Director of Grant Development

Ozarks Technical Community College; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ozarks Technical Community College in Springfield, MO is seeking a Director of Grant Development to lead a comprehensive grant program, overseeing pre- and post-award activities and collaborating with finance to ensure compliant, timely submissions and strong external funding.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree, 3+ years in grant writing/management, and experience writing federal grants; a master’s degree and 5+ years are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Ability to develop, implement, and execute projects with aggressive deadlines independently.
• Three years of experience in grant writing, grant compliance, or grant management experience.
• Experience in technical, research, or grant writing.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, secure, and manage federal grant awards.
• Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite).

Responsibilities

• Direct a comprehensive grant development program including grant prospect research and all pre- and post-award activity.
• Develop and direct teams comprised of internal and external members to develop grant proposals and assist with setting grant project goals, objectives, timelines, budgets, sustainability, and evaluation plans.
• Develop and maintain internal processes, procedures, and resources to facilitate grant development and management.
• Ensure the timely and accurate submission of all tasks related to submitting college grant funding proposals, including letters of inquiry, outlines, proposals, budgets, and grant narratives.
• Provide grant oversight to ensure programmatic functions are in compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of reports as required by funding agencies.
• Ensure grant deadlines are met and major milestones are reached as outlined in approved grant proposals.
• Collaborate with grant financial personnel to monitor grant budgets and allowable expenditures.
• Oversee and maintain a grant database of potential funding sources, applications, deadlines, and funding statuses for proposals.
• Provide regular updates to the college’s grant and finance offices on the progress of grant applications and funded grant programs.
• Supervise the Strengthening Community Colleges Project Manager and Data Coordinator.
• Assist with the coordination of the college’s strategic and institutional planning processes.
• Exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.
• Comply with college policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including attending college functions, serving on committees, and attending community events.

Skills

Grant writing

Grant management

Budget monitoring

Research & writing

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Grant management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

OTC is dedicated to creating a culture that promotes success and wellbeing for our students and employees. Every department and position throughout the college strives to maintain a student-centered focus to create a culture where our students and employees are welcomed and feel safe at every campus and center. OTC applies that same focus to its hiring practices starting with the application process, the onboarding, and new hire expectations. We are committed to understanding the needs of our students and employees and providing them with an experience that represents the OTC Cares culture.

Ozarks Technical Community College is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Missouri TTY User:711 for Relay Missouri Services.

We appreciate your interest and desire to become a member of the OTC team! If you have any questions about job postings, the application process, or the status of an open position, you may reach out to Human Resources at 417-447-6641 or email [e-mail] directly.

Job no: 495080

Work type: Springfield Campus

Location: Springfield, MO

Categories: Advancement/Ozarks Tech Foundation, Full-Time Staff/Administration

JOB TITLE: DIRECTOR OF GRANT DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT: STRATEGIC PLAN & GRANTS

SALARY RANGE: $60,000 - $65,000 FLSA: EXEMPT

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Assistant Vice Chancellor of Institutional Effectiveness

SCHEDULE DETAILS: Full-time/12-month position/PEERS

Position Summary

The Director of Grant Development is responsible for the management of the college’s comprehensive grant program, which includes the management of pre- and post-award functions. This position will research, write, and administer private, state, and federal awards. The position is responsible for working closely with the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Institutional Effectiveness to ensure the college is securing external resources to support the mission and priorities of the institution. As a member of the Institutional Effectiveness Team, this position will also assist with college planning functions.

• Direct a comprehensive grant development program including grant prospect research and all pre- and post-award activity.
• Develop and direct teams comprised of internal and external members to develop grant proposals and assist with setting grant project goals, objectives, timelines, budgets, sustainability, and evaluation plans.
• Develop and maintain internal processes, procedures, and resources to facilitate grant development and management.
• Ensure the timely and accurate submission of all tasks related to submitting college grant funding proposals, including letters of inquiry, outlines, proposals, budgets, and grant narratives.
• Provide grant oversight to ensure programmatic functions are in compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of reports as required by funding agencies.
• Ensure grant deadlines are met and major milestones are reached as outlined in approved grant proposals.
• Collaborate with grant financial personnel to monitor grant budgets and allowable expenditures.
• Oversee and maintain a grant database of potential funding sources, applications, deadlines, and funding statuses for proposals.
• Provide regular updates to the college’s grant and finance offices on the progress of grant applications and funded grant programs.
• Supervise the Strengthening Community Colleges Project Manager and Data Coordinator.
• Assist with the coordination of the college’s strategic and institutional planning processes.
• Exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.
• Comply with college policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including attending college functions, serving on committees, and attending community events.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
• Ability to develop, implement, and execute projects with aggressive deadlines independently.
• Three years of experience in grant writing, grant compliance, or grant management experience.
• Experience in technical, research, or grant writing.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, secure, and manage federal grant awards.
• Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite).

Preferred Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
• Ability to research, synthesize, and write for a number of audiences and purposes.
• Knowledge of strategic planning processes.
• Five years of grant writing, grant compliance, or grant management experience.
• Knowledge of federal grant processes and management.
• Experience working within a collegiate setting.

Physical Requirements

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; use hands to finger/touch, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee must be able to move around and about their area, and operate a computer as needed. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

***OZARKS TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE INSTITUTION DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS “AT-WILL.” THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.

Advertised: 31 Aug 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 11 Sep 2026 Central Daylight Time