Salary
$57,080.00 - $64,525.00 Annually
Location
Spokane, WA
Job Type
Exempt
Job Number
2022768c
Department
DIST - Provost
Opening Date
05/03/2023
Closing Date
Continuous
DESCRIPTION
Starting salary for this position is: $57,080 (Annually)
The salary range represents the earning potential for this position, through training, evaluations and years spent working in this position with CCS.
Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS) District Equity Statement
CCS believes that access to high-quality education in a safe and inclusive environment is the right of all individuals and imperative for the continued advancement of a strong democracy and workforce. We also believe higher education institutions have an obligation to work toward and demonstrate progress in ensuring equity amongst their students, faculty, and staff. Equity is grounded in the principle of fairness. In higher education, equity refers to ensuring that each student receives what they need to be successful through the intentional design of the college experience.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, since the screening committee will begin reviewing applications on June 5, 2023, submissions are encouraged prior to that time.
The Community Colleges of Spokane is seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals for the positions of Manager of Academic Grants & Manager of Professional & Technical Grants in the Provost Division.
GENERAL DEFINITION
The function of Office of Grants and Sponsored Research (OG&SR) is to assist faculty and staff in expanding the Community Colleges of Spokane's (CCS) capacity to secure external funding. The OG&SR provides centralized support for faculty, staff and administrators throughout the lifecycle of CCS grant projects.
Under general direction of the Managing Director of Grants & Sponsored Research, this position will provide leadership and support during the lifecycle of CCS grants, with a focus on academic programs, federal, state and foundation grants.
It is expected there will be a high level of coordination between the Grants Office staff members handling the pre-award and post-award functions. This position collaborates and coordinates with other CCS stakeholders in the Business Office, Institutional Research, faculty, staff and administrators. The Grants Manager assists in identification of appropriate funding opportunities, proposal development, and assists in grant writing supporting district and college initiatives. The Grants Manager helps provide technical assistance with grant applications and submission, consistent with the CCS mission, vision, and strategic priorities.
This position is based out of Spokane, Washington and is an on-site position.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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COMPETENCIES & OTHER REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS)
PREFERRED COMPETENCIES (DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS)
CONDITIONS/TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
TOTAL COMPENSATION WITH BENEFITS : $77,839 - $86,558
Total compensation is an estimate based upon adding the following amounts together:
The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.
Person hired must be able to provide acceptable documentation of U.S. Citizenship or lawful authorization to work in the United States. This is an absolute condition of employment. An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the District to sponsor an H1-B visa. In addition, the Community Colleges of Spokane maintains a drug- free work environment and prohibits all smoking in the college buildings and state-owned vehicles. Must be able to successfully work in and promote a multicultural work and education environment.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Once an applicant is chosen for an interview, they are required to complete and submit a declaration regarding sexual misconduct and investigation per state law.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required competencies and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:
NOTE: All of the above are required to ensure your consideration for this position. The item(s) marked with an asterisk are required attachments to your application prior to submission. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact HR at [email protected]
Community Colleges of Spokane does not discriminate in its programs, activities and employment on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parental status or families with children, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, honorably discharged veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, use of trained guide dog or service animal by a person with disability, genetic information or any other legally protected category. Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity and/or grievances to the Chief Administration Officer, Community Colleges of Spokane, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., PO Box 6000, MS 1004, Spokane WA 99217-6000 or call 509-434-5037; WA Telecommunication Relay Services (TRS) 1-800-833-6384 or 7-1-1.
Native Land Acknowledgement
We are honored to acknowledge that the Community Colleges of Spokane, and our main campuses for Spokane Falls and Spokane Community College, are located on the traditional and sacred homelands of the Spokane Tribe. We also provide services in a region that includes the traditional and sacred homelands of the Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, Kalispel Tribe and Nez Perce Tribe.
We pay our respect to tribal elders both past and present as well as to all indigenous people today. This land holds their cultural DNA, and we are honored and grateful to be here on their traditional lands. We give thanks to the legacy of the original people and their descendants and pledge to honor their stewardship and values.
This is a contracted, exempt management position. Medical, dental life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under the Public Employees Benefits Board; TIAA-Cref retirement plan. Vacation leave accrues at the rate of 14.67 hours per month (22 days per year) and sick leave accrues at the rate of one (1) day per month, effective upon employment. (For positions that are less than full time, leave accruals will be prorated to the percentage of the position.)
01
Do you have an associate degree in Technical Writing, Public Administration, Project Management, Business Administration or closely related field from an accredited institution, in which writing, research, analysis and communication coursework is significant? If not, do you have an equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates the candidate meets all competency requirements for this position?
02
Briefly describe your experience in grant writing and grants management, including researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals to public and private entities, post-award grant or contract administration.
Required Question
Agency
Community Colleges of Spokane
Address
CCS HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE IS LOCATED AT:
501 N Riverpoint Blvd, Suite 125 Spokane, Washington, 99217
Phone
509-434-5040
Website
https:// ccs.spokane.edu