Inside Higher Ed · 15 hours ago
Lead - Grant Development
Pewaukee, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expInside Higher Ed is seeking a Lead Grant Development professional to join WCTC's Office of Grants and Resource Development. This role involves collaborating with college personnel to secure and manage external funding, particularly state and federal grants, while providing comprehensive support throughout the grant lifecycle.
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Responsibilities
Proactively identify and track external funding opportunities, including federal, state, and private grants, aligned with institutional priorities
Partner with key College personnel to revise, edit, and finalize grant and contract proposals, providing timely guidance on compliance, budget development, and submission requirements
Apply district policies, procedures, and funder guidelines when planning, writing, and submitting grant applications
Utilize Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs), and funder communications to ensure proposals are complete, accurate, and compliant
Develop and review grant and contract budgets to ensure alignment with internal controls, allowable cost principles, and state and federal regulations (including federal uniform guidance, as applicable)
Ensure consistency between narrative commitments and budgetary allocations
In conjunction with Grant Managers, coordinate the setup and ongoing monitoring of awarded grants and contracts throughout the project lifecycle
Identify grant-related issues, including reporting deficiencies, compliance risks, or financial anomalies, and notify Grant Managers of their responsibility to resolve identified issues
Analyze the budget status of each grant and contract on a monthly basis and communicate variances, trends, and areas of concern to Grant Managers and other responsible parties
Coordinate, review, and revise funder-required financial and compliance reports, including federal grant reports, prior to submission
Maintain audit-ready grant records and documentation in accordance with funder, state, and federal requirements
Continually review, improve, and develop grant-related materials (forms, manuals, and guidance) for department and campus-wide use to ensure compliance with evolving regulations and best practices
Provide training and technical assistance to campus personnel related to grant processes, documentation, and compliance requirements upon request
Prepare the College’s Fund II Budget through review and collection of current and projected grant data
Maintain and update detailed grant and contract records in Banner to support accurate tracking, reporting, and analysis of grant activity
Serve as the College’s representative on system-wide committees, collaborating with peer institutions to advance shared priorities
Participate in special projects, cross-functional initiatives, and other assignments of a similar nature and level
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of external funding sources in higher education, including federal and state grants
Understanding of grant lifecycle processes, including proposal development, award administration, and reporting
Ability to interpret and apply state and federal regulations, policies, and technical guidance
Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate, compliant, and auditable records
Ability to perform mathematical calculations, including ratios and percentages
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with diverse stakeholders
Proficiency with computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and database systems
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work effectively within cyclical and time-sensitive environments
Knowledge of basic bookkeeping and budget preparation/management principles
Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, Finance, Accounting, Education, Communications, or a related field required
Minimum of 5 years experience in grant and contract coordination, including proposal development, award administration, and reporting—particularly with state or federal grants—preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive Benefits Package including health, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, supplemental life, flex spending accounts, and much more
Generous time off and holiday schedule
Eligibility in the Wisconsin Retirement System (ETF)
Opportunities for professional growth and development (including tuition reimbursement, tuition waiver)
Well-being activities to support personal and professional well-being
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Company
Inside Higher Ed
Inside Higher Ed is the online source for news, opinion, and jobs related to higher education.
51-200 employees
Funding
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2006-08-31Series Unknown
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