Grant Coordinator

Oklahoma-State-University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University–Stillwater invites applications for a Grant Coordinator within the Community Wellness Programs. The role focuses on empowering local communities through evidence-based public health strategies and requires coordinating with coalitions, schools, and local organizations.

You will manage work plans, gather data, organize events, and prepare outreach materials while ensuring activities align with goals, budgets, and timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Sciences, Education, Public Health, Health Promotion, Marketing, PR, or related field (degree conferred on or before start date).
• 1 year of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with coalitions, local leaders, schools, and organizations to build work plans and conduct assessments.
• Organize special events, deliver presentations, and conduct trainings.
• Gather local data, develop outreach materials, and maintain records/reports.
• Ensure projects align with goals, policies, timelines, and budgets.
• Develop print and media articles for publication.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Grant writing

Training

Community assessment

Records management

Media outreach

Public health

Education

Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Sciences, Education, Public Health, Health Promotion, Marketing, PR, or Related Field

Master's degree in Behavioral Sciences, Education, Public Health, Health Promotion, Marketing, PR, or Related Field

Job description

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Margaret Black, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

M-F 8am to 5pm

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$45,000 - $55,000

Salary

About this Position

• OSU Community Wellness Programs (CWP) is a mission-driven team working to strengthen the health outcomes and well-being of the communities we serve.
• OSU CWP is seeking a motivated, community Grant Coordinator who is passionate about empowering local communities through a variety of evidence-based public health strategies.
• The coordinator must have knowledge and understanding of using the public health approach to positively make an impact in on population level public health issues.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with partnering coalitions, local leaders, schools, and community organizations to:
  • Build work plans.
  • Carry out community assessments.
  • Support awareness, advocacy, and education initiatives to reduce identified gaps in services.
• Organize special events.
• Deliver presentations.
• Conduct trainings.
• Gather local data.
• Help communities access resources and support.
• Develop outreach materials.
• Maintain accurate records and reports.
• Ensure projects stay aligned with goals, policies, and timelines.
• Develop print and media articles for publication.
• Exhibit effectiveness in developing, and conforming to policies and procedures.
• Support and enforce organizational commitments and goals.
• Complete assignments in line with established budgets and schedules.
• Enjoy engaging with people, building relationships, and contributing to a healthier, safer community.

Requirements and Additional Information

• Must possess a valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
• Travel within service areas is required.
• Occasional evening and weekends, out-of-town, and out-of-state work may be required.
• Additional duties may be assigned based on the departmental needs, funding availability, and employee skills.
• The role may evolve to support other projectors or functions within the department as priorities shift.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's

  Behavioral Sciences, Education, Public Health, Health Promotion, Marketing, PR, or Related Field

  (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

• 1 year of related work experience

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Ability to lift 10lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's

  Behavioral Sciences, Education, Public Health, Health Promotion, Marketing, PR, or Related Field

• 1 year experience

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues, community members, and other vested partners.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and management of work plan development and grant writing.
• Skills and competency as an educator capable of effective training and supervision.
• Knowledge of community organization and assessment.
• Knowledge of current trends and practices.
• Ability to complete and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to assist in the completion and submission of grant applications.
• Ability to produce and submit media publications for various media outlets (newspaper, radio, social media).