Assistant Grant Writer (Part-Time)

ADP, Inc.; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Lackawanna College in Scranton is seeking an Assistant Grant Writer to support the Grants Office with proposal development and submission to local, state, federal, and private funders. This part-time role works up to 20 hours per week, 50 weeks per year.

You will conduct prospect research, track proposals, and prepare grant materials while coordinating with multiple college departments to ensure timely, accurate funder communications.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred in communications, English, writing or similar.
• Experience with grant writing is preferred, but not required.
• Strong writing, editing and research abilities; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist Grants Office in preparing and submitting grant proposals to local, state, federal and private funders.
• Monitor and track submitted, pending and ongoing proposals; identify future opportunities.
• Conduct prospect research to identify funding opportunities aligned with the College.
• Write grant proposals for federal, state, foundations and other funders.
• Prepare proposals by gathering information, drafting, and obtaining approvals.
• Maintain records of past, current and future grant proposals.
• Coordinate with College departments to gather accurate correspondence and reports.
• Ensure proper electronic and hard copy record keeping of grants and related documents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Time management

Analytical skills

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

LACKAWANNA COLLEGE HAS BEEN VOTED ONE OF THE

“BEST PLACES TO WORK IN PA” FOR 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2023, 2024, and 2025!

Lackawanna College is a private, accredited college serving the people of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Our main campus is located in downtown Scranton, and our footprint includes satellite centers in 10 locations around Pennsylvania!

Our mission is to provide a quality education to all persons who seek to improve their lives and better the communities in which they live. We provide our students with a direct path to a bachelor’s degree, associate degree, or one of many different professional certifications. Additionally, our Continuing Education department helps put the people of Northeastern Pennsylvania back to work with modern career skills. Lackawanna is also one of the most cost-efficient regional higher education institutions.

If our mission inspires you, and you are willing to go the extra mile to help our students succeed, please know that only the candidates who meet the minimum qualifications can be considered, and only those selected for interviews will be contacted by a college representative. No phone calls, please.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND OBJECTIVES:

The Assistant Grant Writer is responsible for assisting the Grants Office in the preparation and submission of grant proposals to local, state, federal and private funders. The Assistant Grant Writer is responsible for monitoring and tracking submitted, pending and on-going proposals, identifying and conducting research for future opportunities, and participates in administration, recordkeeping and reporting for grant-funded projects.

This is a part-time position working up to 20 hours per week, 50 weeks of the year.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct prospect research to identify new funding opportunities that align with the College’s mission, initiatives, and programs.
• Review grant application guidelines to identify compatible funding opportunities to benefit the College and inform supervisor of research activity.
• Write grants for federal and state government agencies, public/private foundations, and other funding sources.
• Prepares proposals by determining concept, gathering and formatting information, writing drafts, and obtaining approvals.
• Assists with maintaining and updating tracking documents for proposals, reports, renewals, and prospects.
• Maintain complete records of past, current and future grant proposals.
• Communicate with various College departments as well as support departments to gather necessary and accurate correspondence and follow-up reports to funders, as necessary.
• Ensure appropriate electronic and hard copy record keeping of grants, research, and related documents.
• Other duties as assigned.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail.
• Organized work style and ability to work autonomously, meet demanding deadlines, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations.
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to review, interpret and prepare written responses to a variety of requests from potential funders.

EDUCATION:

• Associates Degree required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred in communications, English, professional writing or a similar major.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with grant writing preferred, but not required.
• Prior experience with data entry and databases, spreadsheets and word processing software required.
• Experience working in an office setting preferred

Deadline for applications, September 25, 2026. No phone calls, please.

In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and all other applicable non-discrimination laws, Lackawanna College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran’s status, or genetic information in its educational programs and activities, admissions, and with regard to employment.

Lackawanna College is an accredited, private, non-profit educational institution providing opportunities for career and personal development within selected associates degree, certificate and continuing education program.