The Grants Coordinator – STEM for locating, researching, and applying for grants that meet an organization's needs within the STEM fields.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Ability to research funding sources related to the field of STEM
- Ability to develop and produce grants and other proposals.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to determine informational needs, to collect and analyze information, and to devise and develop statistical analyses and reports.
- Database management skills.
- Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
- Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections.
- Experience with grant software.
- Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
- Knowledge of current developments/trends in area of expertise.
- Knowledge of federal, state and/or community funding sources and mechanisms.
- Knowledge of budgeting and fiscal management principles and procedures.
Essential Functions
- Research new sources of public and private grant funding
- Work with appropriate staff on grant narratives, goals, outcomes, and updates as needed
- Write proposals and applications for both unrestricted operating revenue and restricted projects to foundations, corporations, and government sources
- Work with all required internal constituents and submit timely and accurate reports for all grant funded projects
- Create and maintain grant/report schedule, deadlines, progress and awards
- Maintain accurate foundation records and contact information in databases
- Professionally and effectively work with other departments, donors, and community
- Organize meetings with Business and Industry Leaders
- Communicate with employers
- Coordinate professional development for faculty and staff as related to grant funding
- Other duties as assigned
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 3+ years of experience in grant writing
Job Classification:
StaffDuty Days:
260 DaysWork Schedule:
Monday through FridayGrant Funded Position:
Yes - Grant FundedFLSA Status:
United States of America (Exempt)Pay Basis:
SalaryHiring Range
$51,300.00-$57,700.00Retirement System:
SERS - SERS (Retirement System Classification)Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 3+ years of experience in grant writing
- Ability to research STEM-related funding sources
- Ability to develop and produce grants and proposals
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to collect, analyze, and report information
- Database management skills
- Experience with grant software
- Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, or projections
- Knowledge of funding sources, grant mechanisms, budgeting, and fiscal management
What We Do
Owens Community College is a northwest Ohio higher-education institution focused on affordable, accessible learning and workforce preparation. It offers programs and certificates for students beginning college, advancing careers, or preparing to transfer to a four-year university. Through hands-on education, training, and connections with business and industry, the college seeks to create pathways to improved quality of life and regional progress.






