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San Jacinto College

Part-Time Grant Developer

San Jacinto College, Houston, TX USA

Duration: Part Time

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Part-Time Grant Developer

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Job Function

1. Responsible for conducting the full range of activities required to prepare, submit, and manage grant proposals to foundation, corporate and other funding sources which includes:

  • Identify sources of funding by registering in appropriate state and local grant opportunity portal websites.
  • Reviewing grant opportunities and prioritizing funding opportunities.
  • Identifying and securing sample funded projects.
  • 2. Develop, write and edit grant proposals and funding applications as directed by the needs of the Foundation and review and edit documents related to grant development including, but not limited to proposals, budgets, inquiry letters and grant reports.

    3. Collaborate with Foundation staff, college leadership, and program stakeholders to gather data and narratives for proposals.

    4. Maintain accurate records in the Foundations donor database tracking donor engagement and current/future proposal status.

    5. Assist with development and administer an outreach plan to potential college grant stakeholders to ensure department/program growth and timely submission of proposals and reports.

    6. Track and report on proposal outcomes, funding received, and grant performance metrics.

    7. Provide and support faculty and staff training initiatives, workshops and seminars as needed.

    8. Assist with stewardship activities, including donor recognition, impact reporting, and relationship management.

    Additional Job Functions:

    • Serve on college committees where needed to facilitate the grants programs.
    • Represent the Foundation at community events, stakeholder’s meetings, and professional development workshops.
    • Support Foundation-led campaigns and initiatives through grant-related and other fundraising activities.

    REQUIRED/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    This position requires strong written and communication skills with experience in technical writing in higher education or similar environment. The most important personality traits for this position are organization, integrity, detail-oriented, self-starting, and flexibility.

    Education:

    Bachelor’s degree

    Experience:

  • Two years of related writing or research experience, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the skills, knowledge and ability necessary to perform the tasks.
  • Experience in organizational and planning skills, written and oral communication skills and computer skills are needed.
  • The ability to work with groups for the overall success of the organization and the project are important.
  • Demonstrated success securing public, private or foundation funding.
  • Experience with prospect research and donor cultivation strategies.
  • PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Experience and comfort with gathering data from a variety of sources; analyzing data and creating tables and charts as needed.
  • Experience proofreading and editing grant proposals (or similar).
  • Preferred experience in college or university setting.
  • Familiarity with philanthropic trends and funder expectations.
  • Experience with donor databases/CRMs such as Raiser’s Edge or similar.
  • Experience in higher education or community-based organizations.
  • Salary Grade: 22

    Salary is based on the Board-approved salary schedule for the current fiscal year. See Salary Schedule

    Requisition Number: req5992

    Posting Close Date: 9/26/2025

    Applicant Support:
    If you need assistance with the application process, please contact the Cornerstone Support Team at 281-998-6387, option 3, or email cornerstonesupport@sjcd.edu.


    Note: Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to follow-up with every applicant individually. If your qualifications meet the requirements for the position, and you are selected for an interview, we will contact you. You can review your application status by logging into the Cornerstone system.

    Annual Security Report: The San Jacinto College Police Department is responsible for preparing and distributing the Annual Security Report to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).

    Equal Opportunity Statement: The San Jacinto College District is committed to equal opportunity for all students, employees, and applicants without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, pregnancy, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. The following College official has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College's non-discrimination policies: Sandra Ramirez, VCHR Org/Talent Effectiveness, 4620 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, TX 77504; 281-991-2659; Sandra.Ramirez@sjcd.edu

    Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/nD7r8jIGY1L5ki7qLswwkz

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