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Executive Director of Federal & State Grants, Foundation Grants & Sponsored Prog

Confidential, Jackson, MI, United States


Executive Director of Federal & State Grants, Foundation Grants & Sponsored Programs

About the Company

Well-regarded community college

Industry Education Management

Type Educational Institution

Founded 1928

Employees 501-1000

Categories

Education

Specialties

world-class community college; transfer programs to four year institutions; occupational programs; art and science associate degrees; corporate and continuing education;

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Executive Director of Federal and State Grants and Sponsored Programs to lead its strategic efforts in securing new and emerging grant opportunities. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining a comprehensive grants pipeline, monitoring federal and state sources for funding opportunities, and leading the development of grant proposals. This role requires a proactive approach to early detection of competitive funding and the ability to mobilize quickly. The Executive Director will also be involved in developing legislative and congressional spending requests and will be the central authority for grant intelligence and proposal leadership.

Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with a Master's degree preferred, and at least 5 years' of experience in grant development, particularly with federal and state proposals. The role demands a high level of writing and editing skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple complex deadlines and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in grant writing, including budget and compliance elements, and be adept at using technology tools to support research and proposal development. Strong leadership, project management, and relationship-building skills are essential, as is a commitment to the values of the institution and the highest level of ethical conduct.

Hiring Manager Title President

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

Education/Academic Administration Non-Profit Management