Director of Strategic Grants

Stark State College (OH); North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid life insurance

State pension

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stark State College in North Canton is seeking a skilled Grant Development Coordinator to lead grant proposals and manage funding opportunities. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree and extensive writing and project management experience.

The role involves collaborating with faculty, staff, and external partners to advance the College's mission. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on students' futures through strategic funding initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional writing experience, including 3-5 years of grant writing experience.
• Experience with public/private grant development and proposal preparation.
• Familiarity with community colleges is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the College's annual grant development agenda.
• Lead teams through grant development, project design, and required documentation.
• Prepare and submit grant applications and reports.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Exceptional writing

Research skills

Project management

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communication, Technical Writing, English, or a related field

Job description

Salary Details

Salary Range: $74,747.00 - $97,172.00 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This position is an exempt, 240-day contract.

Location: Main Campus, North Canton.

About the Institution

The positive energy at Stark State College comes from exceptionally dedicated employees who work hard for students. Success for both our employees and our students is the result.

The work you do at Stark State will matter to the thousands of students who walk through our doors, and eventually across the commencement stage, on their journey to a better tomorrow. Come join us and learn how your aspirations can be part of a better future for them - and you.

You’ll Be a Great Fit If:

If you’re a strategic thinker and an exceptional writer who enjoys turning ideas and community needs into compelling opportunities for impact this role is for you. You bring strong research, project management, and relationship-building skills to guide teams through the grant process, from the initial concept to successful proposal submission and beyond. You’re equally comfortable working independently, collaborating across the College, and building relationships with funders and community partners to advance the College’s mission and strategic goals.

Typical Responsibilities Include:

• Develop and manage the College’s annual grant development agenda by researching public and private funding opportunities aligned with institutional and community needs.
• Lead faculty, staff, administrators, and external partners through grant development, including project design, research, writing, editing, budgets, timelines, and required documentation.
• Oversee pre- and post-award activities, working with project managers and principal investigators on implementation, reporting, budget revisions, no-cost extensions, and other grant requirements.
• Prepare and submit grant applications, reports, and related materials while ensuring compliance with funder requirements and College policies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the College’s grants portfolio, maintaining relationships with funding agencies, consultants, and internal and external partners.
• Maintain accurate grant records, project files, reporting schedules, and grants office procedures while monitoring compliance requirements.
• Lead continuous improvement of grants processes and practices to strengthen efficiency, increase funding opportunities, and advance the College’s strategic goals.
• Supervise the full-time grant writer role and support Foundation and Advancement initiatives and other projects that contribute to the mission and strategic priorities of the College.

To be Considered You'll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communication, Technical Writing, English, or a related field.
• At least five years of professional writing experience, including three to five years of grant writing experience.
• Experience with public and private grant development, proposal preparation, grant administration, or a related field.
• Familiarity with community colleges, including their missions, programs, services, administrative structures, and community partnerships preferred.
• Experience with comprehensive planning or related institutional planning processes is a plus.

Benefits

• excellent medical, dental & vision coverage
• paid life and AD&D insurance
• state pension/retirement (OPERS/STRS)
• paid time off, sick leave and paid holidays
• paid Stark State tuition, tuition reimbursement and employee assistance program