Job Description

: Posting Summary Working Title Grants Writer Role Title Prog Admin Specialist II Role Code 19212-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band 05 Position Number 29400008 Agency Southwest Virginia Community College Division Southwest Virginia Community College (Div) Work Location Tazewell - 185 Hiring Range $54,418 to $60,000 annually Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category B-Professional Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule M-F 7:45a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sensitive Position No Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate's degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. SWCC also has associate degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice. Southwest Virginia Community College is seeking a Grants Writer to help coordinate and grow the robust grant activity on campus. The Grants Writer will have major responsibility for grant planning, writing, and administration; will provide assistance with other college fund-raising activities, grants from Foundations, corporations, and government sources, and provide revenue for college initiatives, campus innovation, policy, advocacy, and special projects that result in the fulfillment of the community college mission. This position requires a 12-month probationary period for both new hires and transfers. Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Excellent technical writing, oral communication, and organizational skills and be able to articulate educational goals and develop objectives, budgets, evaluation methods and desired program outcomes.
• Working knowledge of the use of computer-based technology for research, word processing, development of spreadsheets and oral presentations.
• Ability to work well under pressure/meet deadlines
• Understand and be committed to the unique nature and role of the community college
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, faculty & staff and other stakeholders important to the college.
• Education and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree
• Experience in successfully securing grants and/or private funds for a non-profit or government organization preferred.

Additional Considerations

• Experience in higher education environment

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees Yes Required Travel Occasional travel is required. Posting Detail Information Posting Number CLS_2914P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 03/28/2024 Job Close Date 04/21/2024 Open Until Filled No Agency Website Contact Name Human Resources Email human.resources@sw.edu Phone Number 2769647339 Special Instructions to Applicants In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application. Please visit Additional Information For more information, please see the Opportunity Profile . Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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