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Job Title

Development Grant Writer

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Research & Sponsored Projects

Proposed Minimum Salary

$3,659.09 monthly

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Job Summary

The Development Grant Writer, under general supervision, researches, prepares and submits proposals and grant applications in support of the University or agency’s ongoing needs and priorities. Assists with strategies in planning and implementing a proactive and effective program of fund development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ Prepares and conducts the full range of activities required to prepare, submit, and manage grant proposals to foundation and corporate sources.

+ Research institutional information for projects requiring funding, including meeting with or contacting various departments within the University or agency. The information is incorporated into case statements, letters of intent, proposals, and reports.

+ Investigates potential funding sources through a variety of printed and electronic sources to match funding focus with projects.

+ Develops and maintains case statements, letters of intent, and other related materials allowing for prioritization of projects which keeps multiple projects moving in a timely manner in order to meet deadlines.

+ Monitors and tracks reports of submitted proposals and donor activity within departments.

+ Provides writing support for major donor proposals/letters required and assigned by executive leadership.

+ Drafts and completes corporate and foundation correspondence or other information associated with offices as required.

+ Assists in serving as a clearinghouse for philanthropic grant requests.

+ Organizes and maintains electronic and hard file copy files.

+ Assists with other fundraising projects as requested.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

+ Performs pre-award duties. Ensures effective and efficient operations of sponsored project activities in compliance with System and State fiscal policies.

+ Assists faculty and staff to identify, secure, and administer external funding for research and educational projects.

+ Interprets funding agency guidelines.

+ Oversees and advises on grant submissions and assists in developing grant proposals.

+ Assists with preparation and revisions of project budgets and electronically submits proposal packages.

+ Provides training to faculty on the proposal development process and advises administration, faculty, and staff on seeking out funding opportunities.

Minimum Requirements

+ Education – Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Technical Communication, English (Writing and Rhetoric, Journalism, Philosophy) or closely related field.

+ Experience – Two years of related experience in writing grant proposals.

+ A completed master’s degree with a thesis may be substituted for the required experience.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

+ Word processing and spreadsheet applications.

Ability to:

+ Multitask and work cooperatively with others.

+ Communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding.

Preferred Knowledge and Abilities

+ Knowledge of grants.gov and other federal, state, and foundation grant access points and submission portals

Licensing / Professional Certification – None.

Physical Requirements – General Office Environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervision of Others

This position generally does not supervise employees.

Other Requirements

+ Evening and weekend work may be required.

+ Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.

+ Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

Salary: $43,909.08/annually

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “Submit” the application materials. The software does not allow you to “Save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:

+ Resume

+ Cover Letter

+ 3 professional references and their full contact information

+ Unofficial transcripts

Applications received by Texas A&M International University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.