Grant Writer (Part-time)- Staff Pool

HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Houston Community College System is seeking a part-time Grant Writer to support diverse funding opportunities. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in grant development and writing, along with strong communication skills. This role requires collaboration with faculty and staff, ensuring successful grant submissions and management.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Minimum of seven years of grant development and submission experience.
• Experience in delivering grant classes to faculty.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of grant proposals for private and public funding.
• Collaborate with faculty on grant writing and submissions.
• Evaluate and report on grant performance.

Skills

Communication

Grant Development

Problem-Solving

Writing

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

Bachelor’s preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Grant Writer (Part-time)- Staff PoolHouston, Texas, System WidePart-Time23001D3 Requisition #Apr 25, 2025 Post Date

EDUCATION
An Associate’s degree or a minimum of two (2) years of higher education is required.

Bachelor’s preferred.

Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license.

EXPERIENCE
Minimum of seven (7) years of grant development and submission to private foundations, state and federal funding sources in higher education.

Experience obtaining grants from federal, state, and local funding sources.

Experience in leading teams of grant developers.

Experience in delivering grants development classes to college faculty and staff.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Possesses excellent communication skills, writing routine reports and correspondence and speaking effectively before groups

Ability to read and interpret documents such as the federal register, application guidelines and OMD Circulars

Ability to calculate figures and amounts to develop budgets for grant operations based on guidelines and regulations

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) and other database applications
Occasional overnight travel within the state required

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.

Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.

Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.

Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.

The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.

World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.

With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.

Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Osvaldo Gomez, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or [e-mail]

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact [phone].