Houston Community College
Writer, Grant
Houston Community College, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
We are currently seeking a Grant Writer who will advance the institution's proud tradition of excellence in academics, student life and community service.
JOB SUMMARYThe Grant Writer plays an active role in implementing an integrated grants development strategy, with particular focus on writing grant proposals and other materials for securing funding from Federal, State and regional agencies in support of Houston Community College.
Responsibilities include: writing proposals, reports, briefings, letters and agency funding profiles and drafting materials to comply with reporting requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSUtilize electronic media to conduct basic research in support of grant proposals.
Analyze written proposals for regulatory compliance.
Work with principle investigators/project directors to establish proposal budgets.
Work with restricted grants accounting office to establish funded grant budgets.
Organize, categorize and maintain both hard copy and electronic files on HCC grants.
Monitor multiple web sites to identify appropriate grant opportunities.
Update the HCC grant opportunities section of the Resource Development web page on a weekly basis.
Provide technical assistance to Project Directors as necessary.
Actively participate in at least one professional organization in the field.
Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.
QUALIFICATIONSEducation & ExperienceBachelor's degree in a closely-related field required5 years experience in writing, editing and proofreading grants to regional, state and federal governmental agencies and the private sector requiredLicensing & Certification
Valid Texas Driver LicenseSpecial Skills
MS Office ProgramsResearchAnalyticalCompetencies
Delivering High Quality WorkAccepting ResponsibilityServing CustomersSupporting Organizational GoalsDriving Continuous ImprovementActing with IntegrityThinking CriticallyManaging ChangeCommunicating Effectively
Working ConditionsGeneral Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.
SECURITY SENSITIVE:This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
Additional Information
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Osvaldo Gomez, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX CoordinatorOffice of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
PO Box 667517
Houston TX, 77266
713 718.8271 or
hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.
JOB SUMMARYThe Grant Writer plays an active role in implementing an integrated grants development strategy, with particular focus on writing grant proposals and other materials for securing funding from Federal, State and regional agencies in support of Houston Community College.
Responsibilities include: writing proposals, reports, briefings, letters and agency funding profiles and drafting materials to comply with reporting requirements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSUtilize electronic media to conduct basic research in support of grant proposals.
Analyze written proposals for regulatory compliance.
Work with principle investigators/project directors to establish proposal budgets.
Work with restricted grants accounting office to establish funded grant budgets.
Organize, categorize and maintain both hard copy and electronic files on HCC grants.
Monitor multiple web sites to identify appropriate grant opportunities.
Update the HCC grant opportunities section of the Resource Development web page on a weekly basis.
Provide technical assistance to Project Directors as necessary.
Actively participate in at least one professional organization in the field.
Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.
QUALIFICATIONSEducation & ExperienceBachelor's degree in a closely-related field required5 years experience in writing, editing and proofreading grants to regional, state and federal governmental agencies and the private sector requiredLicensing & Certification
Valid Texas Driver LicenseSpecial Skills
MS Office ProgramsResearchAnalyticalCompetencies
Delivering High Quality WorkAccepting ResponsibilityServing CustomersSupporting Organizational GoalsDriving Continuous ImprovementActing with IntegrityThinking CriticallyManaging ChangeCommunicating Effectively
Working ConditionsGeneral Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.
SECURITY SENSITIVE:This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
Additional Information
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Osvaldo Gomez, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX CoordinatorOffice of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
PO Box 667517
Houston TX, 77266
713 718.8271 or
hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.