Grant Writer

Compensation:

$53,997 - $67,496

This position is in the office but is eligible for 40% remote work with supervisor approval.

Compensation Type:

Salary

Employment Type:

Regular

Grade:

E07

Position Summary

The Grant Writer at CNM is responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals to secure funding for various projects and programs. This position works closely with program managers and other stakeholders to identify funding needs, develops project ideas, and creates compelling grant proposals. The Grant Writer CNM must have excellent writing and research skills, a strong understanding of grant funding processes, and the ability to effectively communicate the organization's mission and goals to potential funders. The role plays a crucial part in securing financial resources to support CNM's initiatives and contribute to the overall success of the institution.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinates and processes grant applications from concept to submission.

  •Assists faculty and staff in writing grants; organizes, compiles, and analyzes data related to proposed projects; composes or edits proposals; drafts letters of inquiry, support, agreement, and commitment; provides training on development of grant proposals; and assists project directors with preparation and submission of renewal applications, grant modification requests, and reports.

  •Researches, analyzes, and identifies funding opportunities in support of CNM priorities; reviews literature on evidence-based best practices and local and national policy reports; serves as liaison with funding agencies and organizations; and disseminates necessary information to obtain funding.

  •Facilitates project development meetings; research concepts; prepares drafts for internal review; develops budgets.

  •Ensures project development is in alignment with funder procedures, policies and guidelines and that budget development is in alignment with funder and internal cost guidance and accounting principles.

  •Collaborates and supports effective grants development processes for CNM, the CNM Foundation, and CNM Ingenuity to determine funding needs and identify funding opportunities in alignment with CNM’s mission and vision and strategic goals.

  •Helps to match grant related programs, projects, services, and activities to the mission and goals of CNM, including CNM Foundation and CNM Ingenuity.

  •Recommends policies, practices, and procedures to formulate and implement and address institutional priorities and needs.

  •Maintains records of grants submitted, active projects, funding needs, potential funding sources and other grant activities in an established Customer Relationship Management system.

  •Facilitates Grant Management meetings as necessary to support Principal Investigators, Grant Accountants, and Institutional Research staff during grant periods and to prepare for grant reporting.

  •Responsible for supporting the development of other critical proposals and College-wide initiatives.

  •Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• AND
• Two (2) years of professional experience where the major duties included professional writing, proposal development, and project management

Preferences:

• Proven grant writing experience.
• Higher education experience preferred; nonprofit experience with grant development is also acceptable.
• Strong collaboration skills, flexibility, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are essential.

EEO STATEMENT:

As an EEO employer, Central New Mexico Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Central New Mexico Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.