Grants Program Coordinator (TRIO Upward Bound-EFC) (Grant Funded)

dallascollege; United States; On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College is seeking a staff member to develop, implement, and monitor programs ensuring grant participation and compliance with objectives. The role requires coordinating services, managing applications, and producing timely reports for stakeholders.

The position emphasizes grant policy knowledge, financial analysis, and strong communication with internal and external partners. Some locations may offer hybrid work after six months, subject to policy and duties.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of grant funding policies and procedures.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare reports.
• Ability to develop grants and proposals.
• Ability to interpret complex regulations and requirement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plans and oversees the support services and programs to assist grant program participants.
• Administers student application process and communications with applicants and schools.
• Develops, implements and monitors internal schedules to produce accurate reports.
• Monitors grant program information for parents and participants and coordinates with partners.
• Manages grant program budget allocation and assists in grant writing for renewals.
• Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates assigned staff where applicable.

Skills

Grant coordination

Financial analysis

Grant reporting

Proposal development

Communication

Stakeholder liaison

Project management

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Weekly Work Hours

40

Compensation Range

• Staff Range N05 Salary
• Salary Minimum $56,119.00 Annually

FLSA

United States of America (Exempt)

Work Location

All positions are considered on-site roles.

After six months of employment, some positions may be eligible to apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and Dallas College policy.

Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence, even when teaching online courses, in accordance with state law.

Position Type

Staff

Position Summary

Responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring programs which ensure program participation and program compliance are within the grant objective.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of grant funding policies and procedures and applicable local, state, federal and university regulations.
• Knowledge of federal, state and community funding sources and mechanisms.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections.
• Ability to develop and produce grants and other proposals.
• Ability to determine informational needs, to collect and analyze information, and to devise and develop statistical analyses and reports.
• Demonstrated skill level in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Establish and maintain working relationships within the Dallas College network and external constituents to ensure deadlines are met.
• Able to act as a liaison between the college location and external groups, businesses, schools, and universities, which requires the ability to refine, advance, and promote the support services for the specific grant program.
• Ability to provide technical advice and information to faculty and staff in area of expertise.
• Must be able to interpret complex regulations and requirement.
• Demonstrate managerial skill that is responsible for providing a link between the specific grant program and Dallas College individuals and groups.
• Oral and written communication skills in order to support interaction with individuals from varying backgrounds.
• Strong knowledge and experience providing effective customer service.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to create strong professional relationships with colleagues, staff and clients.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. Occasionally may be required to lift and carry materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree plus three (3) years of experience in grant coordination and/or programming.
• Ability to work extended hours beyond the regular 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. workday during heavy registration peak times.
• Official transcripts will be required.
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.
• *** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

Key Responsibilities

• Plans and oversees the support services and programs to assist grant program participants.
• Administers student application process, including receipts of applications, evaluation and communication with applicants and schools.
• Develops, implements and monitors internal schedule to produce accurate and timely reports for all constituents.
• Monitor and prepare grant program information for parents and participants on programs for coordination with the college location, schools and partners.
• Performs analysis and assures that updated information is generated.
• Manages all processes for the grant program including, but not limited to, receipt of application and communication with applicants, funding sources, program management and evaluations, etc.
• Collaborates with internal and external constituent groups, such as other colleges, businesses and philanthropic communities and school districts and assists these organizations with the interpretation of policies and procedures as they relate the specific grant program.
• Provides program expertise in the design and implementation of special events in collaboration with schools and specific grant program partners.
• Advising of students may be inclusive of one‑on‑one interaction, phone, and/or online advising.
• Manages specific grant program budget allocation; assists in grant writing for renewal of grant.
• Depending on assigned location, responsible for hiring, training, supervising and evaluating assigned staff. Some positions may be responsible for hiring and training part-time staff, students, tutors and/or volunteers.
• Administers grant program website required to communicate and promote the specific grant program with participants, schools, colleges, businesses and community and to record student programs, achi