Describe your experience as it relates to this position.

   (Open Ended Question)

8. * Describe your experience and/or understanding of the life cycle of a grant.

   (Open Ended Question)