Job Description

This position is responsible for the procurement and management of external public and private funding in support of institutional priorities, working with faculty, administrators, and staff to develop such proposals. This position requires a high degree of initiative, organizational and problem-solving skills, and ability to meet high-pressure deadlines.
Reports To Associate Vice President for Advancement What position(s) reports to this position?
n/a
Minimum Education/Experience
Bachelor's Degree



Minimum (3) years' work experience in grant research, grant proposal development and writing, and/or grants compliance.



Grant writing experience involving demonstrated situations in which the applicant had full responsibility for initiating and writing proposals and demonstrable success in grant acquisition.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge:

Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of grant writing, proposal development, and fundraising



Knowledge of funding sources including federal, state, local, corporate, public, and private foundations

Knowledge of budgeting, cost principles, and financial documentation required for grant applications

Knowledge of research methods for identifying funding opportunities

Knowledge of compliance requirements, reporting standards, and regulations related to grant-funded programs

Proficiency in project management, time management, and multitasking to meet competing deadlines and priorities



Proficiency with office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and grant management databases

Skills:

Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with the ability to tailor content to specific funders



Skill in persuasive communication, including the ability to craft compelling narratives and proposals



Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in preparing and reviewing documents

Ability to learn and use various online software programs for grant submission and management



Skill in data collection, analysis, and presentation for use in proposals and reports

Abilities:

Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, logically, and coherently orally and in writing.



Ability to work effectively independently as well as collaboratively.



Ability to manage and prioritize multiple complex tasks and to maintain deadlines.



Demonstrated attention to detail, professional attitude, and ability to maintain confidentiality.



Proactive and action-oriented personality; strong sense of pace and urgency



Willingness to travel occasionally as needed.
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work is light work which requires the person in this position to occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:



This position requires the person to frequently move about the office and the OCCC campus to perform the essential functions of the position.



This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and stationary position.



This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer and other office equipment to perform the essential functions of the position.

This position requires the person to frequently operate equipment that involves repetitive motions of hands and wrists.

This position requires the person to use upper and lower body to exert force up to 20 pounds to grasp, push, pull or lift materials or equipment.



This position requires the person to frequently position self to access materials that may be above head or at ground level.

This position requires the person to judge, observe, and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.



Work is performed in a relatively safe, secure, and indoor office setting.



Work is performed during normal officer hours.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree



Previous work experience at institution of higher education working as a grant writer.
Required Training
Quarterly compliance training as assigned by institution
Work Hours
Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm
Department Office of Development Job Open Date 08/22/2025 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No HR Contact Beth Holmes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, and transcript conferring highest degree.

Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.



For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.